Women tips

Attracting and developing talent is arguably the most critical factor needed for the travel industry to make a complete recovery. Although women represent approximately 55 percent of the travel industry’s workforce, the vast majority of them, however, occupy lower-level positions. They were also among the workers most impacted by the pandemic.

To be a fan is to be a perpetual collector, and that doesn’t just mean autographs or action figures. Acquisition is an important part of many fans’ lives, from the material, such as concert merch or rare comic cover variants, to the intangible—facts, memories, interpretations, arguments, ideas. They save images, curated and annotated lists of fanfiction, data about fictional universes for wikis, clips from their favorite shows for vids. They deconstruct their obsessions, and build something new from all the little pieces. Sometimes they do this alone, but often, they do it together—the shared act of creation often defines a fandom.

Gender diversity in hotel leadership was boosted this week when Wyndham said its year-old program “Women Own the Room” had signed more than 30 hotels, with 10 already open. But the effort is an exception, not the rule — and efforts have faltered in the past few years.

As a woman with a general contractor’s construction license, Karie Brittano is used to being the only woman in a room. For her, that’s been an edge when it comes to having conversations as co-CEO of the Brittano Group, Inc., which is now building The Rook, a boutique property in South Boston, Virginia.

Skift Research examined how female business travelers were shaping the industry in a 2014 report, noting that companies were increasingly taking steps to address the needs of this growing segment.

The FIFA Women’s World Cup kicked off in Australia last week and is expected to bring a significant tourism boost to the country. Tourism Australia estimates the 35-match tournament to have an economic benefit worth $385 million.

Skift Global Forum has long been a platform that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and influencers to discuss the future of travel and hospitality. Over the years, numerous remarkable women have graced its stage, sharing their expertise, insights, and experiences that have shaped the industry. In this blog, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of influential women who have made a lasting impact at Skift Global Forum over the years.

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Auckland is a city with many faces. Known locally by its Māori name, Tāmaki Makaurau, the city has a cosmopolitan heart with some of the best dining, drinking, and shopping in the country. Yet, urban sprawl quickly gives way to landscapes of New Zealand’s signature beauty here; to the west, the forested hills of the Waitākere Ranges border black sand beaches pummeled by surf. To the east of the city is the island-studded Waitematā Harbor.

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Summer is prime vacation time, whether you find yourself jetting off to another continent to explore some of the world’s most beautiful cities or taking a road trip a little closer to home. Once you’ve finalized your mid-year travel plans, it’s time to start thinking about what to pack—which is where the best vacation dresses for women often come into play.

Summer may be in full swing, but it’s never too late to rethink your warm-weather wardrobe—and that's where lightweight linen staples come in. Not only will the best linen pieces carry you through both formal and casual occasions, but they also tend to be light (a given, considering the fabric), machine-washable (for easy care and maintenance), and, of course, versatile enough to wear multiple times throughout a trip.

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The first thing that strikes me about Kalma Saun is that there is nowhere to hide. Brilliant white tiles stretch from floor to ceiling and buffed steel faucets reflect the glare from fluorescent lights—as if I am standing in an interrogation room rather than Tallinn’s oldest public sauna.

Tsakane Nxumalo is a sergeant in the Black Mambas, South Africa's first all-women anti-poaching team.

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Whether you’re going on a trekking trip or visiting a mountain town, casual attire is becoming increasingly popular and stylish—which is a godsend for frequent travelers. The comfortable fabrics and easy-to wash-materials are perfect for those constantly on the move.

Two women have been fined thousands of dollars after taking selfies and videos with wild dingoes in Queensland, Australia, according to the city's Department of Environment and Science.

A safari without rhinos? That’s the sad future we may be facing. Right now South Africa is home to eighty percent of the world’s rhinos, but poaching is reducing their numbers every year – in 2017, three rhinos were killed every day on average. Anti-poaching units across the country are fighting to protect these and other magnificent animals, and this week on The Rough Guide to Everywhere podcast we learn about one particularly unusual group.

As the old adage goes: anything men can do, women can do in heels. While the sentiment stands, stilettos probably won’t be your footwear of choice for the “100% Women” programme launched by Switzerland Tourism; instead, lace up your walking boots or running trainers to take part in a huge range of thrilling outdoor experiences, all of which have been created by women, for women.