Coronavirus travel fears have temporarily shuttered many hotels around the world. But when those doors reopen, the trend of rampant hotel brand expansion seen in recent years may take on a different look.
The losses to the U.S. tourism industry due to the coronavirus are snowballing-make that avalanching-by the day. To the point that the national non-profit organization representing all travel sectors estimates the economic fallout for the country will be seven times worse than 9/11.
With everyone stuck at home, wishing they were in a more exotic spot than their living room, hotels and destinations around the world are curating playlists featuring tunes aimed to transport wanna-be guests there virtually.
Filip Palmgren had wanted to work on planes since he was a child. Now, after just two years as a flight attendant, the 21-year old has lost his job because of the coronavirus crisis and will be soon heading to work in a hospital instead to help save patients.
Some places stand as monuments to recovery, others inspire our readers with their beauty - or the wisdom of the ancients.
BEACH (Booking, Entertainment & Live Events, Airlines, Cruise Lines & Hotels & Resorts) stocks have taken a hammering with the COVID-19 crisis. More than $332 billion in value have evaporated over the past month, according to this analysis.
First and foremost, the coronavirus crisis is a human tragedy. Our thoughts and concerns are with all of those affected, as well as front-line workers and colleagues facing uncertain futures. While caring for the sick and reducing community spread are the top priorities, now is also the time to look ahead and start planning for the tough road ahead.
It's been said that a person's true character is revealed in a crisis - and if the coronavirus pandemic has taught us anything so far, the same can be said for a country.
The world's commercial airlines and other aviation businesses face significant financial stress and perhaps bankruptcy in the coming months from the unprecedented, unexpected, and broad shutdown of travel due to the rapid spread of Covid-19.
While social distancing may prevent you from checking into a hotel for a getaway, you don't have to completely miss out on the experience. Properties all over the globe are coming up with fun and creative ways to bring their services to you.
