The Economics of Airport Wait Times
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The Economics of Airport Wait Times

Every time I travel, I follow a familiar ritual. I charge my phone, tablet, and portable battery. Load new books onto my Kindle app. My husband ensures his game console is charged. This pre-flight preparation is our rational response to predictable inefficiency. We build an arsenal of entertainment to mitigate “dead time.” The standard advice…

The Economics of Nostalgia: How Vintage Fiat 500s Drive Florence’s Premium Tourism Market
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The Economics of Nostalgia: How Vintage Fiat 500s Drive Florence’s Premium Tourism Market

Experiencing first-hand how nostalgia transforms a utilitarian ‘people’s car’ into a premium tourism product in Florence’s competitive market. Last November, while exploring Florence, my husband and I decided to venture beyond the usual tourist trail of museums and churches. We opted for a self-drive vintage Fiat 500 tour through the Tuscan countryside. As we navigated…