U.A.E airline Etihad erases Israel from in-flight and online map
Etihad hasn’t made a statement whether the omissions were intentional or an oversight since Etihad doesn’t fly to Israel.
Tourism News
Tourism Australia goes six-color san serif with its rebranded logo
Australia's tourism industry didn't have a great 2012: falling numbers, Qantas' troubles and its controversy with Tourism Australia. At least TA can start 2013 with a fresh coast of paint, so to speak.
Middle East hotel performance remains relatively steady despite regional civil unrest
The hospitality industry tends to dip and rise in rhythm with regional tensions, but these historic and religious destinations will continue to attract tourist despite a lack of stability.
Eastern Europe’s airlines fall one by one: Financial mismanagement and nationalist hubris
The collapse of airlines and the inability for old-line European carriers to pick up slack will lead to inroads in the region by Turkish Air, which will only improve the Anatolian carrier's position in Europe.
Atlantic City’s new TV and print ads portray a destination undefeated by the storm
Media attention during Hurricane Sandy worked against A.C.’s tourism industry. It’ll either take time or a major marketing push to erase the image of a drowning roller coaster from the public’s mind.
Businesses are expected to hold fewer meetings everywhere but Asia next year
High room rates and airfares are expected to increase worldwide, but only Asia’s growing business economy is expected to take the price hikes in stride and continue growing meeting opportunities.
If only India functioned as well as this incredible “Incredible India” ad…
This will surely win some awards in tourism marketing, but the realities of traveling around India aren't as fun or gorgeous. Infrastructure, including transport networks, leave a lot to be desired and inhibit more tourism growth.
Here’s what the Hobbit-themed Air New Zealand aircraft looks like
Surely the best airline marketing campaign of 2012.
Hurricane Sandy damages close the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island indefinitely
No damage was done to the actual statue after its year-long renovation, but repairs on the island’s infrastructure will keep tourists away until at least next year.
Nigeria is cracking down on passengers leaving Lagos’s airport with excessive amounts of cash
It seems that everyone these last few months wants to get a few million out of Nigeria. But while the crackdown is producing some nice anecdotes, the airport can't be the only organization trying to halt illegal money movements.