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62 students have been awarded $175 000 in scholarships by CHLA

62 students pursing hospitality, tourism and culinary arts degrees at 14 California colleges and universities have been awarded more than $175,000 in scholarships by the California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation.

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts showcase local culture & craftsmanship

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts showcase local culture & craftsmanship in new campaign.

Indigenous tourism to contribute $67BN USD to the global economy by 2034

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launched a landmark report at its Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia, highlighting how Indigenous tourism is projected to contribute $67BN USD to the global economy by 2034.

Locals share stories on how overtourism impacts Rome

‘It’s changing the city’s face’: Locals share stories on how overtourism impacts Rome’s culture.

The Westin Washington launches a new sleep enhancing program 

The Westin Washington, D.C. Downtown announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Dr. Whitney Roban, Ph.D., a leading sleep expert, to launch a new sleep enhancing program designed to support the wellness routines of its guests, specifically those who experience “First Night Effect.”

Madeira has introduced a new fee for tourists on hiking trails

Madeira has introduced a new fee for non-residents on some of its most popular hiking trails.

The state of gender equality in the travel and hospitality industry

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is an area of intense focus and scrutiny across the travel and hospital industry. Gender diversity, especially, is capturing attention because women represent a significant share of industry employees.

UN Tourism introduces a new dataset to improve global tourism employment tracking

UN Tourism introduces a new dataset to improve global tourism employment tracking, supporting Sustainable Development Goals.

Venice will extend its day-tripper tax in 2025

The fee will go up to €10 for last minute bookings.

Workers in the Greek tourism industry protest against low wages

Workers in the Greek tourism industry say they are at breaking point, straining under long hours, low wages and not enough colleagues to cover the work.

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