Elite Travel Agencies: Harnessing AI to Sell Emotions, Not Just Destinations

Travel Meets Emotion: The Rise of Experience-Based Journeys As consumers increasingly seek experiences over material possessions, the travel industry is shifting towards fulfilling emotional desires. From Black Tomato’s innovative “Feelings Engine” to Virtuoso’s insightful surveys, travel is evolving to focus on how people feel, not just where they go. Jack Ezon from Embark Beyond notes … Read more

Internet dropouts in SA holiday towns hurt small businesses

The Growing Challenge of Internet Connectivity in Tourist Towns As tourism thrives, smaller towns and regions increasingly face an unexpected challenge: unreliable internet connectivity. Businesses in these areas, like cafes and delis, often grapple with poor NBN services or mobile network drops during peak seasons. South Australian cafe owner Annalise Haseldine, for instance, has seen … Read more

Missing Piha swimmer was to marry next month, family say, as body found on Bethells Beach

The Tragic Loss: Navigating Grief and Support in a Globalized World In a heart-wrenching event, a young man named Arora lost his life while swimming between the flags at a New Zealand beach. His family, living thousands of miles away, faces the daunting challenge of returning his body home, all while grappling with the sudden … Read more