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Tourists advised to avoid famous Geisha District in Ancient City

The city has announced it’s closing off some private-property alleys in its famous geisha district because of complaints about misbehaving visitors.

Women breaking ceilings in the aviation industry

While women are heavily involved in the aviation industry in jobs like cabin crew and air traffic control, they have historically been sidelined when it comes to flying or fixing planes.

HRS presents Education Program: Green Stay Knowledge Hub

The new Green Stay Knowledge Hub offers an array of courses, downloadable guides, and videos—all focused on helping hoteliers improve their sustainable operations while also generating data and results that highlight their progress.

AHLA & Procure Impact’s ‘Dignity of Work’ Pledge aims for 100,000 jobs for overlooked populations

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the largest hotel association in the United States, announced the launch of the Dignity of Work Pledge, an initiative to create 100,000 hours of paid employment for overlooked populations.

Miami Beach against spring breakers

Officials in Miami Beach, Florida, are "breaking up" with spring breakers in a new ad campaign after an uptick in crime and violence during spring break months.

Challenges arise when travelers find tours that are too authentic

Off the beaten track’ tours are designed to show the unfiltered realities of local life, which can sometimes include aspects that are surprising or challenging for travelers.

Seville’s proposal for entry fee to Plaza de España sparks backlash

Visitors to the southern Spanish city of Seville will soon have to pay to visit one of its most popular attractions.

Arlo Wynwood marks Black History Month with art exhibition

Arlo Wynwood, an experience-driven, 217-room boutique hotel that serves as a cultural hub for locals and visitors alike, has announced a new artist exhibition in its third floor Living Room Gallery.

New controls on holiday lets in England to address affordability for residents

New controls on holiday lets in England will be introduced from the summer to stop local people being unable to afford to live in their own community, the government has announced.

Barcelona’s city hall launched a new strategy to direct €100 million from its tourist tax

Barcelona’s city hall launched a new strategy to direct €100 million ($108 million) from its tourist tax – the charge travelers see at the bottom of their hotel bill — to a fund that will install heat pumps and solar panels in state-owned schools. 

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