Articles by tag: Travel Trends
Few industries have felt the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic as acutely as the airlines. A continuing concern for these companies is the evolving nature of work. As many businesses have adjusted to using Zoom or Microsoft Teams for remote meetings, the emphasis being placed on business travel has been dramatically reduced. For more […]
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Is “Trip Stacking” Fall’s Biggest Travel Trend?
Key Points: Trip stacking is when travelers plan multiple trips in case one of them gets canceled due to the pandemic. Trip stacking can be a dangerous trend for small companies who can’t absorb the cancelation loss of revenue. Kimkim has seen an increased demand for outdoor destinations. Commentary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, travelers […]
Hospitality
Are Higher Prices Behind the Dip in Air Travelers?
According to a survey by MMGY Global, a Kansas City-based travel and hospitality marketing firm, “luxury travelers” said they expected to take four trips over the next year. But Hilary Kennedy asked Sarah Dandashy, the host of Say Yes To Travel, for the rest of the traveling community, could the rise in airfare be […]
Hospitality
Is Private Aviation Lifting Off or on Cruise Control?
All eyes have been on the rebound of commercial aviation, but ever since travel opened back up in spring 2020, private aviation has been the market to lift off. And it makes sense, as commercial air travel keeps facing unexpected ups and downs in demand with the spread of the Delta variant. The TSA, for […]
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Concierges Around the World: The Moss Hotel in Moscow
Powered by RedCircle As Americans, we only hear limited information on how the pandemic is affecting the rest of the world. We see numbers in the news. And some places don’t even appear in the news all that much–Russia, for example. “What has been so interesting about the pandemic is that has removed us from […]
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Secure Grid Modernization with Zero Trust Architecture
Ray Bauer of Verizon Business engages with Del Rodriguez from Palo Alto Networks at DISTRIBUTECH 2024. Rodriguez shares insights into the significance of cybersecurity within the utility sector, particularly in light of increasing cyber threats and the convergence of IT and operational technology (OT). Bauer and Rodriguez discuss Palo Alto Networks’ initiatives to enhance […]
Private Wireless Networks
Verizon host Wayne Weeks discusses the evolving utility industry with John Gaster, CEO of KSI Data Sciences at DISTRIBUTECH 2024. Together, they explore how KSI focuses on harnessing data from remote sensing devices to enhance the safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of utility operations. Gaster emphasizes the significant role of AI and machine learning in […]
5G Network Platforms
Verizon host Matt Montgomery chats with Blaze Vincent and Thedy Wana from Ericsson, where they discuss pressing challenges and opportunities within the utility sector, emphasizing the significant role of digital transformation and 5G technology in addressing these issues. The conversation highlights Ericsson’s contributions to smart grid modernization and how their innovative solutions are tailored […]
Leveraging 5G to Extend Security Policies
Guests Jeff Brown and Carlos Augusto from Fortinet join Brett Barganz of Verizon to discuss the integration of extended security policies with 5G technology at DISTRIBUTECH 2024. They delve into the transformation and challenges in cybersecurity within the utility sector, highlighting the strategic partnership between Fortinet and Verizon to advance security solutions that leverage […]