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The rise of dark tourism is turning sites of tragedy into tourist attractions
This summer, Laureano Oubiña, a major Galician drug trafficker, launched a “drug trafficking tour” through the Arousa estuary. He offered his clients a boat ride through the places that defined an era and promised the story…
Fresh concerns over economic impacts of potential North Yorkshire tourism tax
Fresh concerns have been raised about the economic impacts of a potential tourism tax on businesses in North Yorkshire. Bosses at North Yorkshire Council have said that problems could arise 'particularly for businesses on the coast' from the…
Welsh Government aims to be biggest supporter of tourism
During a visit to the Elan Valley Visitor Centre, Adam Price, minister for enterprise, connectivity and energy, said the sector is 'vitally important' to the Welsh economy and outlined his ambition to make Wales a 'world-class visitor destination.'…
Concerns raised over economic impacts of North Yorkshire tourism tax
Bosses at North Yorkshire Council have said that problems could arise “particularly for businesses on the coast” from the possible introduction of an overnight visitor levy in York and North Yorkshire. David Skaith, the…
Cyprus Business Now: tourism, DP World Limassol, gaming, crypto, digital euro
The finding comes from the first industry report published by the Cyprus Game Makers Association (CYGMA), which attempts to measure a sector that has expanded rapidly but remained largely absent from official statistics. According to the report…
A potential 50% tariff on Canadian goods has business owners concerned for trade, tourism and consumers
Updated: 6:15 PM EDT Aug 18, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Local businesses closely watch U.S.-Canada negotiations as tariff deadline approaches Updated: 6:15 PM EDT Aug 18, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ MONTPELIER, Vt. — The United…
Cyprus tourism had the numbers, but where did they come from?
Tourist arrivals to Cyprus fell by 1.1 per cent in July, but a 55.8 per cent jump in visitors from Israel kept the overall decline small while nearly every other major market weakened. A total of 582,754 tourists arrived during the month, compared…
New report highlights $203 million tourism impact in Pender County
SURF CITY, NC (WWAY) — Visitors to Pender County spent more than $203 million in 2025, according to a new study examining the economic impact of tourism across North Carolina. The study, released Aug. 11, found visitors spent $203.08 million…
They don't deserve this beauty and this breathtaking fragility': Former Antarctic tour guides told researchers why they quit the troubling industry
Despite being one of the remotest places on Earth, more than 100,000 people journey to Antarctica every year. And within the next few years, the number of tourists flocking to the continent each summer could reach 450,000. That's far fewer people…
Responsible Travelers Need to Know These Tips Before Visiting the Great Land
A few tips can go a long way toward being a more responsible traveler in Alaska: 1) Use Adventure Green Alaska's business directory to find sustainable accommodations and tours across the state. ATIA's Adventure Green Alaska (AGA) program, the only…
Discovering Tomorrow: The Top Destination Trends Shaping 2024 Travel
As we stand on the brink of a new travel era, 2024 promises to redefine the way we explore the world. From cutting-edge technology to a renewed focus on sustainability, the landscape of travel is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Whether you're a…
Tesla asked Las Vegas for 5,000 robotaxi permits. Sin City gave it 10, capped the speed at 45mph, and banned airport trips
The Strip is one of Nevada's most concentrated gambling corridors. Sin City casinos there brought in roughly $8.8 billion in gaming revenue in 2025—about $24 million a day—and raked in roughly 56% of the state's $15.8 billion in total…
Highlights From KCON LA 2026: M Countdown, Night Market, And More
WANNA ONE on KCON LA 2026 M Countdown During Friday's M Countdown show, K-pop's celebrity-filled group, Wanna One, reunited at Crypto.com Arena after nine years (they last performed at KCON LA 2017). The group's members, who disbanded in 2019, have…
Sister-Owned Company Offers E-Bikes Tours In Finland, Chile, Tanzania
Monica and Maria Elena Price have grown their family-owned bike touring company since taking it over from their parents in 2008. The Price sisters got into the bike touring business younger than most. As young girls, Monica Price and Maria Elena…
Hiking in Kyrgyzstan's mountains is a TikTok trend without wifi
The fog descends like a sledgehammer, bringing darkness and disorientation. Minutes earlier, we'd been slathering on sunscreen and snapping selfies by the side of an alpine lake, its looking-glass waters reflecting landscapes redolent of the Swiss…
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