The benefits of applying gamification to the travel industry
The travel industry is still working on its recovery. For this reason, the sector needs to renew itself and bet on practices and dynamics that will help boost activity to pre-pandemic levels. The inclusion of gaming techniques can be key for this industry not only to recover, but also to overcome its impact in the coming years.
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How to choose the most appropriate accommodation for a business trip
When planning a trip, accommodation is one of the most headache-inducing elements. However, taking into account some key points, this task can become even more entertaining. Generally, what business travelers look for most when booking a hotel is, in this order, cleanliness, location, value for money, sleeping comfort, breakfast offer and technical equipment. One factor on the rise is the teleworking facilities.
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Keys to the transformation of new payment methods
The last two years have caused that, after the efforts to stay open, restaurants and hotels have a much more demanding clientele and that the sector has to renew its proposal of payment methods to adapt to the needs of the market. Adyen has analyzed the key elements that condition the transformation and digitization of the hospitality sector within the Spanish industry to understand the direction and transformation of payments.
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Rules on what not to carry in the aircraft cabin
To avoid last-minute surprises, when planning a short or long-haul flight you should check which items are prohibited in hand luggage. Many of them have to go in the hold of the plane and not in the cabin, so it is important to know the regulations. The most probable thing is that in the security control they detect the not allowed ones and they confiscate them. In case of doubt, it is best to contact the airport or consult their website.
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Morphing, or how bad guys make a perfect copy of your face
Morphing is an information technology technique used by international criminals that perverts the biomedical controls of border and customs security and transforms passport and document photographs in order to gain access to countries with impunity. Basically, they make an exact copy of your face, merge it with that of the "bad guy" and get a third face that impersonates you without any problem, even to unlock the facial recognition of your smartphone.
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A guide to tipping well around the world
It is important for travelers to be well informed about tipping when going abroad. If they do not know and follow the cultural norms of the country, they may find themselves in awkward situations, especially when money is involved. It is important to understand average tipping rates, as much of the perceived respect in the area is based on how a person treats hospitality staff members.
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