Because the hospitality and tourism industry is based on providing intangible products such as services and experiences that require human contact, the pandemic caused travelers to prioritize safety and cleanliness. In response, the industry changed their method of providing such services by focusing on several aspects, one of which is increased attention to cleanliness.Read More

Gastronomic tourism can include venues like wine tours, distillery tours, culinary tours, and farm tours. These types of tours are growing rapidly around the world. According to a study published in 2013, nearly “39 million United States leisure travelers choose a destination based on the availability of culinary activities”. Those who don’t choose the destination...Read More

Gastronomic tourism can include venues like wine tours, distillery tours, culinary tours, and farm tours. These types of tours are growing rapidly around the world. According to a study published in 2013, nearly “39 million United States leisure travelers choose a destination based on the availability of culinary activities”. Those who don’t choose the destination...Read More

The COVID-19 pandemic has persisted far longer than anyone could have imaged. People around the world are dealing with the impact on their livelihoods, health, and travel. The hospitality and tourism industry has experienced considerable changes during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Like many businesses, hospitality and tourism companies have seen decreases in revenue and employment. However, unlike other industries,...Read More