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Authentic insight or voyeurism? My struggle with slum tourism
You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. As the sun set between the “two brothers” mountains overlooking Rio's…
Ford promises more 'big, large casinos' in Niagara Falls tourism vision
The Ford government says it wants to draw new casinos and theme parks to Niagara Falls, Ont., as it tries to revitalize the city through a plan dubbed internally “Vegas of the North.” Story continues below advertisement Premier Doug…
Tourism body VisitScotland partners with US TV giant NBC
Acclaimed travel competition series Extra Mile Club - which airs right after the hugely popular Saturday Night Live - will feature Scotland in two dedicated episodes, as two travel advisor teams compete to create perfect Scottish itineraries for…
Mesra Malaysia training programme rolling out nationwide to boost VM2026
GEORGE TOWN: The Mesra Malaysia 2.0 programme for frontline tourism industry employees will be activated to boost Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). The Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia) will collaborate with the Tourism, Arts, and…
Spain fines Airbnb $74M for listing unlicensed rentals
Dec. 15 (UPI) -- Spain imposed a fine on Airbnb for tens of millions for allegedly listing properties that were either prohibited or did not hold required operating licenses in a firm stance against short-term rentals. Airbnb was fined more than…
Malaysia sets RM100bil franchise sales target by 2030, says Zahid
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has set an ambitious target to achieve RM100bil in national franchise sales by 2030, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Rural and Regional Development Minister, said that the…
US social media rules for tourists could have 'chilling effect' on travel
A group representing the United States travel and tourism industry has warned that a proposal to require millions of foreign visitors to provide social media handles used over the past five years could have a “chilling effect” on…
Stellar Blade CEO recognized for services to Korean games industry with Presidential Commendation
The CEO of Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has been recognized with a Presidential Commendation for his services to the Korean games industry. The prize was given to Hyung-tae Kim at this year's Korean Content Awards, a 'prestigious' event…
What tourists in Korea are actually buying these days
Visitors are swapping designer bags for stationery hauls and skin care splurges as spending habits take a practical turn What are tourists in Korea spending their money on right now? The answer might surprise you — and it probably fits in a…
U.S. Hikes Travel Fees and Entry Requirements. Where Will Travelers Draw the Line?
The U.S. has implemented a range of new travel fees and stricter entry requirements for international visitors, including a proposed $250 visa 'integrity fee.' Other countries like Japan, the U.K., and France are also raising travel-related fees…
The world's newest museum hub has a message
In November, Abu Dhabi opened a world-class Natural History Museum; in December, it was the spectacular Zayed National Museum; and earlier this year was teamLab Phenomena, an immersive art museum. Abu Dhabi already had its own branch of Paris's…
HOPSCOTCH Opens an Agency in Switzerland and Strengthens Its International Presence.
HOPSCOTCH Opens an Agency in Switzerland and Strengthens Its International Presence. HOPSCOTCH, an international communication group founded in France, announces the opening of its Swiss office. This strategic move marks a new milestone in the…
American heads to Irish market town for Christmas and is wowed by what she sees
An American expat who chose County Cork as her Christmas destination was amazed by what she encountered. Shayna Conde, a food and travel journalist based in Barcelona but originally from Bergen County, New Jersey, decided on an Irish escape to West…
Expedite Kothagudem Airport Clearances, Renuka Chowdhury Urges Centre
New Delhi: Congress leader Renuka Chowdhury on Tuesday pressed the government to fast-track clearances for the proposed Kothagudem greenfield airport in Telangana, highlighting the project's significance for industrial connectivity, tourism, and…
Ringgit rise shifts spending
PETALING JAYA: The ringgit may be on an upward trend, but tourism groups say the government should prepare ahead with more targeted campaigns to woo more visitors. Malaysia Inbound Tourism Association president Mint Leong said the stronger ringgit…
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