Posts Tagged ‘travel industry’
Best Views from the Window Seat
There’s nothing like the view out the window of your plane to remind you of the incredible world around us and the beautiful places to visit. Check out this gallery of photos that display 17 of the best views from the window seat! Why choose to sit on the aisle when you can watch the…
Read MoreThe Hottest Destinations of 2015
Looking for a new and different destination for your next vacation? Conde Naste Traveler has defined these three places as Hot List 2015 destinations that are must-visits — before others get to them! Where do you think you’ll go next? The Next It City: Guadalajara, Mexico The Next It Island: Vis, off mainland Croatia…
Read MoreTurkish Jet Charter Market Slow to Take Off
The private jet charter market in Turkey has been slow to take off due to what many describe as a mentality that works against luxury travel. Of course, aviation is an entirely global business which allows for the jet market to succeed in other areas and with foreigners visiting Turkey. However, some argue that it…
Read MoreHonda's Long-Awaited Private Jet
In a joint venture between the company and General Electric, Honda has begun producing its long-awaited private jet, coming with a lofty pricetag of $4.5 million. Almost 30 years in the making, the jet is powered by wing-mounted engines, seats six people, and ranges 1180 nautical miles at 420 knots. Honda reports that it will…
Read MoreLA 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…
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