As per the latest quarterly results from Comcast Corp., the attendance at Universal theme parks in Florida and California saw a decline in the second quarter. The company’s president, Mike Cavanagh, mentioned that the decrease in attendance was a result of normalization following a post-lockdown boom in 2022 and 2023. During those years, the theme
Palau, an island nation in western Micronesia, is slowly emerging as a tourist destination. The country’s President, Surangel Whipps Jr., faces the challenge of balancing economic development with conservation efforts to ensure sustainable tourism growth. With the imminent arrival of global hospitality brands like Indigo and Four Seasons, Palau stands at a critical juncture in
On July 24, Delta Airlines finally managed to bring its operations under control after being severely impacted by the CrowdStrike outage. The outage resulted in the disruption of numerous Microsoft Windows-based IT systems of the airline, causing chaos and delays in its services. This led to the cancellation of 50 flights on Wednesday, representing approximately
Paris is known for its opulent and extravagant accommodations, catering to the elite and those willing to spend top dollar for a lavish experience. The Hotel Plaza Athénée and the Ritz Paris are just a couple of examples of luxury hotels that command exorbitant prices for a single night’s stay. The Imperial Suite at the
Intrepid Travel, a well-known tour operator, has recently decided to enter the lodging industry with an acquisition strategy aimed at enhancing the overall travel experience of its customers. Over the last three years, Intrepid has added two hotels to its portfolio, one in Australia and the other in Vietnam. These acquisitions include the Daintree Ecolodge
Carnival Corp. has disclosed its intentions to introduce three enormous ships starting in 2029, as part of a new ship class at Carnival Cruise Line. Each of these ships is projected to accommodate nearly 8,000 guests at maximum capacity, boasting a weight of 230,000 gross tons and housing over 3,000 guest staterooms. In comparison, the
Singapore has been named the world’s safest city for tourists in 2021, according to a recent study by Forbes Advisor. The study evaluated various factors such as crime rates, healthcare quality, natural disaster risks, and digital security. Singapore emerged as the top performer, scoring a perfect 0 points on the safety scale. The city-state excelled
Despite the looming threat of an intense hurricane season and the uncertainties surrounding the upcoming election, the cruise industry continues to defy expectations. According to a recent survey conducted by Cleveland Research, a market research firm specializing in the cruise industry, bookings are exceeding projections. The survey, which gathered feedback from travel advisors and cruise
La Gelateria, established in 2010 by Victor Hugo and chef Jacob Kenedy of Boca di Lupo, is a top contender for the best gelato parlor in London. The duo’s dedication to using the finest ingredients and creating fresh gelato daily sets them apart. Some of their must-try flavors include White Chocolate, Mascarpone, Raspberry and Rose,
Goose Island Beer Co. of Chicago has made waves in the craft beer scene for their highly-anticipated annual release of Bourbon County Stout variants. It is widely acknowledged that Goose Island played a significant role in popularizing the barrel-aged stout beer style. The original Bourbon County Stout continues to be a favorite among beer enthusiasts,