Internet of Things (IOT) for your vacation rentals
Since Google spent a whopping 3.2 billion dollars to acquire Nest all eyes have turned on the Internet of Things. According to market research firm Gartner, 25 billion of these...
Authorities to Investigate Fake Hotel Reviews
by Anson David
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The Competition & Markets Authority (CMA) in the UK has announced that they will be investigating a number of undisclosed online companies suspected of “potentially misleading practices”. Amongst the alleged misconduct, the...
Unique Holiday Rentals – The Majestic Bus
by Anson David
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This is one of those ideas that I love, love, love. The owners took an old Bedford Bus and converted into a unique place to sleep in. Furthermore, they tucked the bus...
Top-10 Most Tourism-Ready European Countries
by Anson David
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In it’s 9th annual Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report, the World Economic Forum has recently published the top performers in tourism-readiness. Travel and tourism being an important industry in many countries, is...
Robots in Hospitality?
by Anson David
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No, the title is not a teaser. It is actually happening and I just cannot get my head around it! I just can’t! Bear with me a second. People travel...
Malta puts money where their mouth is
by Anson David
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According to the Travel and Tourism report 2015 published by the World Economic Forum, the Mediterranean island of Malta is on top of the game – at least in terms...
Off Beaten Paths – Extending authenticity
by Rick Gonzalez
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I don’t think that people are attracted to Airbnb just because of the cheaper rates or better amenities when compared with more traditional vacation rentals. I think what they are...
Unique Holiday Homes – The Trullo in Puglia
by Anson David
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This is one of my favourite holiday accommodation ideas and although there are quite a few in the region of Puglia, South of Italy, I think the Trullo still deserves...
Promote your Quality WiFi service with your Guests
by Anson David
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I have previously covered the topic of WiFi and it’s importance for guests when selecting their accommodation. I have also discussed how annoying it is to advertise free wifi only...
Lonely Planet lists Top Beaches in Europe 2015
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Lonley Planet – a leading travel media company, has recently released it’s annual list of top beaches in Europe. The “Old Continent” is gemmed with beautiful beaches, some of which...