Having stayed inside for over half the year, saying that our lifestyles have changed is an understatement. From how we buy to how we work and how we learn, everything is different then what it was back in early 2019. This is particularly true in the hotel industry, where a complete rethink of service offerings …
New information released by the World Tourism Organization states that 60% of Asian Countries remain completely closed to foreign tourists. When trying to plan trips, this can create confusion for those who need to travel. Many people currently assume there is nowhere available to travel but this is not necessarily true. Of course, there’s no …
As we learn to live with the ongoing pandemic, companies have faced a need to change their market strategies as well as operational strategies. Various industries – hospitality, and travel in particular – are trying to recover by reopening their services in limited capacities where possible. Things have changed due to the lockdown and just …
During this pandemic, it is not possible to jet off to some island. However, it is still possible to drive a few miles for a staycation at amazing apartments in the city. Small changes in our life could bring a lot more happiness, even during these difficult times. Having stayed in more than 50 Airbnb …
We are in unprecedented times. Aside from the obvious and devastating human costs, the planet is also experiencing an economic shock rivalling World War II. One of the key industries being affected is travel. Once this pandemic has been controlled, people will travel again. However, the travel sector can be expected to change after being …
Overtourism is when a tourist destination is overflooded or overcrowded by visitors. When there are more tourists than the ‘standard capacity’ of a place, then we can say that place has over-tourism. The standard capacity depends on the definition of the locals/residents of the destination. There are various impacts of over-tourism, and the people who …
The state of our deteriorating climate has always been a result of our own lifestyle and activities. The planet we live in and the resources it provides has been adversely affected by human habits. Due to this, we are time and again reminded to be more conscious about our actions and make changes to help …
Technology has revolutionised travel and, in particular, the way we select and book our travel destinations and experiences. That revolution is not yet close to finishing. In 2020, travelers want tech to offer them new experiences and make better recommendations which will enrich and simplify their travel experience. They want an app which centralises their …
When I lived in Nepal, I was able to have the kinds of experiences which tourists could only dream of, because I became a local. My friends would take me off the beaten path to places most Nepalis don’t usually go. Experiences a tourist will never have, because tour companies don’t go there and online …
*Update March 2020: With COVID-19 officially a pandemic, we’d ask you to seriously consider traveling to some of the locations listed in this article, particularly within China & South Korea. Read our article on traveling in this time here. Modern travel is changing; Social media – namely Instagram – has changed the landscape of travel. …
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