Kayak Makes a Splash With 2018 "Travel Hacker Guide"
David Solomito, VP of Marketing at Kayak, discusses the company's 2018 "Travel Hacker Guide" that lists the most popular tourist destinations for the upcoming year.
Maui is a destination that's been popular for a long time, but Solomito says new flight routes to Hawaii are sparking interest in the island. He tells us the best times of year to fly to lock in the best prices. Also, Solomito says Guadalajara, Mexico is rising in popularity among tourists.
Crab fishermen in Alaska have been scrambling to stay afloat after two years of the Bering Sea fishery being closed or severely curtailed due to plummeting crab numbers. And they're concerned that more of the same awaits this October when officials decide on catch limits for the upcoming season.
Most major car brands admit they may be selling your personal data — though they are vague on the buyers, and half say they would share it with the government or law enforcement without a court order.
Tourism-related businesses have always been at the mercy of the weather. But with heat waves, fires and storms becoming more frequent and intense, small businesses increasingly see extreme weather as their next long-term challenge.
