Move over turndown service and pillow menus, there’s a new hotel amenity in town – llamas. These furry creatures have become the latest trend in the hospitality industry, overshadowing the once popular goat yoga craze that reigned supreme before the Covid-19 pandemic. While llamas and their cousins, alpacas, have traditionally been associated with tourism in
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Located at the southern tip of Alaska’s Inside Passage, the city of Ketchikan has a rich history that dates back to its origins as a Tlingit fishing camp. Booming with the Gold Rush, timber, and fishing industries, Ketchikan is now a charming port that attracts visitors from all over the world. Choosing the perfect excursion
Grand Tour Italia, the brainchild of visionary Italian businessman Oscar Farinetti, is a reimagined theme park in Bologna, the capital of the Emilia Romagna region. This park offers an immersive experience showcasing the diverse culinary and cultural traditions of Italy’s 20 regions. The project aims to attract both domestic and international travelers, sparking an interest
The U.S. passenger airline industry has seen a significant increase in jobs over the past year, with nearly 194,000 jobs added since 2021. Companies went on a hiring spree after months of being in a pandemic slump, but now the industry is starting to cool down its hiring practices. While airlines are close to meeting
Sargento cheese, a popular brand known for its shredded mozzarella, has a fascinating history that dates back 71 years ago. Founded in the back of a funeral home in Plymouth, Wisconsin, the brand has evolved over the years to become a staple in grocery stores across the country. Today, the brand is owned by some
Riu Hotels & Resorts in the Dominican Republic has recently reopened the Riu Palace Bavaro after a significant renovation and expansion. The property, part of the Riu’s Punta Cana complex, had been closed since May for the upgrades. The Riu Palace Bavaro now boasts 994 guestrooms, including 255 designed specifically for families and groups. These
BeatBox Beverages, a company that started out as a simple dorm room idea, has now grown into a multi-million dollar empire. Founded by Justin Fenchel, Aimy Steadman, and Brad Schultz during their time at the University of Texas at Austin, BeatBox Beverages was born out of a need for more exciting alcoholic options at parties.
As the world begins to shift its focus from iconic landmarks to seasonal festivities, airlines are gearing up for the 2025 Europe travel season. American Airlines recently announced new routes to Europe for spring and summer of next year. These routes include nonstop service from Chicago to Madrid, Philadelphia to Milan, Philadelphia to Edinburgh, Charlotte
The Transportation Department has launched an investigation into the loyalty programs of major U.S. airlines such as American, Delta, Southwest, and United. The purpose of this inquiry is to safeguard consumers from potentially unfair, deceptive, or anticompetitive practices within these programs. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg highlighted the increasing financial significance of airline rewards programs and
Recently, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) made a crucial announcement regarding Airbus A350 aircraft. Following an in-flight engine fire on a Cathay Pacific flight, powered by a Rolls Royce Trent XWB engine, EASA has mandated a one-time fleet inspection of fuel hoses on certain A350 aircraft. Implications for Airlines Cathay Pacific, in response to
The recent Labor Day weekend walkouts by 10,000 hotel workers across nine U.S. cities have sparked discussions about the state of the hospitality industry and the challenges faced by its workforce. The strikes, organized by the labor union Unite Here, were driven by the workers’ demands for higher wages, fairer staffing levels, and the reversal
The aviation industry has long been associated with strict safety protocols and procedures, with pre-flight safety demonstrations being a mandatory part of every journey. However, a recent viral video by travel journalist Doug Lansky challenges the conventional wisdom, shedding light on the realities of in-flight safety talks that passengers are often blissfully unaware of. Lansky’s
Julie Macklowe, an entrepreneur with a passion for whiskey, introduced her eponymous whiskey brand in 2019, aiming to create a high-end luxury American single malt that rivaled scotch. Fast forward to today, Macklowe is set to disrupt the world of rye with the launch of The Macklowe Silver Edition, a non-age-stated Kentucky straight rye priced
Fornio, an ancient grain cultivated in West Africa for over 5,000 years, has become a symbol of resilience and sustainability in the face of water scarcity. Its minimal water requirements make it an essential food source in regions where water is scarce, prompting discussions on regenerative and sustainable agriculture. The emergence of Fornio as a
The aircraft engine industry is currently facing a myriad of challenges that are causing a bottleneck in engine repairs and overhauls. With parts and labor shortages, delayed deliveries of new airplanes from Boeing and Airbus, an engine recall, and premature repairs, aircraft engine shops around the world are struggling to keep up with the overwhelming
Ghia is making a significant move into the nonalcoholic beverage market with the introduction of Le Fizz, its first ready-to-drink aperitif available in a 750mL bottle. This new addition expands Ghia’s already impressive NA lineup, which includes two large-format aperitif concentrates and a line of single-serve aperitifs called Le Spritz. Le Fizz debuts with a
Matthew McConaughey, an Oscar-winning actor known for his bold and unconventional choices, along with his wife Camila, ventured into the tequila industry by launching Pantalones Organic Tequila in the fall of 2023. Their aim was not just to create a tequila brand but to infuse it with their unique sense of humor and irreverence. Unlike
Miami-based entrepreneur Rovshan Rasulov is challenging the traditional norms of the foodservice industry with a revolutionary online platform aimed at eliminating intermediaries. His goal is to streamline the supply chain by enabling direct transactions between U.S. restaurateurs and food producers, thus cutting out the need for distributors and wholesalers. This ambitious vision is driven by