CANNABIS TRAVEL WEEKLY - no. 43

CANADA - FUNGI MEDICINE IS FINDING IT'S PLACE AS A HEALTH AND WELLNESS TRAVEL TREND

SUMMARY: "partially legal in Canada, those that want to get high on Magic Mushrooms can now book a luxury resort in the Vancouver region. This psychedelic retreat was established in 2018 and promises to guide its guests through an extraordinary personalized experience. Psilocybin mushrooms are ingested orally. They may also be brewed as tea or added to other foods to mask their bitter flavor. Doctors went on to say new neural pathways could be formed and the detachment of self was vital to the therapeutic value of this growingly popular psychedelic substance...the Canadian retreat hosted everyone from entrepreneurs and CEOs to athletes, performers, couples, and small groups."? eTurboNews (eTN)

https://eturbonews.com/visit-canada-to-hallucinate-in-a-brain-changing-magic-mushroom-wellness-retreat/?lctg=271626315

COMMENTARY: As psilocybin mushrooms edge towards broader mainstream acceptance, Canada is already offering a glimpse into their potential with a luxury psychedelic retreat in the Vancouver region. Established in 2018, this retreat has become a destination for those seeking a transformative experience, drawing in entrepreneurs, athletes, and performers alike. The potential of forming new neural pathways and achieving a detachment of self highlights the therapeutic value of this increasingly popular substance. However, as interest grows, so does the need for rigorous standards to ensure safety and quality, setting the stage for a new kind of experience and mainstream era on the horizon in wellness tourism and transformative travel. Another program is InnerTrek in Portland, Oregon. In 2022, Oregon became the first state to legalize the use of psilocybin, a psychedelic compound found in more than 200 species of mushrooms. The Icelandic hotel across the street from InnerTrek offers patients a discounted rate, and at Knot Springs, a high-end spa in an adjacent building, clients can relax prior to their journey. A travel trend is evolving.

AUCKLAND, NZ - MEDICAL CANNABIS SHOP, LOUNGE, & MUSEUM ATTRACTION WELCOMES VISITORS AND TOURISTS

SUMMARY: A cannabis museum has reopened in Auckland...The “Green House” located inside the historic Hopetoun Alpha building was officially opened...Green House incorporates a legal medicinal cannabis dispensary, the Museum, the Clinic specialist medicinal cannabis prescriber, and a medicinal cannabis patient’s social club, alongside future food and beverages...the business wants..to showcase a different way to “revitalize the nighttime economy”. The New Zealand Herald

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/auckland-cannabis-museum-reopens-after-rich-listers-500k-donation/7FSLE2FGL5GBNLCAJXQVAPALZM/

COMMENTARY: The reopening of the Green House in Auckland is a bold step in redefining cannabis tourism and hospitality. An attraction within the historic Hopetoun Alpha building, this innovative cannabis museum combines a legal medicinal dispensary, a specialist clinic, and a social club for patients, creating a comprehensive experience center. By integrating education, culture and wellness, Green House is not only setting a new standard for cannabis attractions but also spearheading efforts to revitalize the nighttime economy. This blend of history, health, and hospitality is a testament to the creative vision needed to navigate and flourish within complex regulatory landscapes, much like the pioneering cannabis experiences emerging in West Hollywood, California.

LAS VEGAS, NV - CANNABIS & GAMING DISCUSS DATA AND STRATEGY AT UNLV HOSTED RESEARCH CONFERENCE

SUMMARY: Stafford and Durrett presented the "Cannabis and Gaming: Working Together" panel alongside?UNLV?International Gaming Institute...The panel offered insight into gaming and cannabis integration, the Nevada laws governing cannabis and gaming, marketing within the two industries, and the future of cannabis and gaming hospitality in Nevada. University of Nevada-Las Vegas

https://www.unlv.edu/news/accomplishments/riana-durrett-marla-royne-stafford

COMMENTARY: Las Vegas is at the forefront of integrating cannabis into its iconic gaming scene, as highlighted at the recent UNLV-hosted research conference. The "Cannabis and Gaming: Working Together" panel, presented by Stafford and Durrett alongside the UNLV International Gaming Institute, explored the intersection of these two industries. Discussions centered on navigating Nevada's regulatory landscape, marketing synergies, and the future of cannabis-infused gaming hospitality. This collaboration exemplifies a proactive, data-driven approach to modern destination strategy / destination development efforts, recognizing the unique opportunities that cannabis offers in enhancing the Las Vegas gaming experience. Other destinations should take note and develop similar strategies at the intersection of their key industries, just as Vegas is doing with cannabis and gaming in partnership with UNLV.