Posts Tagged ‘luxury travel industry’
LA Welcomes Record Number of Visitors
According to new data from the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board, the city of LA welcomed a record number of visitors in 2014: 44.2 million to be more specific. This shows a 5% increase over the 2013 calendar year. The majority of these 44 million came from different parts of the United States, though…
Read MoreLondon's Hand-Built Canals
If you’re considering a trip across the pond, London is always a special place to visit. Beyond its dazzling tourist attractions, palaces, and parks, the city boasts lesser-known hand-built canals. The 200-year-old canal row is lined with houseboats and cafes similar to that of Amsterdam, hidden away from the bustling streets of Central London. The…
Read MoreU.S. Capital Welcomes Record Visitors in 2014
Washington, D.C. welcomed a record number of domestic tourists in 2014, topping out at 18.3 million visitors over the course of the year. This number proves a 5.7% increase over the 2013 numbers, according to the city’s tourism bureau. Visitor spending also increased, along with food and beverage, retail, and entertainment spending. In continuing efforts…
Read MoreFive Regions To See in Spain This Summer
Considering traveling to Europe this summer? The warm and welcoming country of Spain is home to many diverse regions that have unique cultures, beautiful scenery, and delicious food. If you’re trying to narrow down your vacation plans to just a few regions, see the suggested regions below from Findery. Andalucia: a notably diverse area of…
Read MoreSupersonic Jet To Fly NYC to LA in 2.5 Hours
Various companies are currently working on the latest advancement within the travel industry: the next generation of “supersonic” passenger aircrafts that can fly twice the speed of regular commercial airplanes. While the planes will likely surface in the private and business jet markets first, there is potential for this type of supersonic jet to reach…
Read MorePassengers Help Move Frozen Plane in Siberia
In an astonishing story reported from CNN, passengers on a plane bound for Krasnoyarsk, Russia left their seats to help push their frozen plane on the runway in Siberia. With temperatures reaching into -50 degrees Celsius, the plane’s landing gear iced up. Despite biting cold and freezing temperatures, the passengers succeeded in helping to move…
Read MoreWhat Are Travelers Searching For This Season?
Travel data company Sojern has conducted new research surrounding the most popular searches that travelers are making right now regarding their vacation plans. June and July seem to be the most-searched for months, with August and September also coming in close in terms of search volume. Topping the list of destinations with the highest increases…
Read More9 Places to Add to Your Bucket List
Wondering where you should travel next that might be different from the usual tourist destinations? These places are somewhat more remote than the usual travel destinations but will provide you with must-see experiences that should be on your bucket list. Milford Sound, Southland, New Zealand Ushguli, Republic of Georgia Kelimutu Volcano, Indonesia Grand Canyon National…
Read MoreThe Most Tech-Friendly Airports Worldwide
As our world has become increasingly connected to the Internet and to each other, it’s become that much more important for us to be able to communicate while traveling. Finding an airport or plane with a strong WiFi connection and other tech-friendly amenities can be central to a good travel experience for the most tech-centric…
Read MorePacking Healthy Snacks for Travel
When preparing for your next trip, it might seem like you have dozens of items to check off your to-do list before you leave. Between packing, prepping, and making arrangements, it’s important to remember your health! Besides bringing any necessary vitamins or prescriptions, packing healthy snacks for your journey is a great idea. Pre-pack snacks…
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