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Vail Resorts unveils new plan to transform the ski experience
Vail Resorts has announced a multi-year plan aimed at improving the ski experience across its resorts. The “Epic Experience” plan focuses on improving every stage of a ski holiday.
Poland: New alpine coaster opened at former ski lift site
Szczyrk Mountain Resort in Poland has opened a major new summer attraction for visitors: the Salamandra Alpine Coaster, a modern year-round gravity coaster located in the Beskid Mountains.
Japan: VIP cabins with dining tables
Niseko Village in Japan has announced a major upgrade to its gondola lift system, scheduled to open in December 2026.
Vietnam: Two funiculars serve the highest montain
Garaventa has completed two new funiculars on Indochina’s highest mountain, Fansipan in Vietnam. The installations expand the existing access to the summit area and improve visitor flow between the various attractions.
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AI in Guest Communication: Three Examples from Tourism
Guest communication is an area where AI is increasingly being utilized. It answers questions, processes emails, guides guests on-site - and provides businesses with valuable information about visitors in the process. Three examples of how AI helps organizations and travelers.
Deer Valley Resort to Welcome New Luxury Addition
With the announcement of the Waldorf Astoria Deer Valley Resort and Residences, one of North America’s most renowned ski destinations is set to gain a new luxury landmark. Located in the heart of the Park City mountains, this ski-in, ski-out resort is scheduled for completion by 2028, promising a world-class experience.
Spanish ski resorts are investing heavily
With Astún and Alto Campoo, two Spanish ski resorts are investing heavily in their infrastructure: new cable cars, slopes, snow groomers, and beginner areas are to be acquired or implemented. The details.
Drones for Inspection and Monitoring
"Drone Revolution" for the Industry: Spearheaded by snow lance manufacturer BÄCHLER, the startup SCARA captures has adapted a drone specifically for alpine operations. It autonomously inspects mountain infrastructure, monitors slopes, or assists in rescue missions. The potential applications seem limitless.
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Pylons as Canvases
Art instead of vandalism for the Paris cable car: The support towers of urban cable cars naturally invite graffiti. To preempt this, project managers for the Câble C1 cable car near Paris launched an art competition. Even before the cable car's opening, five street artists designed the bases of five prominent pylons.
Poland: New alpine coaster opened at former ski lift site
Szczyrk Mountain Resort in Poland has opened a major new summer attraction for visitors: the Salamandra Alpine Coaster, a modern year-round gravity coaster located in the Beskid Mountains.
Japan: VIP cabins with dining tables
Niseko Village in Japan has announced a major upgrade to its gondola lift system, scheduled to open in December 2026.
Vietnam: Two funiculars serve the highest montain
Garaventa has completed two new funiculars on Indochina’s highest mountain, Fansipan in Vietnam. The installations expand the existing access to the summit area and improve visitor flow between the various attractions.
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