Articles tagged “heritage”

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Tourism

Skift Global Forum Video: Shaping the Future of Heritage Tourism

Careful planning is required to balance a surge in heritage tourism with the delicate responsibility of protecting the historic sites that hold so much appeal. At this year’s Skift Global Forum, Melanie de Souza of the Royal Commission for AlUla discussed the region’s blueprint for sustainable heritage travel in the modern age.

AlUla + Skift | 4 weeks ago

Skift Global Forum Video: Shaping the Future of Heritage Tourism

Tourism

How India Plans to Increase Tourism’s Share of the Economy

Easing congestion. Adding air capacity. India has a long list of areas to invest in to capitalize on strong travel demand.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

How India Plans to Increase Tourism’s Share of the Economy

Tourism

One Price for Locals … 6x for Tourists? When Foreigners Pay More

The two-tier pricing debate enters its Japanese edition with businesses trying to strike a balance between catering to loyal local customers while staying true to Omotenashi (Japanese hospitality).

Peden Doma Bhutia | 5 months ago

One Price for Locals … 6x for Tourists? When Foreigners Pay More
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Podcasts

Elevating Hospitality Through Innovative Design

In the first dispatch of the Skift Travel Spotlight podcast from ITB Berlin, Skift speaks with Boutique Group about the role innovative design plays in developing Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector.

Saudi Tourism Authority + Skift | 7 months ago

Elevating Hospitality Through Innovative Design

Airlines

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Regional air connectivity is a major focus for the India government. Amid this, the commencement of operations by Fly91 highlights the vibrant aviation landscape in the country.

Bulbul Dhawan | 8 months ago

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Airlines

Skift India Report: Indigo, Air India to Address Pilot Fatigue With New Tech Tools

At a time when most Indian airlines and airport operators are eyeing growth and announcing expansion plans, the country’s pilots and cabin crew fraternity are still struggling to negotiate salaries and flight duty timings.

Amrita Ghosh | 1 year ago

Skift India Report: Indigo, Air India to Address Pilot Fatigue With New Tech Tools

Experiences

Morocco Tours Canceled by Deadly Earthquake as Operators Hope to Restart Soon

Morocco is the latest destination impacted by a severe natural disaster, with tour operators needing to implement contingency plans to deal with the aftermath of a deadly earthquake.

Selene Brophy | 1 year ago

Morocco Tours Canceled by Deadly Earthquake as Operators Hope to Restart Soon

Online Travel

India Daily: Indians Embrace Nearby Trips Amid Visa Delays for Europe

Even as visa issues may have put a slight dent in their European dreams, Indians have found that the world is brimming with captivating places waiting to be explored, no Schengen visa required.

Peden Doma Bhutia and Amrita Ghosh, Skift | 1 year ago

India Daily: Indians Embrace Nearby Trips Amid Visa Delays for Europe

Hotels

India Daily: Airbnb Partners With Tourism Ministry to Boost Heritage Properties

Legacy wouldn't last unless there was community support, and also that tourism has a multiplier effect on jobs and livelihoods. After all, there’s no greater motivation than protecting one's heritage.

Amrita Ghosh | 1 year ago

India Daily: Airbnb Partners With Tourism Ministry to Boost Heritage Properties

Tourism

India Daily: Asia’s Top Source of Travelers in 2022 Was India

Record aircraft orders show investor faith in the potential of India’s outbound tourism. The smartest destinations will warmly welcome to the rising wave of Indian travelers. Easing visas is one key step (hint, hint).

Amrita Ghosh | 2 years ago

India Daily: Asia’s Top Source of Travelers in 2022 Was India