Getting the right tech to suit the space is important, but don’t forget you’re designing something luxurious and fun
Even a glimmer of reflected glory is worth competing for
Valencia region plans to increase fines for unlicensed apartments as tourism backlash grows
Downhill trajectory means a revival now looks much harder
Organisers have faced criticism for insisting on holding races in polluted river
Travellers look to keep costs down with all-inclusive deals to cheaper destinations
Low footfall before Games raises doubts among locals over scale of immediate economic boost for France
Poor secondary market demand for expensive seats raises prospect some events may be poorly attended
Groups say governing body’s moves harm ‘economic interests and player welfare’ as dispute deepens over crowded calendar
In Spain, record visitor numbers are provoking protests, but their spending props up the economy. Policymakers are trying to find a balance
Governing body says funding will boost short format of game as rival competitions proliferate
Ladbrokes owner appoints Gavin Isaacs as it tries to restore investor confidence following ex-CEO’s departure last year
New billionaire owner has embarked on sweeping changes in an effort to restore club’s fortunes
Holiday resort group taps consumers willing to spend on treats rather than longer foreign breaks
Countries such as Thailand and Indonesia have tried to formalise process but struggle to boost take-up
Club to explore ‘alternative options’ after talks end with US car-dealing billionaire
Booming demand for transatlantic travel also tests operational limits amid increasing IT and air traffic control issues
Disney CEO makes his first foray into sports ownership in agreement to purchase Angel City FC as interest in the league grows
Accord with DAZN and beIN helps stave off financial crisis at some clubs but locks in a lower price than first expected
Grocery chains cash in as research suggests eight in 10 fans plan to watch the football final at home
Policies restricting short-term tourism rentals should be carefully calibrated
Travel groups with a ‘high value, low volume’ approach show exclusivity can pay
US airline’s shares decline after forecasts for peak summer travel season fall short of expectations
Statistics suggest that ‘supersized’ and brand new tournaments are pushing elite players to the limit
Leeds-based group pledges to keep prices ‘attractive’ as it posts record profit, revenue and passenger numbers
