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Tourism officials urge visitors to avoid Hawaiian island in wake of Hurricane Lowell
Tourism officials are urging visitors to adjust travel plans to Kauai as the island recovers from Hurricane Lowell. The storm damaged roads, resorts and utilities, leaving thousands without power and causing long delays at Kauai's airport.
From Dubai to Damascus: How this app supports tourism in Syria
After 14 years of war that left Syria offline, a Dubai-based entrepreneur is hoping to play a part in rebuilding tourism in the country with an app. Rami Kaiem, co-founder of Dubai hospitality company 121 Living, launched ‘My Syria' the…
Lake District littering creating no-go areas, charity says
People feel littering in the Lake District is worsening, with parts of it becoming a 'no-go area for those wanting to enjoy its natural beauty', a charity's survey has found. Two thirds (68%) of those who responded to the Friends of the Lake…
Lake District littering creating no-go areas, charity says
Catherine Lee North East and Cumbria People feel littering in the Lake District is worsening, with parts of it becoming a 'no-go area for those wanting to enjoy its natural beauty', a charity's survey has found. Two thirds (68%) of those who…
Visitors to resorts like Llandudno and Towyn won't face tourism tax next summer
Conwy councillors agreed to defer introducing a visitor levy, suggesting “further evidence” is needed before deciding whether to proceed. The decision follows a statutory consultation which found overall opposition to the proposed…
Blackpool's Sandcastle Waterpark named UK's best
A major tourism attraction has been named the UK's best waterpark during a landmark year in its history. Blackpool's Sandcastle Waterpark has won Waterpark of the Year at the UK Theme Park Awards as it celebrates its 40th birthday. The accolade…
From owning to experiencing: services trade fair mirrors China's rise as service consumption powerhouse
Visitors touch artificial snow at the themed exhibition area for culture and tourism services during the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) at Shougang Park in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 12, 2026. The 2026 CIFTIS…
Be Monkey King? Young Chinese find work in theme parks' role-playing boom
SHENZHEN – It's not what most people would want to be called. An NPC, or “non-player character”, is internet slang for someone seen to lack independent thought, a term borrowed from video-game speak. But in China, the term also…
Reading & Northern recommended to buy Luzerne County rail line for $10M
After evaluating three proposals, a citizen committee is recommending the sale of Luzerne County's rail line to Reading and Northern Railroad, according to documents. The committee was formed to provide an independent opinion on how to proceed. The…
GDRFA Dubai to showcase Click and Travel, Red Carpet service at Arabian Travel Market
The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) is participating in Arabian Travel Market 2026, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre from September 14 to 17. During the event, GDRFA Dubai will showcase an…
Major city eyes crackdown on golf cart tours as furious locals push back
Backlash is brewing in Rome as tourists are using a new way to navigate the crowded cobblestone streets. Golf cart tours have surged in popularity, with bookings this summer up 147% compared with 2024, according to Tripadvisor data cited by The…
36 Industries That Are About To Collapse And Most People Don't Even Realize
Influencing. People are hip to the grift. Lecturing people about politics while you are on a yacht or pimping yourself out to every terrible for the environment fast fashion brand is tone deaf. Pro sports fandom. Venues charge top dollar to attend…
Hotel Management vs Hospitality Management: Which is best for you? | The Right Choice
Hotel Management has traditionally been concerned with the development of a solid knowledge base in hotel operations. The study involves learning about various aspects, including food production, food and beverage service, the front office…
Council seeks team to create long-term plan for Camden Fort Meagher
Cork County Council is seeking to appoint a multidisciplinary consultant team to prepare what it has described as a ‘comprehensive Large Scale Development Plan (LSDP)' for Camden Fort Meagher in Crosshaven. In the tender request, the local…
Beloved reverend among this week's funeral notices
Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on…
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