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☆ Asia is beautiful and warm, but here's what's its yachting industry back
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-29 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAsia is beautiful and warm, but here's what's its yachting industry back"Red tape," high taxes and difficulty moving yachts between countries are some of the impediments facing Asia's growing yachting industry, Simpson Marine COO Richard Allen told CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

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☆ Demand for yachts 'still quite high' says Camper & Nicholsons CEO
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-29 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailDemand for yachts 'still quite high' says Camper & Nicholsons CEOSales in the yachting industry are slowing down, mainly for brokerage firms, while the demand for new yachts remains high, Paolo Casani, CEO of Camper & Nicholsons tells CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: Paolo Casani, Nicholsons, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: Nicholsons, Camper

☆ Singapore paid a grant for Taylor Swift concerts. Is this the future?
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-04 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIs Singapore's 'grant' to secure Taylor Swift concerts good business or unfair to other countries? Singapore's payment of a "grant" to secure Taylor Swift's concerts in the city-state prompts questions about the future of competition for musical acts and tourism dollars, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

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☆ Travel recovery in Asia-Pacific: The numbers don't tell the full story
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-26 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTravel recovery in Asia-Pacific: The numbers don't tell the full storyTourist arrivals are up in Asia-Pacific, but details behind the numbers show which countries are making the biggest strides towards making a full recovery, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Locations: Asia

☆ The Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train is back, but different
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-16 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThe Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train is back, but differentThe luxury train returned to the rails this week, but with several key changes, including two new routes, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: Oriental Express

☆ Are calls to boycott the Maldives working? Islands see fewer Indian travelers following social media feud
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-05 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAre calls to boycott the Maldives working? Islands see fewer Indian travelers following social media feudFrom the launch of the world's largest cruise ship to calls within India to boycott the Maldives, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli discussed the latest travel news on Squawk Box Asia.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Locations: Maldives, India, Asia

☆ How much does when you travel affect costs? A lot in places like Japan, Italy and the Maldives
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-29 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHow much does when you travel affect costs? A lot in places like Japan, Italy and the MaldivesTravelers can save money by booking 'shoulder season' trips to Rome, Kyoto and the Maldives, but not so much in Dubai and New York City, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: Maldives Travelers Locations: Japan, Italy, Maldives, Rome, Kyoto, Dubai and New York City

☆ Is it safe to go to the Middle East right now? A new survey's surprising results
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-15 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIs it safe to go to the Middle East right now? A new survey's surprising resultsA survey shows concerns about antisemitism and Islamophobia are causing some travelers to change their travel plans — even for domestic trips, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli

☆ Casino operators in Asia are forcing workers to engage in online scams, says UN
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-21 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailCasino operators in Asia are forcing workers to engage in online scams, says UNHundreds of thousands of people are being forced to work in online scamming operations, creating "two sets of victims" — the scammed and the scammer, UN Human Rights Office's Pia Oberoi told CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: Office's Pia Oberoi, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: UN Locations: Asia

☆ Chinese travelers are fearful about visiting Japan and Thailand
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-20 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailChinese travelers are fearful about visiting Japan and Thailand — here's whyJapan and Thailand are losing ground with Chinese travelers over safety concerns over food and scams, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Locations: Japan, Thailand

☆ We're not moving our Middle East headquarters, says Intercontinental Hotels Group CEO
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-24 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWe're not moving our Middle East headquarters, says Intercontinental Hotels Group CEOIHG CEO Elie Maalouf disputes reports that the company is moving its regional headquarters to Saudi Arabia, telling CNBC's Monica Pitrelli the company is committed to stay in Dubai.

Persons: Elie Maalouf, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: Hotels Locations: Saudi Arabia, Dubai

☆ People want sustainable travel, which spells opportunities for 'green investments'
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-25 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailPeople want sustainable travel, which spells opportunities for 'green investments'The United Nations World Tourism Organization says green investing opportunities exist across the tourism industry, from sustainable buildings to technology and workplace training, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: People, United Nations World Tourism Organization

☆ Airbnb crackdown in NYC causes uproar from hosts and some homeowners
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-18 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAirbnb crackdown in NYC causes uproar from hosts and some homeownersOther cities will be watching to see if New York City's strict short-term rental rules help residents without harming its tourist industry, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Locations: York

☆ Watch a hotel room transform into a $62,000 suite for the Singapore Grand Prix
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-11 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch a hotel room transform into a $62,000 suite for the Singapore Grand PrixFrom room transformations to housekeeping at night, hotels adjust to Singapore's F1 night race with "all hands on deck" staffing, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: Watch, Singapore

☆ People in Asia are getting less sleep than others. Here's why
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-04 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailPeople in Asia are getting less sleep than others. Here's whyA study that analyzed sleep data from 22,000 people wearing Oura rings shows Asia residents are not catching up on sleep on the weekends, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: People Locations: Asia

☆ Airlines are weighing passengers, but not for the reasons many think
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-28 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAirlines are weighing passengers, but not for the reasons many thinkWeighing passengers is about safety and fuel efficiency, airlines say, not because of ongoing issues surrounding how to accommodate plus-sized passengers on planes, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Organizations: Email Airlines

☆ Is your hotel charging a 'junk fee?' Here's how to spot them
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-21 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIs your hotel charging a 'junk fee?' Here's how to spot themMandatory fees are on the rise in the hotel industry, especially in certain cities, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli

☆ The travel companies that are bringing A.I. to their customers
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-14 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThe travel companies that are bringing A.I. to their customersMore travel companies are launching AI services to help travelers plan trips, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli

☆ A video led to a ban on the slaughter of dog and cats at a notorious meat market. Here's how activists did it
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-07 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailA video led to a ban on the slaughter of dog and cats at a notorious meat market. Here's how activists did itIndonesia's Tomohon Extreme Market will no longer kill dogs and cats, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli

☆ An 'accent hierarchy' in the workplace? It's real, studies show
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-31 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAn 'accent hierarchy' in the workplace? It's real, studies showAccent bias in the corporate rate is driving accent reduction classes, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

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☆ Tips on dealing with the 'mountain' of emails that fill your inbox on vacation
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-22 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTips on dealing with the 'mountain' of emails that fill your inbox on vacationPutting strategies in place before you leave the office can save hours spent on email, both during and after your vacation ends, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli reports.

☆ Exceptional service may be driving a rise in traveler entitlement
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-15 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailExceptional service may be driving a rise in traveler entitlementIronically, excellent service may have worsened a growing sense of traveler entitlement. The result can be cyclical: The more travelers are given, the more they want, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli reports.

☆ Wellness trips for the whole family? More parents say they're planning them
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWellness trips for the whole family? More parents say they're planning themCNBC's Monica Pitrelli says parents are planning trips that prioritize mental and physical health, alongside the needs of their kids.

☆ Travel set to fully recover this year on two continents
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-08 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTravel set to fully recover this year on two continentsThe travel sectors in North America and Latin America are on pace to fully recover this year in terms of GDP contribution, according to new research by the World Travel & Tourism Council, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli reports.

☆ Business travel isn't bouncing back — and several new reports say it isn't going to
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-24 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBusiness travel isn't bouncing back — and several new reports say it isn't going toTighter corporate budgets and new ways of virtual working have permanently changed business travel, CNBC's Monica Pitrelli reports.

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