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Russia emerges as unlikely growth market for Japan tourism as China pulls back
As Beijing urges its citizens to steer clear of Japan, Russian travellers are stepping into the gap – a shift that reflects how sanctions on Moscow, Japan's cautious diplomatic balancing and a weak yen are redrawing the region's tourism map.
Famous Lovers' Arch collapses in 'hard blow' for tourism
Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. A renowned natural rock formation, the 'Lovers' Arch,' on Italy's Adriatic coast, dramatically collapsed on Valentine's Day following several days of severe weather. The arch, located near…
Doctors, tourism, tobacco: Cuba buckling under US pressure
A blockade of oil deliveries to Cuba has forced emergency rationing, kneecapping the country's critical tourism and tobacco sectors even as remittances are under threat and income earned from sending doctors abroad has been all but cut off. Sending…
Telangana eyes inclusion among five regional medical tourism hubs announced in Union Budget
Telangana is seeking to position itself as one of the five regional medical tourism hubs announced by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the recent Union Budget, with the State government engaging with the Centre to figure out the…
London tourist tax of up to £3 a night must fund attracting more visitors, say bosses
Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. A tourist tax of up to £3 a night to…
This Charming Indiana City Feels Undiscovered But Is Breaking All Time Tourism Records
It might be surprising to hear, but Indiana has been placed in the wrong group with Midwest snoozers far too long. Oftentimes, travelers opt for vibrant cities such as Chicago, St. Louis or ever-so-trendy Columbus, but the proof is in the pudding…
Tourism Presentation, Fire Engineer Swearing-In, On Sonora Council Agenda
Sonora, CA — The Sonora City Council typically meets on Mondays, but it will be on Tuesday this week due to the President's Day holiday. The council meeting will open with public comments, where people can speak about anything not on the…
I visited one of world's most famous destinations and it was completely empty
I'm standing at a UNESCO World Heritage site, but my gaze is firmly fixed on the gorge floor beneath me. This isn't some intentional act of humility; our guide, Zuhair Zuriqat, is building up the suspense for the ancient wonder we're about to lay…
Cuban drivers face waiting several months wait for gasoline
Cuban drivers face waits of several months to refuel their vehicles, as intensifying fuel shortages, exacerbated by a US oil embargo, grip the island. To prevent chaos at petrol stations, Cuba's government last week mandated an app, 'Ticket', for…
Cuban drivers face monthslong wait for gasoline in a government app designed to reduce lines
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... HAVANA, Cuba (AP) — Drivers in Cuba are facing the prospects of waiting several months to refuel their cars, as fuel shortages caused by a U.S. oil siege intensify. To avoid chaos outside gas…
Tourist visits drop 10% but spending increases to $550m
Air and cruise visitor arrivals fell last year but estimated visitor spending increased, according to the Bermuda Tourism Authority (File photograph by Akil Simmons) The island's total number of visitors dropped almost 10 per cent last year…
PENNSYLVANIA ROUNDUP: L&I reminds eligible workers of new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit
As tax season gets underway, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is reminding Pennsylvanians who received Unemployment Compensation (UC) benefits in 2025 to watch for their 1099-G tax form they'll need to file a tax return this…
Famous Lovers' Arch falls into sea during Valentine's Day storm
A renowned natural rock formation on Italy's Adriatic coast, affectionately known as the 'Lovers' Arch,' dramatically collapsed on Valentine's Day following several days of severe weather. The incident has prompted local officials to issue warnings…
Cuban drivers face monthslong wait for gasoline in a government app designed to reduce lines
Drivers in Cuba are facing the prospects of waiting several months to refuel their cars, as fuel shortages caused by a U.S. oil siege intensify. To avoid chaos outside gas stations, Cuba's government last week made it obligatory for drivers to use…
Ticker: Rivian finds a way to shine in EV market; China grants UK and Canada visa-free entry
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Rivian shocked the market with strong earnings results last week, proving itself an outlier in the electric vehicle market, which has been struggling with the end of government subsidies and cooling…
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