[ad_1] According to VFX artist Eric Saindon, there’s one key ingredient that makes Gollum’s standout scene from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King so memorable. Based on the beloved novels by author J.R.R. Tolkien, Peter Jackson’s acclaimed The Lord of the Rings trilogy culminated in 2003 with The Lord of the … Read more
[ad_1] Skift Take Carriers are gearing up for busier times in travel in 2024, and need to start training crew now. Fortunately for them the tourism sector’s future is perceived as healthy compared to other industries so recruiting isn’t an issue. Matthew Parsons Chinese airlines undertaking the biggest hiring drives in more than three years … Read more
[ad_1] Skift Take Traveling to visit a single client could soon be a thing of past, Deloitte’s latest corporate travel study suggests. Instead, businesses see conferences and other live events as a much more productive affair, and will prioritize investing in attending them. Andres Buenahora, Skift The top reason for international business trips for many … Read more
[ad_1] Skift Take Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at New York City’s new tourism challenges, AI-powered Google Maps, and an old solution to selling travel. Rashaad Jorden Good morning from Skift. It’s Tuesday, April 11. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today. Listen Now 🎧 Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast | Google … Read more
[ad_1] New York’s tourism industry has roared back from its rough pandemic years, but local pessimism and empty offices could hamper the sector’s long-term trajectory. Meanwhile, local leaders say the tourism sector is more important than ever for the city’s recovery. Last year, New York reached 85 percent of its pre-pandemic volume, receiving 56.7 million … Read more
[ad_1] Skift Take Families are seeking to make up for lost time with new and exciting experiences. It’s time that brands and tour operators shift their focus to this segment, and understand their needs to make their trips more appealing. Amrita Ghosh Airbnb hosts in India collectively made over $12 million from bookings with families … Read more
[ad_1] One of The Super Mario Bros. Movie’s fan favorite moments, Bower’s tribute ballad “Peaches,” has been released online. Jack Black voices Mario’s iconic nemesis, who is dedicated to leading his Koopa forces against the plumber in a campaign to conquer the Mushroom Kingdom. Alongside Black, Anya Taylor-Joy as Peach, and Chris Pratt as Mario, … Read more
[ad_1] Following a hiatus next year, Star Wars Celebration will be returning for 2025 in Japan. The wild event in London has just come to a close, seeing a wide array of announcements ranging from new films, live-action TV castings, books, and merchandise. Though it’s sad to see Celebration come and pass, the next one … Read more
[ad_1] Shazam! 2 director David Sandberg reveals why the DCEU sequel ended up retconning the superheroes’ original costumes from the first Shazam! film. Shazam! Fury of the Gods director David F. Sandberg reveals why they retconned the superheroes’ original costumes. The DCEU is approaching its end with a few remaining films left to finish the … Read more
[ad_1] Simon Pegg reveals what has become of his iconic Shaun of the Dead costume in a new post celebrating the film’s 19th anniversary. Directed by Edgar Wright, Shaun of the Dead follows Pegg’s titular unambitious character as he and his best friend Ed, played by Nick Frost, attempt to survive the zombie apocalypse. The … Read more