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1. Rio de Janeiro: Brazil’s City of Contrasts Rio de Janeiro is a city of contrasts, with its stunning white sand beaches, iconic landmarks, and colorful favelas. It’s a place of great beauty, but also one of great poverty. Rio is home to 6.3 million people, and almost a third live in favelas, or slums. The city is divided by income, with favelas located in the hills and wealthier neighborhoods on the coast. Despite the poverty and inequality, Rio is also a vibrant city, with festivals, music and culture that draw millions of tourists each year. From the annual Carnival to the Olympic Games, Rio has something for everyone. 2. Rio de Janeiro’s Favelas and the Struggle for Survival Rio de Janeiro’s favelas are some of the poorest areas in the city and are home to almost a third of its population. Living conditions are often harsh, with inadequate housing, access to water and sanitation, and basic healthcare. These communities are often overlooked by the government, and struggle to survive. Many are left to fend for themselves, relying on the
ONYX Hospitality Group, the prominent management company in Southeast Asia specialising in hotels and resorts, serviced apartments and luxury residences, has kicked off 2025 with strong growth from the UK market, reporting a 31.5% increase in UK room nights and a 36.1% rise in room revenue for January and February compared to the same period in 2024.
As discussed in my previous article, economic systems (whether at the micro or macro level) tend to respond negatively to abrupt and unforeseen changes. Market volatility often signals a decline in investor confidence and highlights the interconnectedness of various types of security markets. These fluctuations can influence sectors far beyond finance, including tourism and, by extension, the hospitality industry (Figure 1). If you have not yet read the previous article (part 1 of this series), you can access it here: Lodging Stock Market Volatility in the Wake of Trump-Era Tariffs | By Melinda Ratkai Figure 1: The cascading impact of incoherent increases in trade tariffs Interpreted by M. Ratkai (own elaboration) Insert Figure 1
Article - ACSI 2025 Report Reveals a Slip in Customer Satisfaction across Travel Industries - The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Travel Study 2025 reveals a decline in customer satisfaction across various travel industry sectors, including airlines, car rentals, rideshare services, online travel agencies, and lodging.
Why not try "shakyo," also known as writing zazen? Enjoy "shakyo" at the ancient temple "Shuzenji." No prior preparation is required. We will use a brush pen so that even first-timers can easily experience it.