Winter Escape in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana

Visitors come to Plaquemines Parish year-round to experience the best of Louisiana’s coast — from world-class fishing and scenic byways along the Mississippi River to abundant birdlife, roadside farm stands, and unforgettable food. Our restaurants showcase the region’s historic cuisine, pairing local produce with the freshest seafood straight from ourContinue Reading

Predators of the Great Wildebeest Migration: Then and now (cartoon)

While ecotourism has contributed both to wildlife conservation and community welfare in Kenya, over-tourism and the corporatization of ecotourism are now proving to be literal impediments in the ecological webs of the Kenyan wilderness. A Maasai leader recently took legal action against luxury chain Ritz-Carlton, claiming that its new lodgeContinue Reading

Reluctant Traveler Eugene Levy: Kicking His Own Bucket List

Eugene Levy, considered “Canada’s National Treasure,” is also one of Hollywood’s most popular comedic actors. He has appeared in over 60 television shows and motion pictures, including Schitt’s Creek, Best in Show, Waiting for Guffman, For Your Consideration, A Mighty Wind, Finding Dory, Splash, Armed and Dangerous, and countless others.Continue Reading

IHCL to Acquire Controlling Stake in Brij Hotels; Strengthens Leadership in India’s Leisure Tourism

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today signed definitive agreements to acquire 51% stake in Brij Hospitality, owning company of the brand ‘Brij’, a boutique experiential leisure offering. Through this acquisition IHCL will gain ownership of the Brij brand and in collaboration with its founding promoter’s aims toContinue Reading

The College of Charleston Launches Hospitality School

The College of Charleston announced the launch of the Michael and Amy Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, a new school backed by Hotel Bennett founder Michael Bennett and his family. Announced at Hotel Bennett, the school is housed in the College’s School of Business and is designed to strengthen the hospitality leadershipContinue Reading

Travel in 2026: Maximalism, AI, and Authenticity Redefine the Industry

The concept of “Instagrammable” destinations has become central to travel planning, with nearly half of travelers choosing destinations based on their potential for social media content. – Image Credit Unsplash+    The HBX Group Travel Trends 2026 report highlights a shift in the travel industry towards maximalist experiences, increased use ofContinue Reading

PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth

PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth — Source: PwC Artificial intelligence is reshaping how the tourism and hospitality industry operates and grows. Across the Middle East, AI is powering smarter, more sustainable destinations – enhancing guest experiences, improving efficiency andContinue Reading

US takes huge tourism hit from one key country

Veronika Bondarenko Thu, January 8, 2026 at 3:47 PM MST 3 min read New geopolitical events around Venezuela and Greenland have pushed President Donald Trump’s references to Canada as a “51st state” and targeting of Canada with tariffs somewhat into the background. Still, Canadians continue to protest the current administration’sContinue Reading