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Cultural values shape tourists' view of eco-friendly B&Bs

The demand for "greener" bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study.

Lying increases trust in science, study finds

Research by philosopher of science and Honorary Research Associate at Bangor University, Byron Hyde, looked at the role of transparency in fostering public trust in science.

For attached sellers, 'who' can matter more than 'how much'

There's a distinct difference between selling a home that you bought solely for the purpose of making a profit and selling the home where you raised your family. In both cases you're looking to exchange property for cash, ...

Hotel revenues are reaching a new high in Colorado

A study by Florian Zach, associate professor in the Virginia Tech Howard Feiertag Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, part of the Pamplin College of Business, has discovered that in Colorado, average monthly ...

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