Simon Hudson in the Badlands

Simon Hudson was in the Badlands of Canada this week, speaking at a tourism industry conference. For more about Simon’s trip read the article: “Tourism expert talks about bringing Badlands to the centre stage.”

Take a vacation: it’s good for your health!

In an article just published in Medical Tourism Magazine, Simon Hudson discusses how vacations can make a significant contribution to quality of life.  Even the simple act of planning a holiday can lead to increased happiness. Read more at: http://www.medicaltourismmag.com/article/travel-the-new-prescription.html

Simon Hudson, pictured with Bill Boineau, Mayor of Aspen Snowmass, and former student at the University of South Carolina. Boineau attended USC back in the late 70s, and has been a popular mayor of this beautiful Colorado ski resort since 2008. Simon was in Aspen to attend the 40th Anniversary of the National Brotherhood of Skiers, a gathering of some 2,000 African American skiers. One of Simon’s research interests is minority participation in sport tourism, and he is looking at the ways destinations are appealing to minority groups. His team has just submitted a grant proposal to explore the ways of attracting African American tourists to South Carolina. 

Simon discussed the keys to tourism growth in South Carolina on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at Delaney's Speakeasy at the monthly EngenuitySC Science Cafe.  The article can be seen at:

http://www.dailygamecock.com/index.php/component/k2/item/6016-expert-talks-keys-to-tourism-growth-in-sc

Center in the news

February 9, 2013

Simon was interviewed by Andy Burns of ABC News Columbia on Monday February 9th.  In the interview, Simon discusses the potential for tourism growth in South Carolina, particularly the opportunities for cultural and historic tourism.  The interview can be seen at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0O5EudXxdYQ&feature=youtu.be

February 8, 2013

Simon was interviewed for a detailed article in the Business Section of The State on Sunday, February 8th. In the article called 'Love Away from Home' Simon discusses the health benefits of travel, and the initiatives that the US Travel Association are undertaking to persuade more Americans to travel in their own country. The full article can be seen at:
http://www.thestate.com/2013/02/10/2624738/love-away-from-home.html#.URj4to4lzEM

February 7, 2013

Simon was interviewed by Andrea Mock from WLTX News on Friday, February 7th.  In the interview, Simon recommended three 'one-tank' romantic trips that viewers could take in South Carolina.  His Valentine suggestions were The Sanctuary on Kiawah Island, The Wilcox in Aiken, and The Vendue Inn in Charleston.