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Tourism is rebounding, even if the OBA won't admit it
The Fairmont Southampton Resort (File photograph by Blaire Simmons) There's a pattern worth naming. In October, I listened to OBA MPs and Senators voice explicit support for the Loren (Pink Beach and Elbow Beach) Bill in both the House of Assembly…
Korea launches 'K-Chicken Belt' to boost tourism
The government on Thursday unveiled a plan to boost tourism by promoting Korea's most popular chicken dishes and standout restaurants nationwide. The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs has launched the “K-Chicken Belt”…
The countries where tourism is booming - and where it's declining
Global tourist numbers reached an all-time high in 2025. This fact may well be bemoaned in destinations where rows over overtourism have raged, but it nevertheless marks a significant milestone: the travel industry's first year of growth above…
Las Vegas poker rooms fold as casino tourism plummets to record lows
Tourism has been taking a hit in Sin City — and now comes news of another poker room closure on the Las Vegas Strip. A Resorts World representative confirmed to Fox News Digital that its poker rooms will be discontinued on March 30.
How to Advertise Hospitality and Tourism Brands on Pinterest
Here is a number that changes how you should think about Pinterest advertising for travel: 96% of top searches on the platform contain no brand name whatsoever. People are not searching for your hotel, your ski resort, or your destination. They are…
Tourism operators fear impact of rising fuel costs on WA visitor numbers
With the Easter school holidays approaching, South West tourism operators say rising fuel costs could threaten future trade. Prices continue to climb amid conflict in the Middle East. Tourism operators are calling on tourism bodies and the state…
Turkey tourism bosses send message to holidaymakers over summer trips
Turkey's tourism chiefs have reassured holidaymakers that the nation is ready to welcome visitors, with flights, accommodation and holiday packages operating as usual. This assurance comes amidst a reported decline in bookings for Eastern…
K-chicken belt': Korea's fowl play for tourism
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs unveiled plans Thursday to build a nationwide culinary tourism network centered on Korean chicken dishes, seeking to turn the country's growing global appeal into a draw for gastronomic tourism.
Taipei and Dresden sign MOU on tech and tourism
By Tung Kuan-yi and Jake Chung / Staff reporter, with staff writer The Taipei City Government yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with its German sister city, Dresden, on technological innovations, smart city management, talent…
Mum's dental tourism horror as implants pierce her nose leaving hole in face
When Leanne Abeyance flew to Turkey in May 2024 to replace her 13 year old veneers with implants, the last thing she anticipated was returning home in a far worse condition than when she'd departed. Leanne, from Telford, Shropshire, had opted to…
Tourism bureau encourages visitors to 'Love you some Little Rock' in new marketing campaign | Arkansas Democrat Gazette
Farewell, 'Big on Little Rock.' Hello, 'Love you some Little Rock.' Tourism officials in Arkansas' capital city unveiled a new marketing campaign on Wednesday that is meant to highlight Little Rock's cultural, culinary and recreational offerings to…
'Cyprus missing out on €1 billion a year from loss of Russian tourism market'
Russian ambassador to Cyprus Murat Zyazikov has claimed that European Union sanctions have resulted in an annual revenue loss of over €1 billion for the Cypriot economy due to the absence of Russian tourists.. “The loss of the Russian…
Jersey Strive airport hotel plans get in principle approval
Jersey's planning committee has given in principle approval for a new hotel and conference centre to be built near the island's airport. The £55m project put forward by Strive Health Club includes up to 155 rooms with aims to support the…
Heavy rain predicted for Shimla, Mandi on Friday
The Met office on Thursday issued an orange alert of heavy rain, snow, thunderstorm with lightning and gusty winds (speed 40- 60 kmph) for areas in Mandi, Shimla, and Sirmaur for the next day. The weather office predicted the wet spell in the state…
Can Las Vegas support an NBA expansion team? Our experts assess the market
Next week, the NBA's Board of Governors is expected to vote on exploring Seattle and Las Vegas as viable markets for new franchises. The two cities have long been considered favorites for new franchises, whether via relocation or expansion. The…
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