TODAY: 'Affluencer' dollars are driving the present, Shangri-La extends JV of its' first property in China and When Strict Dress Codes Went Out Of Style: The Modernization Of Workwear.

'Affluencer' dollars are driving the present
Thursday, 6th September 2018

Travel is becoming experiential. Affluent Intelligence identified six key types of affluent travelers and the attitudes, desires, and expectations of each---looking at the types of experiences travelers seek.

Those six types are Wellness Seekers, Active Challengers, Sightseers, Cruisers, Historians, and Gourmands. Each category is characterized by a unique set of values and attitudes >>

Shangri-La extends JV of its' first property in China
6 Sep 2018 : In July 1984, the Zhejiang Tourism Group and Shangri-La International Hotels (Hangzhou) Ltd formed a joint venture to establish Shangri-La Hotel, Hangzhou and recently all parties involved announced the joint venture extension at the ceremony, held at the Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong >>

Qatar among 10 Most Open Visa Countries in the World
6 Sep 2018 : Qatar has become the most open country in the Middle East and the 8th most open in the world in terms of visa facilitation >>

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The Origins of the Hospitality Industry and What Lies Ahead
Thursday, 6th September 2018

Away from home, surrounded by strangers and yet you feel welcome. The original idea of hospitality has remained unchanged since the creation of the word itself, derived from the Latin word 'hospes', meaning both visitor and stranger, hospitality has its roots in ancient history >>

Are Your Supervisors Focused on the Right Customers?
87% of millennials say they want their jobs to be development opportunities. As a new generation of employees is promoted to their first supervisory or management role, organizations continue to fail to set them up for leadership success. As a result, a lack of leadership abilities and understanding causes poor performance, increased turnover, and an inability to deliver excellent customer service >>

Pack it Up, Pack it In - Steps to Load Luggage Like a Pro
In the midst of the storm unleashed by Ryanair’s new luggage policy axing free carry-on luggage - and taking into account that business class tickets aren't doled out as easily as in the past - here's a few tips that will allow you to pack for success while sticking to your airlines’ baggage regulations >>

When Strict Dress Codes Went Out Of Style: The Modernization Of Workwear
This modern-day old adage gives one permission to own their own personal style with the utmost confidence—but how does this fit into your work culture? In years past, getting dressed for work was simple, but as time progressed, employers have implemented dress-code policies that make the concept of workwear less straightforward >>