Hospitality and leisure industry
Why travel demand to visit China is low, but interest in Japan is high
With a plum position atop many “Best Places to Travel” lists, Japan is on track to welcome a record-breaking number ...
A robot that gives massages — this is what it looks and feels like
One step inside a spa’s dimly lit room, and I’m already anticipating a serene, therapeutic experience: an hour-long full-body massage ...
Ship that travels the world full time — here’s how much it costs
A floating apartment. A residential yacht. A holiday home that travels the globe. The World, a luxury liner, has many ...
Too many people, not enough management: A look at the chaos of ‘overtourism’ in the summer of 2024
SINTRA, Portugal — The doorbell to Martinho de Almada Pimentel’s house is hard to find, and he likes it that ...
Where to stay and how to spend your money in Singapore
For many, Singapore — the city that inspired “Crazy Rich Asians” — is synonymous with luxury, with everything from top-tier ...
How much does it cost to rent a superyacht? Try $1.4 million per week
The 255-foot superyacht Malia sold in 2023 with a price tag of $120 million. But she can be yours for ...
North Korea to reopen for international visitors, tour operators say
North Korea will resume international tourism this winter, ending a COVID-era ban on travelers, according to operators that organize tours ...
Summer tourists flock to boardwalks and piers while sticking to their budgets
NEW YORK — Small businesses along popular vacation destinations like boardwalks and piers in the U.S. say the number of ...
Singapore launches biometric processing at airport
From Monday, some passengers arriving in Singapore’s Changi Airport won’t need to show their passports to clear immigration. As part ...
What is the best country to visit? One top traveler picks his top five
I’m often asked: “What is your favorite country to visit?” For an avid adventurer, it’s a confounding question. How to ...
