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Articles tagged “adventure travel”

Hotels

4 Key Takeaways From Skift’s Short-Term Rental and Outdoor Summit

Optimism about recovery, a wariness about the tricky nuances of each sector, and suppliers demanding respect from online brands were among the themes at the Skift Short-Term Rental and Outdoor Summit. Plus: the past year's boom isn't a one-off.

Sean O'Neill, Skift | 3 years ago

4 Key Takeaways From Skift’s Short-Term Rental and Outdoor Summit

Business Travel

Tour Operator Intrepid Travel Gets Large Minority Investment from French Investor

This investment in Intrepid caps intense interest from private equity investors in the multi-day tour operator sector over the last few years, and the expected post-pandemic travel boom will likely see many more such deals happen.

Rafat Ali and Dennis Schaal, Skift | 3 years ago

Tour Operator Intrepid Travel Gets Large Minority Investment from French Investor

Tourism

Pakistan Gets Serious About Its Tourism Pitch

Once thought of as one of the world’s most dangerous countries, Pakistan is back in the spotlight, but this time as a budding tourist destination. The government — led by former cricket star Imran Khan — has an amazing opportunity to leverage this interest into economic development, but in a country prized for its natural beauty, sustainable growth must be a priority.

Danielle Hyams, Skift | 4 years ago

Pakistan Gets Serious About Its Tourism Pitch

Tourism

Why Singapore Must Keep Tour Startups Well-Oiled

New players create unique tours such as an inside look at the disappearing trades of Singapore. If they aren’t encouraged and supported, the city’s inbound travel agencies could disappear.

Raini Hamdi, Skift | 4 years ago

Why Singapore Must Keep Tour Startups Well-Oiled

Tourism

IHG’s Asia Changes Show New Skills Required of Hotel Leaders

Roles are changing fast in the hotel industry. Some are gone, or going, like the chief marketing officer. Others require new skill sets. Even those at the top aren't spared. IHG's latest Asia changes remind us of this.

Raini Hamdi, Skift | 4 years ago

IHG’s Asia Changes Show New Skills Required of Hotel Leaders

Business Travel

UK’s Wild Frontiers Buys U.S. Adventure Operator Myths & Mountains as Asia Demand Rises

In the post-experiences world, one sector that will keep thriving is niche adventure tour operators that really know what they are talking about. They take clients backstage to explore exotic places and leave little footprint — but deposit lots of dollars in local communities.

Raini Hamdi, Skift | 4 years ago

Business Travel

Travel Advisors See Growing Demand for Women-Only Tours That Promote Empowerment

A proliferation of women-only tours reflects the fact that women are a driving force behind the trend for experiential and adventure-oriented travel. The tours enable participants to interact with women from cultures far different than their own.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 5 years ago

Travel Advisors See Growing Demand for Women-Only Tours That Promote Empowerment

Business Travel

Space Tourism Could Be the Ultimate Adventure Trip for Travel Advisors

With Virgin Galactic's suborbital flights expected to begin at long last, space tourism could soon take off as a niche for travel advisors. Those already involved caution that it takes patience, training, and commitment.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 5 years ago

Space Tourism Could Be the Ultimate Adventure Trip for Travel Advisors

Luxury

Luxury Travelers Want to Spend on Self-Care

There’s now a wellness-themed trip out there for almost every traveler’s wants, whether that’s an ultra-exclusive self-care summit or an intense hiking tour in a remote locale. So it comes as no surprise that the already booming wellness industry is now benefiting from people hitting the road.

Leslie Barrie, Skift | 5 years ago

Luxury Travelers Want to Spend on Self-Care
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Tourism

After President Donald Trump Put Them on the Map, Guam Looks to Capitalize on Tourism Growth

When it comes to generating headlines, President Donald Trump is an expert. The challenge for destination marketers is how to best harness the tweeter-in-chief’s invective to build brand awareness and drive bookings. That’s a tricky task in today’s fast-moving global news cycle.

Guam Visitors Bureau + Skift | 5 years ago

After President Donald Trump Put Them on the Map, Guam Looks to Capitalize on Tourism Growth