Economic slowdown hurting global travel; hotels, airlines take hit (Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune)
The tourists chatting in multiple languages in the piazzas, bars and shops of Rome belie a more somber mood at the ancient city's hotels.
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OPINION: Luxury hotels drawing more than just guests (The New Straits Times)
The terrorist attacks on India’s luxury hotels show that despite recent improvements, most of these establishments are still vulnerable to danger if terrorists spend sufficient time and money developing a plan, writes KEITH BRADSHER
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OPINION: Luxury hotels drawing more than just guests (The New Straits Times)
The public relations value of attacking a symbol of national pride like the Taj Mahal makes it even more attractive to terrorists. — AFP picture FOR decades, luxury hotels have been oases for travellers in developing countries; places to mingle with the local elite, enjoy a lavish meal or a dip in the pool and sleep in a clean, safe room.
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Pricey hotels a favorite target of terrorists? (New Haven Register)
Associated Press LONDON — Consider how a city looks to a terrorist seeking targets.
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