Articles tagged “food and drink”

Much like lie-flat seats and mobile check-ins, menus designed by celebrity chefs have gone from a special feature to a standard for major carriers. Airlines can continue to set themselves apart by moving the end product beyond edible to delectable.

Without a doubt, Yelp, which marks its 10th year this summer, is in play regardless of how company officials seek to downplay all of the merger and acquisition activity swirling around them.

Becoming aware of flyers' purchasing habits helps airlines optimize their offerings and timing, all in hopes of convincing more flyers to indulge in a drink, snack, or blanket.

The airports-as-destinations trends is great for flyers who have better food and retail options, for cities who can show off their culture, and airports who strive to increase shopping revenues.

Hotel brands across the board are improving their food and beverage options to meet the expectations of an increasingly healthy, or at least wanting to appear healthy, guest base. EVEN takes it one step further by branding everything around health and the effect of its emphasis is yet to be determined.

The only downside of a booze emporium of this size is passengers are restricted to what they can purchase and travel with. Now they need a shipping service.

With the investment, Concur continues on its forward-looking funding binge, investing in startups that are doing something different and are of interest to business travelers.

Airbnb's real innovation? The office cafeteria.

Striking a balance between introducing new regional dishes and still pleasing customers is a challenge that Viking has so far achieved, but going one step further to make sure the meals are as healthy and locally sourced as possible is one it is still working on.

Airports continue to evolve into mini representations of the cities they serve and Heathrow is doing this with a focus on future revenues. In its ambition to become a luxury hub, it must also remember to provides spaces and services for average and budget flyers.