Choosing Hotels: A Guide for Riverians and Villagers: Travel Weekly
Arnie Weissman I’m about two-thirds of the way through Nate Silver’s book On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything (Penguin Books, 2024), and it’s already changed my perspective on risk and reward in the travel industry. Silver rose to…
Industrial boom in North Las Vegas leads to new tax base, bigger budget and higher population
NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nevada (FOX5) – North Las Vegas city leaders are making a bold claim that they are leading the way in diversifying Southern Nevada’s economy. The city is competing nationally to attract large companies – and it’s working….
OKC hotel tax increase approved
Oklahoma City voters on Tuesday approved an increase in the local hotel occupancy tax to provide more funds for tourism development. Effective October 1, the tax will increase from the current 5.50% to 9.25%. The tax increase applies to people…
Special election on Tuesday to decide on hotel tax increase in Oklahoma City
How AI could blur facts in election campaigns Former President Donald Trump falsely claimed that the crowd at the Harris-Waltz rally in Michigan was artificial. Images and videos from the event helped refute his claims. Fox – 2 Detroit Oklahoma…
Mayor of Oklahoma City: Vote yes on Tuesday and support tax increase for hotels and motels
OKC Mayor David Holt | Guest columnist Together, we’ve built a city that attracts more visitors, conventions and special events than ever before. In fact, Oklahoma City’s tourism economy generates billions of dollars in economic output and hundreds of millions…
Hotel near Apple campus misses due date of $30 million loan
According to Morningstar, a special service was set up at a hotel just blocks from Apple’s old headquarters in Cupertino after it missed a $30 million loan repayment deadline this month. The 123-room Aloft, a Marriott brand that targets younger,…
Tri-State service and hospitality workers say proposal to not tax tips would provide relief
CINCINNATI (WXIX) – Cincinnati is home to many service and hospitality workers, the majority of whom make their living off of generous tips from their customers. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris want to eliminate…
Sharp increase in car break-ins near Cincinnati Open
CINCINNATI (WKRC) – The Cincinnati Open draws tennis fans from across the country, and police say there’s been an increase in car break-ins. “This was the third time hotels in the area have been hit this month,” said Lt. Brian…
Some of the best all-inclusive resorts near Fort Collins
Three of USA TODAY’s top 10 all-inclusive resorts and one of the top 10 family resorts are just a few hours’ drive from Fort Collins. So if you’re looking for a fun getaway where someone else will do the cooking,…
Tourists diagnosed with stomach disease after a wedding in a five-star hotel
A group of British holidaymakers were diagnosed with stomach illness after attending a family wedding at a five-star resort abroad. Around 24 people reported suffering from vomiting, diarrhea and fever after staying at the TUI Blue Sensatori Atlantica Aphrodite Hills…
