About the Seasons of Travel Series

    We are excited to introduce "Seasons of Travel," a quarterly article series dedicated to exploring the dynamic world of tourism and hospitality. From summer travel trends to winter destination tips - each season, we delve into a unique, seasonally relevant topic, bringing you valuable insights and information curated by our esteemed faculty members and industry experts. 

    Overtourism

    Summer 2024 Edition: Toolkit to Avoid Overtourism this Year

    As the summer travel season kicks into high gear, the specter of overtourism looms large over many of the world’s most beloved destinations. In an interview with two EHL researchers and experts on the topic, we explored the multifaceted issue of overtourism and how savvy travelers can avoid the pitfalls of overcrowded hotspots by traveling during shoulder-seasons, staying overnight and discovering destination dupes.

    Event_Tourism

    Fall 2024 Edition: Event Tourism: How Music, Sport, and Film Shape Destinations

    From Taylor Swift’s record-breaking concert tours to Mega-Sports events and the surge of screen tourism inspired by hit shows like HBO’s The White Lotus, these phenomena are transforming travel patterns worldwide.

    The allure of mega-events and on-screen destinations can generate substantial short-term economic boosts, yet they also bring challenges. Dr. Isabella Blengini, Associate Professor of Economics at EHL Hospitality Business School, delves into the complex and multidimensional impacts of event tourism and pop culture tourism

    Winter 2024 Edition: Coolcationing – Cold is the New Hot

    Instead of going to the Caribbean, soaking up the sun and splashing around in the sea, vacations to cold, northern destinations are gaining in popularity. Activities such as ice bathing, Reindeer sleigh rides, seeing the Northern Lights or a cruise to the Arctic have become more in demand in recent years.

    Stay tuned, this article will be published in December 2024

    EHL Seasons of Travel - Winter

    Spring 2025 Edition: Biophilic Design and Architecture in Hospitality

    In Spring, we are shedding light on the topic of biophilic design. This is about how hotels and restaurants are integrating this nature-inspired design and architectural approach to meet people's need for a greater connection with nature.

    Stay tuned, this article will be published in April 2025

    EHL Seasons of Travel - Spring 2025

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