With the launch of new train routes, high-speed rail projects, and ultra-luxury journeys, 2025 promises to be yet another exciting year for rail travel enthusiasts. In the US, travelers can expect to finally see long-awaited Amtrak updates, including the return […]
The Skift Research team recently published our much anticipated Hotel Distribution Outlook 2024, and one of the key takeaways was that, by 2030, direct digital channels could overtake online travel agencies as the dominant distribution channel for hoteliers. We said
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Portuguese naval authorities record heightened Russian ship activity, including spy vessels. Although deemed normal, they stress the importance of continued observation. ADVERTISEMENT The traffic of Russian ships off Portugal’s coast has intensified in recent times, resulting in close monitoring of
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In a year when outdoor recreation contributed a record $639.5 billion to the U.S. economy, accounting for 2.3% of the nation’s GDP, one surprising outlier stands out: New York. Despite its iconic parks, proximity to nature, and reputation as a
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Consider it the first sign that there might be a change to New York City’s Local Law 18, which banned many short-term rentals in September 2023. Several city council members introduced a bill that would extend short-term rental hosting in
Central Amsterdam and its main Red Light District (also known as De Wallen) are known for their narrow pedestrianized walkways and alleyways. Trompettersteeg (which translates into English as “Trumpeter Street”) is by far the narrowest of these walkways. Located just
The policy was enacted in 2022 in an attempt to reduce England’s obesity rate but researchers say it may take more time for menu labels to make a difference. ADVERTISEMENT As it turns out, knowing a fast food burger has
