Articles tagged “experiential travel”

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Thailand’s ‘Meaningful Relationship’ Campaign Romanticizes Tourism

The Tourism Authority of Thailand unveiled a new marketing campaign "Meaningful Relationship" at the World Travel Market event in London on Monday. The heart of the campaign is to encourage tourists to create more than just travel memories, it's about fostering connections with the people, communities, nature and Thailand itself. In tune with evolving travel…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 weeks ago

Tourism

Mastercard Executive Shares 6 Key Insights Shaping Indian Travel Trends

India's tourism market has made significant strides post pandemic, with a growing appetite for diverse experiences, authenticity and wellness. The world should recognize and cater to India's evolving preferences.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

Mastercard Executive Shares 6 Key Insights Shaping Indian Travel Trends

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IDEAS: Ocean Builders Looks to the Future with Floating SeaPods

Panama based Ocean Builders is building overwater floating pod homes with the mission to develop technology that makes oceans into an 'eco-sustainable paradise.' Credit: Ocean Builders Each SeaPod Eco has 360° panoramic windows with ocean views and plenty of natural light. The structure is supported by an underwater network of air-filled steel tubes, and using…

Becca Smith | 3 months ago

Tourism

The Value Of Souvenirs in the Modern Travel Economy

Join Rafat Ali, Colin Nagy and our special guest Geetika Agrawal as they explore the value of souvenirs in the modern travel economy, and the emerging trend of shifting towards meaningful experiences over physical possessions.

Adam Stacey | 5 months ago

The Value Of Souvenirs in the Modern Travel Economy

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IDEAS: Iglucraft Glamping Pods Seamlessly Blend into Nature

Iglucraft, an Estonia-based company, creates a range of handcrafted timber cabins and saunas that seamlessly blend into their natural surroundings. Credit: Iglucraft The nomadic pods - which are fully customizable and come with a range of amenities - are created using natural materials and feature organic forms, helping users to find 'a more natural way…

Adam Stacey | 5 months ago

Hotels

Luxury Hotel Brand Shangri-La Evokes Eco-Fantasia in New Video

The Shangri-La concept has always had a fantasy streak. But a new marketing video cleverly connects real-world experiences at its luxury hotels with a conjured haven of imaginary delights.

Carley Thornell | 6 months ago

Luxury Hotel Brand Shangri-La Evokes Eco-Fantasia in New Video

Hotels

Hotel Cultural Managers Add Diversity and Community Engagement

Some hotels are hiring "culture managers" to broaden their community programming. It's a promising move, given the rising numbers of guests seeking local discovery and cultural tourism.

Carley Thornell | 6 months ago

Hotel Cultural Managers Add Diversity and Community Engagement

Hotels

Arlo Hotels Still Wants to Be Hip – But With Larger Rooms

Arlo Hotels, a U.S.-based independent brand, first bet on micro hotels, which pack in more guests per property. But now it favors larger rooms. It's betting that creating "experiences" and charging extra may prove more reliably profitable.

Sean O'Neill | 6 months ago

Arlo Hotels Still Wants to Be Hip – But With Larger Rooms

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IDEAS: Adventure Awaits with Akun, The Latest Offering From Red Sea Global

Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind The Red Sea and Amaala in Saudi Arabia, has launched an adventure travel brand for guests aimed at offering unique sporting activities at its destinations. Akun, which comes from the Arabic meaning of “to be”, will operate and manage various adventure experiences out of its destinations, including electric…

Adam Stacey | 7 months ago

Overtourism

Out of the Zoom, Into the Geyser: Skift Team Reunites for Annual Retreat in Rebounding Iceland

The dual-purpose Skift annual retreat — bonding with our globally dispersed team and an immersive deep dive into a globally relevant destination — is on this week, and comes a full circle almost a decade later.

Rafat Ali | 7 months ago

Out of the Zoom, Into the Geyser: Skift Team Reunites for Annual Retreat in Rebounding Iceland