Articles tagged “development”

Tourism

Cuba’s Hotel Challenges: A Guide to All the Projects in Process

Although Cuba won't say it, the country is ill-prepared for the influx of new visitors and the necessary development.

Claire Boobbyer, Skift | 7 years ago

Cuba’s Hotel Challenges: A Guide to All the Projects in Process

Tourism

The Only Thing to Stop Cuba’s Tourism Growth Is Its Accommodations Crunch

No combination of cruise ships, Airbnb rentals, state-run hotels, or nuns' quarters will be enough to replace smart tourism development, which Cuba may not yet be capable of carrying out.

Claire Boobbyer, Skift | 7 years ago

The Only Thing to Stop Cuba’s Tourism Growth Is Its Accommodations Crunch

Media and PR

Interview: Anthony Bourdain’s Ideal TV Audience Is Anthony Bourdain

A single-minded focus on what you think is best, rather than what others are telling you is best for you, can produce both victories and defeats. More than a decade in, it's clear which category Bourdain's travel TV is in.

Jason Clampet, Skift | 7 years ago

Interview: Anthony Bourdain’s Ideal TV Audience Is Anthony Bourdain

Cruises

Charleston, SC Still Hasn’t Settled Its Cruise Terminal Issues

Outside of a sports stadium, we can think of few things outside of a cruise terminal which do more to negatively impact the people who live next door in a way that only benefits people who live far away.

Skift | 7 years ago

Charleston, SC Still Hasn’t Settled Its Cruise Terminal Issues

Hotels

Red Roof Inn Talks International Strategy and Sweet Spots for Economy Lodging

The key to success in its road ahead lies less in the countries where it will develop its presence but more in the developers it is partnering up with.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 8 years ago

Airlines

Heathrow Reveals a Vision for Its Third Runway Expansion

Heathrow has managed to function as a major international hub despite its runway limitations. But future passenger growth means it will need to expand, if it is to hold a leadership position both in Europe and around the world.

Marisa Garcia, Skift | 8 years ago

Heathrow Reveals a Vision for Its Third Runway Expansion

Airlines

What Will It Take to Bring U.S. Airports Into the Future? Only $4

Airlines would strongly disagree with all of this. In fairness, airlines have their own cost burdens to tackle. But an extra $4 each way is hardly the worst air travel fee we’ve come across. Especially since their ancillary fees are one giant tax dodge.

Marisa Garcia and Jason Clampet, Skift | 8 years ago

What Will It Take to Bring U.S. Airports Into the Future? Only $4

Hotels

Hotels Look to Adaptive Reuse to Create Better Local Connections

Hotels are promoting and engaging their local communities and partnering with a growing array of local independent businesses in an effort to create more options for travelers seeking “authentic” experiences.

Greg Oates, Skift | 8 years ago

Hotels Look to Adaptive Reuse to Create Better Local Connections

Skift Originals

Getting a Seat at the Table Beats Social Media for Destinations on the Rise

The fastest growing destinations have been collaborating with the city, politicians and private sector to develop competitive attractions and infrastructure. And they've been doing it for years.

Doug Lansky, Skift | 9 years ago

Getting a Seat at the Table Beats Social Media for Destinations on the Rise

Meetings

Hamburg Is Becoming Europe’s Most Ambitious Urban Design Capital

As Europe's largest urban redevelopment project, HafenCity is attracting top architects and planners, but will it attract tourists?

Greg Oates, Skift | 9 years ago

Hamburg Is Becoming Europe’s Most Ambitious Urban Design Capital