The Evolution of Long Island’s Tony East End as Luxury Destination
Photo Credit: Topping Rose House in Bridgehampton. Tourism in the East End of Long Island is evolving. Topping Rose House
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Stick or twist? Plenty of destinations have to wrestle with the idea when looking to develop their tourism offering. By changing too much or too quickly, you risk losing what made the place special to begin with.
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The definition of luxury isn't static. It shifts with the times. What was once considered appropriate for the high-end traveler can quickly fall out of fashion as tastes change.
Destinations battle with this all the time. How do you adapt while also staying true to what made you popular in the first place? The East End of Long Island, New York, is grappling with this very issue.
The area catered to a very traditional, luxury traveler in what was a seasonal business. Now hotels and other tourism businesses
