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Vacation Rental in Hawaii: Compare
Vacation rentals across Hawaiʻi reported increases in supply and average daily rate (ADR), with lower demand and occupancy, in June 2023 compared to June 2022. In 2021 vacation rentals were outrunning traditional hotels in the Aloha State. In comparison to pre-pandemic June 2019, ADR was higher in June 2023, but…
American Queen Voyages appoints Senior Vice President
American Queen Voyages (AQV), part of Hornblower® Group, announced it has appointed Frits van der Werff as senior vice president of Guest Experiences. In his new role, he will be responsible for overseeing the hotel operations, ensuring a top-notch experience for all guests on board the line’s award-winning river and expedition vessels.…
MGM Resorts & Casino Big Switch from Hyatt to Marriott
Hyatt may have had enough to have its brand tainted by complaints about MGM Resorts’ misleading consumer practices. MGM Hotels and Resorts are known for being the largest hotel group in Las Vegas, operating resorts and casinos throughout the city and beyond. The company is also known for questionable methods…
Bali is Fed Up With Some Tourists
Bali, the “Island of Gods,” economy benefits remain to be tourism. Some of the 3 million residents in Bali however asking if this benefit is worth dealing with visitors. The Bali Tourism Board says: “There is no other place like Bali in this world. A magical blend of culture, people,…
A Very Sad Day for Sandals Resorts and World Tourism
On behalf of the entire eTurboNews and World Tourism Network family, we join Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holnes, the Hon. Minister Bartlett , the Sandals Resort Family, and so many in our wonderful global travel and tourism industry community to express our sincere condolences to a friend, leader and mentor…