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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Asia’s coronavirus recovery, Maine’s tourism labor woes, and two airlines betting on a hybrid plane.
Rashaad Jorden | 1 week ago
With reduced travel restrictions, the tourism industry in the United States is seeing a rabid comeback. No place experienced that more than the Pine Tree State, which saw a surge of tourists, but found fewer workers to serve the demand. Maine's summer story may just be a proxy for the dilemma facing so many other destinations.
Allison Armijo | 2 weeks ago
Coronavirus
Who needs an elaborate cleaning partnership? If you're willing to pay for it, you can ensure social distancing throughout your summer vacation by booking a room (and every other room at the hotel).
Cameron Sperance, Skift | 2 years ago
Hawaii and Montana are among the states most reliant on activities like boating and fishing as a part of their economy. Across the country, recreation is becoming an increasingly important generator of jobs as well.
William Edwards, Bloomberg | 3 years ago
We can't imagine this is a new pitch — snow should have been a selling point all along for the season. Though if skiers are aging out, as some industry folks suspect, the state had better diversify beyond winter sports.
Associated Press | 5 years ago
Cruise ships bring a lot of people into a destination — for better and for worse. We understand why states want to attract the dollars that ship visits can bring, but officials would be wise to consider and try to address residents' concerns about the impact of increased tourism.
Maine's governor is an embarrassment to the state, but unlike other states, Maine has not passed laws that restrict the freedoms of entire classes of residents and visitors. You can hate the politician but love your vacation.
Patrick Whittle, Associated Press | 6 years ago
A weaker Canadian dollar may be bad news for tourism in Maine but it's good news for American travelers wanting to head north to Canada.
Associated Press | 6 years ago
Maine's become such a draw for visitors outside of its traditional markets that a weak year from Canada won't hurt as much as it used to.
Associated Press | 7 years ago
On the flip side: It's a good time for Americans to visit Canada this summer.
