Japanese Rail Has a New Hyper-Luxury Commute from Tokyo to Hokkaido
Japan ups the ante on luxurious rail travel, and builds a product the operator thinks will diversify revenue sources. Now if only tickets could be had.
On Experience
Colin Nagy, a marketing strategist, writes this opinion column for Skift on hospitality and business travel. On Experience dissects customer-centric experiences and innovation across the luxury sector, hotels, aviation, and beyond. He also covers the convergence of conservation and hospitality.
Craft Coffee Is Poised to Create a More Interesting Hospitality Experience
The big idea is to make it easy for larger, national hotel chains to conduct local, nuanced and interesting coffee programs that are cost-efficient. And without the hassle of having to do it all yourself, including equipment, roaster relationships and barista training. Craft coffee is having its moment.
6 Things To Watch at Middle Eastern Carriers as They Cut Services
One of the last bastions of true hospitality in the air is going through some belt tightening.
5 Missed Opportunities for Better In-Flight Entertainment
Compared to a decade ago in-flight entertainment is in a great place. Here's how to make it so much better.
Monocle Founder on Design Inspiration and What’s Missing From Today’s Travel Ecosystem
Attention to detail has done wonders for Monocle and its sister-brand studio over the last decade. The travel industry could learn from it.
Why It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye to Boeing’s Iconic 747
An icon of the skies draws closer to retirement.
4 Apps and Services That Help Travelers Stay Safe on the Road
You don't need to be climbing Mt. Everest for it to be wise to take advantage of a few think-ahead travel services.
A Supertraveler’s Wish List for Travel in 2017 and Beyond
We don't need supersonic travel, robot butlers, or Alexa in every hotel room. Just a few upgrades to improve the experience overall.
A Celebration of the Brands That Cared in Airlines and Hospitality
For 2017, it is advisable to vote with your wallet, and support the airlines, hotels, and brands that are elevating experiences and not resting on their laurels or forgetting the vital human element of service.
A Supertraveler’s Guide to a Last-Minute Holiday Escape
As a rule we shy away from holiday travel, but Tokyo in winter is something we can get behind.