Many Airbnb users with bookings in New York City this Christmas are scrambling to find new accommodations. The company announced plans to cancel and refund bookings for stays after Dec. 1, according to the Associated Press, after long-planned regulations aimed at curbing illegal short-term rentals in the city went into effect on Sept. 5. The …
Chinese travelers are returning to Banyan Tree Holdings hotels, its founder told CNBC. Christian Heeb| Prisma By Dukas | Universal Images Group | Getty Images A dearth of Chinese travelers is nothing to “worry about,” said Banyan Tree Holdings founder Ho Kwon Ping. “They are definitely going to come back,” he told CNBC’s Chery Kang …
Clarese Partis, a 39-year-old software designer from Los Angeles, has always dreamed of working from a unique and secluded location away from the typical tourist hotspots. When she was presented with the opportunity to do so, she didn’t hesitate to jump on it. Just last week, Partis arrived in the charming village of Ollolai in …
The recent cyberattack on MGM Resorts International highlights the challenges of protecting a vast tech infrastructure and thousands of employees while the hospitality sector integrates internet-connected technology. Experts say that the impact of this attack on a major operator in a security-focused industry came as a surprise to some. “I’ve been in this industry for …
It may have seemed like a brilliant idea at the time. According to an online notice by local authorities, two individuals allegedly used heavy machinery to remove a significant portion of the Great Wall of China in Shanxi province, in an apparent effort to create a shortcut. The accused pair utilized an excavator to widen …
8 Regal Retreats in India Where Travelers Can Live like Kings and Queens The Maharajas of India’s past built magnificent palaces as a symbol of their power. However, in 1971, India abolished “privy purses,” or governmental payments made to these rulers. Many of these palaces have been transformed into heritage hotels, offering travelers the chance …
According to CNN, Venice, Italy, will become the first city in the world to implement an entry fee for day-trippers. This new measure will be introduced next spring as part of a 30-day experiment aimed at reducing daily tourism in certain periods to preserve the city’s uniqueness and fragility. The City Council executive stated …
Thousands of Airbnb rentals in New York City are at risk of being delisted as the city has failed to verify new rules that come into effect after Labor Day, according to a report. In order to comply with strict occupancy regulations and building codes, owners who utilize home-sharing platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo were …
Yearning for a blissful night of sleep? You’re not alone. According to Google Trends, more people than ever are searching for solutions to sleep problems, from bedtime routines to understanding why they feel tired all the time. The internet has become a valuable resource for those seeking answers. In response to the widespread struggle with …
