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Labour's holiday tax could wipe £14BILLION off tourism sector, experts warn
A HOLIDAY tax could wipe £14billion off Britain's tourism industry, experts warn. Around a third of prospective overseas visitors would reconsider their UK break if slapped with a £10 a night levy, research found. Your info will be used…
Foreign tourism in Finland hits record high in 2025
HELSINKI, Feb. 17 (Xinhua) -- Foreign tourist arrivals and overnight stays in Finland surged in 2025 and set new records, the Business Finland said in a press release on Tuesday. 'The total number of foreign tourists rose to 5.1 million, an…
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.
Doctors, tourism, cigars: US pressure assails Cuba
Cuba's already shattered economy is being assailed on various fronts as US President Donald Trump has vowed to bring the communist island to its knees. A blockade of oil deliveries to Cuba has forced emergency rationing, kneecapping the country's…
Edelman wins tourism board PR brief
SINGAPORE: Edelman has won the Singapore Tourism Board PR consultancy account following a competitive pitch. Campaign Asia-Pacific understands the review began in October 2025. (Campaign is PRWeek's sister business media brand at Haymarket Media).
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…
Sri Lankan lawmakers scrap their pensions, delivering on a campaign promise
Sri Lankan legislators overwhelmingly voted Tuesday to scrap their pensions, in a bid to fulfill a key preelection campaign promise by the ruling Marxist-leaning government following anger over the country's economic crisis. Lawmakers passed the…
8 Safest Caribbean Islands for Tourists and Travelers
The safest Caribbean islands combine low crime, political stability, and tourism-focused economies that prioritize visitor safety. While no destination is completely risk-free, several Caribbean islands are generally considered safe when travelers…
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…
Holidays are for relaxing, not taxing & Govt disaster plan threatens so much
YOU'VE packed your bags, got the kids in the car – and arrived for that summer break. You're ready to jump in the pool or enjoy a refreshing pint. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top stories…
Sri Lankan lawmakers scrap their pensions, delivering on a campaign promise
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lankan legislators overwhelmingly voted Tuesday to scrap their pensions, in a bid to fulfill a key preelection campaign promise by the ruling Marxist-leaning government following anger over the country's…
New Seaport hotel to join over 900-room development across from Menino Convention Center
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A new hotel will bring over 400 guest rooms to the expanding hospitality development across from the Menino Convention and Exhibition Center in the Seaport, moving ahead with Boston Zoning Commission…
Connecticut Restaurant Association undergoes major expansion, rebranding. Here's what's now included
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Connecticut Restaurant Association put more on its plate Tuesday. The organization said it has undergone what it calls a “major strategic shift” in its mission by including hotels in…
UN 'extremely worried' over Cuba's humanitarian situation
The UN said it was “ extremely worried ” about a worsening humanitarian situation in Cuba as a tightened US embargo brings the island's economy to a grinding halt. Washington has upped pressure in a bid to replace Havana's communist…
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…
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