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Post-Helene, Asheville navigates its needs for recovery and tourism

by Laura Hackett
Nov 14, 2024
Small business owners struggling after the storm hope visitors will return and bring some patience with them.
The Grand Bohemian Hotel, a popular tourist attraction in Asheville, is closed while damage to the property is assessed, according to its Instagram account.
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Canada is trying to rebuild its tourism industry

by Megan Lawton
Oct 16, 2024
The number of international travelers visiting Canada is still below pre-pandemic levels.
The number of international travelers visiting Canada is still below pre-pandemic levels. Above, the Toronto skyline in September 2023.
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Strong summer sales help these family-owned bookstores get through the slow season

by Sofia Terenzio
Aug 16, 2024
Joanna Reese funds her Maine shops on a shoestring. "[We do] as much as we can ourselves," she says, "to save on costs."
Joanna Reese co-owns two bookstores with her father, Harry Reese, including The Main Bookhouse, pictured here.
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Can food tourism help China's cash-strapped cities?

by Jennifer Pak
Aug 14, 2024
Last spring, the industrial town Zibo became a tourist hot spot because of its unique barbecue. Is that a recipe for healthy budgets?
The city of Zibo became a hot spot for tourists seeking out authentic barbecue.
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Lots of people are traveling this summer, but some hotels see lower occupancy

by Daniel Ackerman
Aug 12, 2024
Higher-income travelers have splashed out, but people with lower incomes have reined in spending because of rising prices.
TSA screenings have hit record highs this summer. Where is everyone traveling to?
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Copenhagen tries to coax tourists into better habits

by Adrienne Murray
Aug 8, 2024
For biking, using public transportation or cleaning up litter, tourists can receive free coffee, workshops and discounted tickets.
The CopenPay pilot program rewards tourists in Copenhagen for eco-friendly behaviors like walking, taking public transit or cleaning up litter.
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Election 2024

For cities, hosting political conventions can come with costs as well as revenue

by Savannah Peters
Jul 17, 2024
Milwaukee's visitors bureau estimates the Republican National Convention is bringing $200 million to the city. But that doesn't include business lost due to the crowds.
Based on what other cities have reported after hosting the Republican National Convention, Milwaukee stands to see a $200 million boost to economic activity — at least when adding up the positives.
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Pilgrimages are a big business

by Ellen Rolfes
Jun 14, 2024
Plus, Apple announces AI-generated emojis and we do the numbers on copper and the EV market.
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The advent of travel and leisure season fuels demand for staff

by Kimberly Adams
Jun 7, 2024
The post-COVID rebound for restaurants and other hospitality businesses has created opportunities for younger and older workers.
With spending and hiring up, the leisure and hospitality industry is bringing on both younger and older workers than it did prior to the pandemic.
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3 years after bombing, Nashville wants tourists to give its downtown another chance

by Cynthia Abrams
Jun 7, 2024
Fewer pedestrians are wandering onto popular 2nd Avenue, hurting businesses. That’s prompted an initiative to help boost foot traffic.
A sign points pedestrians to Second Avenue, where businesses are rebuilding after a 2020 bombing.
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