Articles tagged “cultural tourism”

Tour Operators

Guided Tours Gain Popularity Among Millennials and Gen Z

A new survey by GetYourGuide found that 70% of respondents have a plan to book a guided tour in the next year.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 1 week ago

Guided Tours Gain Popularity Among Millennials and Gen Z

Tourism

Thailand Scraps Controversial Tourist Fee, Begins Luxury Travel Push

Thailand may have gone from being picky to rolling out the red carpet for everyone, realizing that hitting a 40-million tourist target can't be done by courting the big spenders alone.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 weeks ago

Thailand Scraps Controversial Tourist Fee, Begins Luxury Travel Push
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Hotels

Cultural Immersion: The Next Big Trend in Luxury Hospitality

The luxury travel market is shifting from sheer opulence to authenticity, reflecting a growing demand among affluent travelers for meaningful, culturally rich experiences.

Boutique Group + Skift | 4 weeks ago

Cultural Immersion: The Next Big Trend in Luxury Hospitality
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Tourism

Q&A: Abu Dhabi’s Strategic Leap Forward in Global Accessibility

Abu Dhabi is strengthening its global tourism profile with major infrastructure leaps, including a new airport terminal set to improve connectivity and visitor experiences in line with its expansive tourism vision.

Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism + Skift | 2 months ago

Q&A: Abu Dhabi’s Strategic Leap Forward in Global Accessibility

Tourism

Inside Chicago’s New Neighborhood Travel Show

“The 77” video campaign is one way Choose Chicago is encouraging inclusive community tourism. And it’s a tasty one.

Elizabeth Casolo | 2 months ago

Inside Chicago’s New Neighborhood Travel Show
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Online Travel

Boosting Revenue During Cultural Events: A New Era for Travel Marketing? 

If you’re heading to the latest stop on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, you will likely need to book a flight and hotel. Expedia Group recently unveiled new data highlighting how its advertising tools enhance visibility for travel partners on their sites and can augment partner revenue during popular cultural events.

Expedia Group + Skift | 3 months ago

Boosting Revenue During Cultural Events: A New Era for Travel Marketing? 
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Hotels

Jumeirah CEO: The Rise of Luxury Travel Speaks to a Deeper Cultural Shift

The rise in luxury travel signifies more than just deep pockets — it's a shift towards meaningful experiences. Millennials and Gen Zers are setting the pace, choosing travel as a form of self-expression. Jumeirah is tapping into this trend to accelerate its global reach, shifting the definition of luxury from mere opulence to personalized, purpose-driven experiences.

Jumeirah + Skift | 7 months ago

Jumeirah CEO: The Rise of Luxury Travel Speaks to a Deeper Cultural Shift

Hotels

Hilton Identifies a New ‘GenerAsian’ Traveler and Here’s What They Want

What's in a name? Call them GenerAsian Travelers or Native Explorers, a majority of Asian travelers share a strong penchant for travel experiences rooted in culture and heritage. Their shared enthusiasm extends to exploring the broader region as well.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 9 months ago

Hilton Identifies a New ‘GenerAsian’ Traveler and Here’s What They Want

Hotels

Hotel Cultural Managers Add Diversity and Community Engagement

Some hotels are hiring "culture managers" to broaden their community programming. It's a promising move, given the rising numbers of guests seeking local discovery and cultural tourism.

Carley Thornell | 1 year ago

Hotel Cultural Managers Add Diversity and Community Engagement

Hotels

The Foundry Hotel Helps Engage With Asheville, NC’s Black Community

Historical preservation in hotel design isn't new, but it remains relatively rare for hotels to honor the rich histories of their Black neighborhoods. The industry need more leaders like Larry Crosby, general manager of The Foundry Hotel, part of Hilton's Curio Collection.

Carley Thornell | 1 year ago

The Foundry Hotel Helps Engage With Asheville, NC’s Black Community