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Restored East Cleveland railway could be 'backbone of larger tourism enterprise
A private railway company could be set up to serve a previously mothballed passenger railway line in East Cleveland with the public investing in it as shareholders, it has been suggested. Philip Chisholm, a local representative of the Walk Wheel…
Hong Kong tourist arrivals in Japan surge by nearly 55pc in July
The number of Hong Kong tourists visiting Japan skyrocketed by 54.8% in July compared to the same month last year, playing a key role in what became a record-breaking month for Japan's overall tourism industry. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT…
LG Saxena Announces Nubra Civil Flights by December, Kargil Inspection Next Month Aligned With PM's Connectivity Vision
Srinagar: In a major step to enhance regional connectivity and tourism in Ladakh's cold desert, the government is prioritising civil aviation infrastructure at remote border airfields. Civil flights from Thoise Airport in Nubra Valley by December…
Which day is best for flight booking? Travel expert shares tips for finding cheaper airfares
Flights departing from Korea tend to have their lowest average fares when departing on Thursdays. Airfares account for a significant portion of travel expenses, yet prices fluctuate constantly, leaving travelers wondering when the best time is to…
Cuba's 100th birthday party for Fidel Castro is pure political necrophilia
High-ranking Cuban government officials, including President Miguel Diaz-Canel, recently conducted a five-day festival of concerts, art exhibits, and educational colloquiums to celebrate what would have been Fidel Castro's 100th birthday on Aug.
Odyssey effect: stars sell Greece to a new wave of US tourists
Madonna celebrated her 68th birthday on Corfu, sharing a whirl of parties and boat trips against the backdrop of the island's landscape with her 20 million Instagram followers -- earning her rapturous thanks from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos…
Ryanair slams Spain for flight delays - in major holiday alert
The budget airline claimed that Spain's air traffic control network is 'worse than France' Budget airline Ryanair has issued a damning statement about Spain's state-run Enaire air traffic control (ATC) network, claiming it is now worse than its…
Odyssey effect: Stars sell Greece to a new wave of US tourists
ATHENS – The idyllic beaches of the Greek islands have long been a draw for European holidaymakers, but now a new wave of US tourists is waking up to their charms, driven by stars like Madonna, Katy Perry and Justin Bieber. Madonna…
Protests and profits: 25 Years of Manchester's second runway
When Manchester Airport was given permission to build a second runway in 1997 it prompted one of the country's most high-profile environmental protests of the time. Activists from across the country set up camp, built tree houses and a complex…
Quiz: Think You Know Geography? Name All the African Countries By Their Capitals
How sharp are your geography skills? Give them a whirl by matching all of the 54 national capital cities in Africa to the countries they're from. Then, read on to learn a bit more about the history and geography of the world's second-largest…
Canadian Tariffs Are Happening-Here's Why Trade Negotiations Broke Down
Tariffs on an estimated $28 billion of Canadian goods went into effect at midnight Saturday, hours after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he would suspend trade negotiations with the U.S. following 'unfair' and 'uneconomic' changes to terms…
Hotels have gone bonkers - is no-one happy with a simple B&B anymore?
READ MORE: Who needs Montecito? The VERY starry Cotswolds pubs where Meghan and Harry can still hobnob with Hollywood Remember yesteryear, when what constituted a good hotel stay was a comfy bed, a decent breakfast and an amiable host who didn't…
Canada Says Retaliatory Tariffs Start Next Month-After Failed Trade Negotiations With U.S.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said retaliatory tariffs against the United States will start the Tuesday after Labor Day after attempts between the two nations to reach a trade deal collapsed Friday night, following 'unfair' and 'uneconomic'…
Kerala GI Handloom Products: Economic Challenges And Solutions
A new study highlights that despite Geographical Indication (GI) registration strengthening the identity of Kerala's traditional handloom products, significant economic disparities and challenges persist across its weaving clusters, threatening the…
This tour guide turns Manila's streets into history, heritage lessons
On one of my first walking tours with Jing Ordoña, he greeted me with a question: “Are you ready for some long walking?” I said yes. I should have asked how long. By the time our New Manila walking tour ended, my phone was…
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