Trends and Tendencies

Luxury hotels in India are “significantly underpriced,” according to Vikram Oberoi, managing director, CEO and executive director of EIH Limited. Oberoi said he’s keen to change that. “Our objective is to drive our rates higher, and we’ve done that during…

With over 2,500 listed buildings, Cheltenham’s eye-catching architectural heritage, provides an immaculately preserved tribute to Regency elegance, drawing visitors from afar.  King George lll’s interest in Cheltenham’s warm spa waters alleged medicinal benefits prompted a rush of visitors to Cheltenham,…

United Airlines debuted its first-ever Starlink flight on May 15 on a route between Chicago O’Hare and Detroit, making it the largest U.S. carrier to use the satellite technology.  In-flight Wi-Fi has always been spotty and glitchy, but United is…

Key Points The U.S. travel industry is entering a period of self-imposed silence due to political fears, particularly in regions sensitive to public spending. Recent politically motivated actions, such as the firing of Brand USA board members, have led industry…

Business class remains where most full-service carriers make most of their money. As a result, airlines have long sought to maximize revenue by offering a product that keeps their most lucrative (and often most informed) customers from moving to a…

The JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa opened up in 2019 and has been a solid contender among the luxury properties in the archipelago. Yet 6 years later we wanted to know if it’s still on top of their game…

Travelling can sometimes feel less like a romantic escapade and more like an elaborate endurance test. But it doesn’t have to be with these five travel essentials. These aren’t just things for you to pack, but items to help you…

The U.S. Senate and House passed legislation this week that would affect the take-home pay of tipped workers, including hundreds of thousands of hotel employees who provide housekeeping, food and beverage, bellhop, and concierge services. The topics of tips and…

No new brands. Niche luxury segments. That is what The Leela is planning post its IPO – $400 million (INR 35 billion) offering set for Monday. Parent company Schloss Bangalore aims to use proceeds to pay down debt, said Ankur…

The airline industry is expecting another record-breaking Memorial Day weekend and summer, an indication that demand could be ticking back up.  The Federal Aviation Administration said that the peak for Memorial Day weekend flights was Thursday, with nearly 54,000 flights…