Articles tagged “winter tourism”

Coronavirus

France’s Travel Ban for UK Visitors Batters French Ski Resorts Heavily

Not only are French ski resorts facing the prospect of a second consecutive lost winter, many of them are fighting for their survival as no government aid appears to be imminent.

Ingrid Melander, Reuters | 1 year ago

Online Travel

The Top Cities American and International Travelers Booked During the Holidays

When comparing each list to the others, the bottom ranked cities vary while the top ranked cities seem to stay consistent.

Dan Peltier, Skift | 8 years ago

Hotels

Interview: How Vail Resorts CEO Manages Tech Innovation in Nature

Ski resorts are uniquely positioned in the debate of tech versus nature, having to deliver a top experience to guests while also giving them the space to enjoy the outdoors as they choose. Creating products that seamlessly blend into either experience is the goal, at which Vail is largely succeeding.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 8 years ago

Tourism

Summer Destinations Look for Solutions to Tourists’ Seasonal Stereotypes

Marketing beaches in the winter is a difficult task, suggesting destinations looking to break out of seasonal stereotypes need on-the-ground product development to give visitors a real reason to reconsider a place besides off-season prices and a smart ad campaign.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 8 years ago

Tourism

Olympians worried about climate change and winter sports lobby Obama

Climate change has become a harsh reality that’s cut the bottom lines of thousands of ski resorts in recent years, but Obama’s hinted that little action will be taken to reverse warmer winters this term.

Suzanne Goldenberg, The Guardian | 10 years ago

Tourism

Is harsh Mongolia ready for winter tourism?

Pearly Jacob, Eurasianet | 10 years ago