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News You Can Use – September 13 2023
News: U.S. State Department Adds 81 New Travel Advisories
The U.S. State Dept. added 81 new travel advisors, including some of the most popular European destinations. Of the 50 new warnings, there were only six new or updated Level 4: Do Not Travel warnings—Ukraine, Russia, Mali, Central African Republic, Burkina Faso, and also Belarus… Travel Market Report
News: Venice Tourist Tax To Target Day-Trippers
Venice is launching a new tourist tax that will target day-trippers traveling into the city at peak times. The tax is a long time coming – it was first due to start in June 2022 and then delayed in January 2023 before finally being pushed to spring 2024. But the plan now is for the €5 tax to first…. Travel Market Report
News: Changes Coming To Disney World, Disneyland
Disney has an official fan club. Over the weekend, some of its dedicated members gathered at Walt Disney World for Destination D23, a celebration of all things Disney. A highlight of the event, like the biennial D23 Expo, is also the announcement of what’s coming to Disney parks…. USA Today
Demand For Hotel Concierges Higher Than Ever
In an era of AI chatbots, self-service kiosks and digital check-in, the concept of a traditional hotel concierge may seem somewhat antiquated. But with demand for dedicated concierge staff far outpacing supply in the U.S., it appears that the role is anything but obsolete. According to… Travel Weekly
Hilton To Install Tesla EV Chargers At 2,000 Hotels
In a partnership with Tesla, Hilton Hotels will expand its electric vehicle charging network by installing as many as 20,000 Universal Wall Connectors at 2,000 properties in the US, Mexico and also Canada. Beginning early next year, a minimum of six chargers will be available at each… Travel Pulse
News You Can Use – September 13 2023
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