Travel Hotels Near Train Stations: A Practical Choice for Travelers or a Costly Booking Mistake Hotels near train stations are increasingly popular for early departures, transfers and short city stays, but a convenient location does not always mean a good stay. Before booking, travelers should check noise levels, neighborhood safety, walking routes, price and public transport connections May 10, 2026 at 11:18 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Tap water while traveling: when it is safe, how to save money and why to carry a reusable bottle Before booking accommodation, it is increasingly useful to check whether tap water is safe to drink. Safe water, public fountains and a reusable bottle can reduce travel costs, plastic waste and everyday problems during a trip May 10, 2026 at 10:37 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Moody’s predicts a severe blow for hotels in Dubai: occupancy could fall to just 10 percent Find out why Moody’s is warning of a dramatic fall in hotel occupancy in Dubai after the regional conflict and what such a shock could mean for tourism, air traffic, jobs and the wider economy of a city that in recent years has relied on record arrivals of international visitors, luxury hotels and global connectivity. May 7, 2026 at 1:58 PM · Tourism desk
Travel Hotels ahead of the 2026 World Cup record weaker-than-expected bookings in host cities We bring an overview of why hotel bookings ahead of the 2026 World Cup are lagging behind forecasts in some U.S. host cities. Although FIFA expects the largest edition of the tournament so far, hoteliers warn of later traveler decisions, high travel costs, competition from short-term rentals and an uneven tourism impact. May 5, 2026 at 2:10 PM · Tourism desk
Travel 137 Pillars offers full buyouts of luxury hotels in Bangkok and Chiang Mai for private travel Discover how 137 Pillars Hotels & Resorts in Bangkok and Chiang Mai is developing a new form of luxury tourism through full hotel buyouts, private programs, and personalized service. We bring an overview of an offer that combines panoramic urban luxury, historic Thai heritage, and growing demand for discreet travel. May 5, 2026 at 7:18 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Why the floor of accommodation is an important detail when booking apartments, hotels and short-term rentals for a peaceful holiday Find out why the floor of accommodation when booking can be just as important as the price, location and guest ratings. We bring an overview of factors that affect the quality of the stay, from elevators, stairs and street noise to dampness, air conditioning, views and safety, especially in old centers, coastal apartments and short-term rentals. Such a check can prevent fatigue, poor sleep and unpleasant surprises. May 4, 2026 at 6:58 AM · Tourism desk
Travel When an all-inclusive holiday is not completely carefree: small rules that can increase the final bill at a resort Find out why an all-inclusive package does not always mean that all holiday costs are covered in advance. We bring an overview of the most common extra charges in resorts, from restaurant reservations and towels to late check-out, transfers, excursions and premium drinks, and explain how checking the booking conditions before travel can prevent unpleasant surprises at reception. May 4, 2026 at 6:58 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Why silence while traveling is increasingly paid for as a luxury, from child-free hotels to quiet carriages and wellness Find out why peace, privacy and quality sleep are becoming important criteria when booking travel. We bring an overview of the trend in which quiet carriages, adults-only hotels, wellness areas and calmer zones are paid for extra, as well as an explanation of when such an offer has real value and when it merely sells at a higher price what should be the basic standard of a holiday. May 2, 2026 at 7:50 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Customer service in hospitality today is crucial for guest experience, reputation and business success Find out why customer service in hospitality is increasingly viewed as a key business advantage, and not just as a friendly addition to accommodation. We bring an overview of how empathy, empowered employees, digital tools and fast problem solving shape the guest experience, build trust and influence the reputation of hotels, restaurants and other service providers in tourism. May 2, 2026 at 7:31 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Why quality sleep in a hotel is increasingly worth more than the pool, room view and extra amenities today Find out why travelers are increasingly looking at a comfortable mattress, silence, air conditioning and blackout curtains when booking accommodation. We bring an overview of the sleep tourism trend, the impact of long flights and intensive travel, and the reasons why good sleep increasingly determines the real value of a hotel overnight stay, guest satisfaction and post-trip reviews. May 1, 2026 at 1:02 PM · Tourism desk
Travel Why medical tourism is changing accommodation choices: hotels next to hospitals are becoming more important than attractions Find out why more and more travelers choose accommodation next to hospitals and clinics, rather than near tourist attractions, because of examinations, operations, therapies, or recovery. We provide an overview of the key reasons, from safety and privacy to transport, escort, insurance, and the risks that medical tourism brings to patients, healthcare facilities, and the accommodation industry around the world. May 1, 2026 at 1:02 PM · Tourism desk
Travel When a hotel offers the guest a green decision and the bill stays the same: where does sustainability end and saving begin Find out why hotel messages about skipping cleaning, reusing towels and reducing plastic are increasingly raising the issue of transparency. We provide an overview of the difference between real sustainability and business savings, with the context of European anti-greenwashing rules and the expectations of guests who want clear evidence, fair choice and measurable effects, not just green slogans. Apr 29, 2026 at 11:24 AM · Tourism desk