Grand Canyon Fires Are Still Burning, Adventure Companies Shift Trips
The Grand Canyon fires are some the worst to hit the region. A sobering reminder that extreme weather can affect iconic natural landmarks.
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Grand Canyon Covered in Smoke, Wildfire Destroys Historic Lodge
The fire's disruption is another reminder of how extreme weather events can impact national parks, peak-season tourism, and travel plans across.
U.S. National Parks Already Feeling Impact of Layoffs Ahead of Peak Season
Staffing issues among other challenges means visitors can expect longer entry queues, closed trails, and trash going uncollected at some U.S. national parks.
Delta’s Revenue Bump Is Thanks to International Travelers
Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Delta’s international support, the Grand Canyon’s green efforts, and India’s travel tax problems.
Grand Canyon National Park Will Use $27.5 Million to Electrify Bus Shuttles
The Grand Canyon — one of America's most popular parks — will replace its current fleet and introduce 30 new buses.
Grand Canyon’s Once-Controversial Skywalk Nears 1-Million Visitor Mark
The Grand Canyon Skywalk illustrates how innovative placemaking can drive economic returns for local communities.
Landmark Hotel at Grand Canyon Will Get Renovation in 2017
The huge increase in visitors to National Parks the last few years should have Department of Interior leaders thinking about the next generation of accommodations in addition to keeping the legacy properties up to snuff.
Google Street View goes backpacking through the Grand Canyon
Google’s persistence at mapping and capturing images from every corner of the earth should translate into an incredible product for Google Glasses and hefty revenge for getting booted off the iPhone.