Articles tagged “cannabis”

Tourism

Relaxed Rules on Medicinal Marijuana Could Create a Buzz for Thailand Tourism

Southeast Asia’s biggest changes toward cannabis liberalization continue to unfold in Thailand. Some speculate boom times are ahead for Thailand tourism with medical cannabis now legal. But don't expect ailing patients to flock there for cannabis treatments anytime soon.

Yixin Ng, Skift | 2 years ago

Hotels

Hotels Are Confused by Rise of Legal Marijuana: Opportunity or Liability?

The legalization of marijuana by states is getting murkier in the eyes of the federal government, which has still not legalized pot. Thirty-three states have, meaning that hotels have to deal with it whether they like it or not. Some hotels are embracing certain forms of cannabis. Others don’t want the potential liability. How do they figure out what to do?

Nancy Trejos, Skift | 2 years ago

Luxury

Buzzy Wellness Beverages Fend Off Brand Copycats

It’s no surprise that companies want to replicate the success of popular wellness beverages like Recess and Oatly. But considering how much brand recognition each of those companies has already built up, it’ll be hard for newcomers to find a way to the top.

Leslie Barrie, Skift | 3 years ago

Luxury

Beverage Brands Get In on Growing ‘Sober Curious’ Movement

If a bar doesn't serve alcohol, is it really a bar? If a beer doesn't get you buzzed, is it really a beer? As alcohol purveyors and entrepreneurs seek to cash in on the trend of healthy beverages, twists on nonalcoholic adult drinks are popping up everywhere.

Laura Powell, Skift | 3 years ago

Luxury

How Healthcare’s Gender Bias Created a Booming Wellness Industry

Ask any woman, and she’ll likely tell you she’s been told by a medical doctor, either implicitly or explicitly, that “it’s all in your head.” The medical industry’s tendency to dismiss many of the health concerns of female patients has been a big factor in the rise of the wellness industry.

Laura Powell, Skift | 3 years ago

Luxury

Walgreens and CVS Signal CBD’s Mainstreaming

It’s another win for CBD brands, as two major U.S. drugstore chains will now carry hemp-based pain-relief and skincare products. And it’s only a matter of time before each chain expands its offerings.

Leslie Barrie, Skift | 3 years ago

Luxury

Recent Ban on CBD Edibles Won’t Halt Momentum

It may seem like there’s trouble ahead for CBD based on recent speed bumps, but new players entering the category only see opportunity.

Leslie Barrie, Skift | 3 years ago