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Airbnb: launches a one-stop shop for teleworkers in Dubai
Airbnb today announced the launch of the Dubai Remote Work Center, a one-stop-shop for aspiring teleworkers in partnership with Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Anyone wishing to…
Airbnb announces ban on slave cabin rentals
APRIL 27, 2019 - LOUISIANA, USA - Old slave cabins on St. Joseph Plantation, Vacherie, Louisiana In a long-awaited announcement, Airbnb says they will no longer allow people to list properties that were previously used to house slaves, for…
BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 develops 500 MSMEs to conquer the global market
Jakarta, Indonesia, December 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) presents the BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 in a hybrid format. This year's event has received a warm reception since the start of the…
How Airbnb’s ‘Gold Rush’ Could Impact the Home Buying Market | Radio WGN 720
(NerdWallet) – Airbnb's business is booming. The popular platform posted its highest-ever revenue and profit in the third quarter of 2022, thanks in large part to strong demand and higher daily rates. The rise of the vacation…
9 Unique Food and Dining Experiences I Loved in San Francisco
San Francisco is usually on lists of the "Top 10 Most Exciting and Fun Cities in the World". While I had flown to this great bay city several times while still working for IT companies in Manila and visiting social events, it wasn't until…
Generator and Freehand Hotels CEO sees overreach for remote workers
Skift grip
There's always a rush of trends, including mixed travel, but in some cases it's worth taking a step back from time to time.
Matthew Parson
Not all hotels should sue…
The BEST Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours 2023
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Traveling involves not only the journey to and from your destination, but also how you explore an area. There are many ways to…
Trip.com cautious of travel rebound even after China eases Covid rules
Beijing Temple of Heaven. PxhereAlthough China has recently relaxation of Covid measures is widely seen as a step forward for travel, Trip.com remains cautious in the very short term as winter is generally a low season for business and…
The new Chinese traveler will not be receptive to old marketing strategies
<img class="caas-img has-preview" alt="(L to R) Trip.com COO Lou Schubert, Wego CEO Ross Veitch and Skift Asia Editor-in-Chief Peden Bhutia at the Skift Global Forum East in Dubai on December 15, 2022. Skift"…
Airbnb is rolling out a toggle to show you the price including all fees TechCrunch
Airbnb is rolling out a new toggle to show you the price, inclusive of all fees (before taxes), for your stay instead of showing you a price per night. This means you won't have to go to the booking page to see…
Iran hardliner suggests closing key strait over protests
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A hardline newspaper close to Iran's ruling clerics on Wednesday suggested authorities shut down the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for global energy supplies, in response to alleged foreign support…
6 safety tips for taking a taxi while traveling
Anyone who has traveled has experienced the difficulty of negotiating transportation in a new city. Whether you're trying to hop on a local train or figure out where the hotel shuttle is, getting to and from places in your destination can…
Route Aggregators Market Expected to Reach USD 37 Billion by 2032 | MFI
The Route Aggregators Market is estimated at $21 billion in 2022 and should reach $37 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 6.6% from 2022 to 2032. The market for route aggregators in its parent market (tourism market) is approximately…
‘All bets are off’ if Iran gets nuclear weapons
DUBAI (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said on Sunday that Iran's Arab neighbors in the Gulf would act to bolster their security if Tehran were to obtain nuclear weapons.The U.S.-Iranian indirect talks to salvage a 2015 nuclear…
The best ski vacations for all abilities, from Colorado to Japan
Where to ski around the world, from winter Olympic terrain to family resorts December 9, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. ESTA skier descends the Vallée Blanche in the French Alps in fresh powder. (Shutterstock)Comment this storyCommentThere are so many…
This week in taxation: the United Arab Emirates presents its corporate tax plan for 2023
The United Arab Emirates issued a federal decree on corporate and business taxation today, December 9, to set the stage for a 9% rate on taxable profits over Dh375,000 ($102,000) .The legislation will come into force on June 1, 2023.…
What are the best cities to invest in a vacation home rental?
If you're thinking of ways to make money from property investment, buying a holiday home abroad might be on your radar.But to ensure a good return on investment, it is crucial to buy from the right place.A new study by your insurer online…
NYC talks to hosts about new Airbnb rental laws
(Bloomberg) - New York City officials held a heated public debate with landlords on Monday over proposed changes to short-term rental laws that will make it much harder for hosts to list their apartments on Airbnb. Inc. and other…
How Mental aims to boost learning and training using virtual reality
Passion for infographics and video games led Hani Abu Ghazaleh to launch Mental, a technology company focused on virtual reality.Mr. Abu Ghazaleh had a career spanning nearly 15 years in the gaming industry, working for major companies like…
Veridooh’s Mo Moubayed explained what to expect in 2023
Mo Moubayed, co-founder of Veridooh.
This year has been mixed for the adtech sector. For one thing, we've had our first year…
Through Rediscover Goa, Airbnb aims to reach beyond the state’s coastline and party spots
Exploring the hinterland of Goa
Offering travelers over 20 one-of-a-kind experiences, Rediscover Goa has been designed to pave the way for a path that looks beyond breathtaking beaches and party pregnant for which Goa is famous. If you've…
Brazil’s Federal Courts Expel US Company for Illegal Fishing Activities in the Amazon…
In 2021, Acute Fishing, a fishing tourism company based in New Jersey, promoted on its website a trip to explore a remote native region of the Amazon rainforest for fishing activities. "The Voyage is for 'the hard-core angler with a streak…
President Biden pledges to ban resort fees in the United States
Will travelers finally see some relief from sky-high resort fees? According to President Biden, the answer appears to be yes.The president promises to eliminate hidden fees labeled as resort fees that can significantly increase hotel…
Samana launches into the Dubai hotel business with a new entity
Dubai-based Samana Group has launched a new entity that will allow owners and end-users of its Samana Developers real estate unit to rent apartments on a short-term basis, increasing returns for investors.
In its…
Emirates from Dubai adds seasonal direct flight to Colombo
Emirates will add an additional daily direct flight between Dubai and Colombo, starting December 1.
The additional service, operating as EK648/EK649, will bring the number of daily flights between the two cities to three. These include…
DJ Khaled offers an Airbnb stay in his sneaker closet
American record producer and rapper DJ Khaled has an offer for his fans: an Airbnb stay for one night in his impressive sneaker closet in Miami.
Khaled, who won the Grammy Award for Best Rap/Singing Performance for "Higher" in 2019, is a…
Despite criticism, Qatar 2022 promises a spectacular football spectacle | The Guardian Nigeria News
What it will cost Nigerian fans to watch the matches live
Even before the first ball was kicked off, Qatar 2022 has become one of the most contentious World Cup finals in recent memory, as the host…
DJ Khaled offers an Airbnb stay with a recreated legendary sneaker closet
DJ Khalid gives two lucky fans a chance to walk in his shoes - literally. He offers an Airbnb stay decorated with a version of his own…
Emirates of Dubai expect huge increase in inbound traffic from November 19
Dubai carrier Emirates is reporting a busy travel period for inbound and outbound travel via Dubai for the next month.
From November 19, Dubai will experience an increase in inbound traffic, including visitors for winter events such as…
Travel experts reveal 7 vacation destinations for warm seas and winter sun
Winter is just around the corner, which means many are preparing for the stress of the holidays while hunkering down for the freezing weather. But some adventurous spirits seek to break the monotony of shoveling snow by traveling the globe…