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koreatimes.co.kr - Lee Hae-rin - 'Dualism' to shape Korea's tourism in 2026
'Dualism' to shape Korea's tourism in 2026
The Korea Times

The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) announced Monday that the nation's 2026 travel buzzword is “dualism,” reflecting travelers' desire for two contrasting experiences on the same trip: luxury and practicality, as well as cutting-edge…

timeout.com - Leah Glynn - The winners of the 2025 Victorian Tourism Awards have been crowned
The winners of the 2025 Victorian Tourism Awards have been crowned
Time Out Worldwide

The stars of Victoria's tourism industry have been celebrated in a dazzling gala event held on November 27 at Centrepiece at Melbourne Park. It was a wonderful opportunity for the state's leaders in tourism excellence to come together and shine a…

island.lk - Thilina Walpola - Sri Lanka betting its tourism future on cold, hard numbers
Sri Lanka betting its tourism future on cold, hard numbers
The Island

In a quiet but significant shift, Sri Lanka's tourism sector is moving beyond traditional destination marketing and instinct-based planning. The recent launch of the “From Data to Decisions” initiative jointly backed by Australia's…

indianexpress.com - Sweety Kumari - What is the formula behind Bengal's tourism success
What is the formula behind Bengal's tourism success
The Indian Express

According to the data, 27 lakh international tourists have already visited the state in the first half of 2025, surpassing traditional hotspots such as Goa and Rajasthan. The surge has been attributed to the “synergistic effect of global…

deccanchronicle.com - Nagabhushanam Hoskote - Rs 79-Crore Tourism Boost To Transform Gandikota Into Global Attraction
Rs 79-Crore Tourism Boost To Transform Gandikota Into Global Attraction
Deccan Chronicle

Anantapur: Kadapa collector Dr Sridhar Cherukuri said Gandikota is being developed into a world-class tourism destination, with major works fast-tracked for completion ahead of the Gandikota Festival scheduled for the first week of January. He said…

thehindu.com - The Hindu Bureau - Tourism Minister Jupally hosts diplomats ahead of Global Summit
Tourism Minister Jupally hosts diplomats ahead of Global Summit
The Hindu

Tourism and Culture Minister Jupally Krishna Rao, on Sunday, hosted ambassadors, high commissioners, and senior diplomats from several Asian, Buddhist, and other nations, at the Trident Hotel. The Minister explained Telangana's historic role as the…

ktbs.com - Shon Gables - Tourism surge strengthens Bossier economy
Tourism surge strengthens Bossier economy
KTBS

BENTON, La. — Nearly 10 million visitors traveled to the Shreveport–Bossier area in 2024, spending almost a billion dollars and helping boost restaurants, hotels, events, and rural communities. Visit Shreveport-Bossier President Stacy…

euroweeklynews.com - Natascha Rivera - Almeria boosts tourism links at major European events
Almeria boosts tourism links at major European events
Euro Weekly News

THE ALMERIA Provincial Council is promoting the Costa de Almeria as a prime destination at some of the most prominent tourism industry events in other Spanish locations, as well as in other countries. The Council is showcasing the province's…

thedrinksbusiness.com - Sophie Arundel - Thailand lifts long-standing afternoon alcohol ban in bid to support tourism
Thailand lifts long-standing afternoon alcohol ban in bid to support tourism
The Drinks Business

Thailand has suspended its 2pm-5pm alcohol sales restriction for the first time in more than 50 years, launching a six-month trial aimed at assessing economic and public health impacts. Thailand has temporarily lifted its five-decade ban on…

thestar.com.my - KTMB offers 30% discount to mark start of ETS service to JB Sentral
KTMB offers 30% discount to mark start of ETS service to JB Sentral
The Star Online

KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will offer a special 30% discount to mark the launch of its electric train service (ETS) to JB Sentral, beginning Dec 12. In a statement on Monday (Dec 8), KTMB said the discount applies to the KL…

dawn.com - Our Correspondent - Work on all-weather Mansehra-Chilas Motorway to begin soon, says minister
Work on all-weather Mansehra-Chilas Motorway to begin soon, says minister
Dawn

MANSEHRA: Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Mohammad Yusuf on Sunday said that work on the all-weather Mansehra-Chilas Motorway, which will pass through Kaghan Valley, would soon be launched. “This artery will be completed within…

thestar.com.my - MANJIT KAUR - New direct flight from S'pore boosts effort to make Ipoh a regional travel hub, says Perak exco man
New direct flight from S'pore boosts effort to make Ipoh a regional travel hub, says Perak exco man
The Star Online

IPOH: An airline's launch of direct flights here from Singapore is a significant step towards establishing the city as a hub for short-haul international travel, says a Perak state exco member. Singaporeans now have an additional, affordable…

rediff.com - Akshara Srivastava - Can India Regain Foreign Tourists This Winter?
Can India Regain Foreign Tourists This Winter?
Rediff.com

'We expect inbound numbers in 2025 to come close to pre-pandemic levels -- if not fully match them -- by early 2026.' India's peak tourist season from October through December will determine whether the country can regain its pre-pandemic level of…

mirror.co.uk - Milo Boyd - Tiny market town packed with independent shops has one of UK's best high streets
Tiny market town packed with independent shops has one of UK's best high streets
The Mirror

A charming market town boasts one of Britain's finest independent high streets. Crickhowell in Wales has earned recognition as a thriving hub for small businesses. The town has claimed the UK's Best High Street award and bucks the national trend…

dynamitenews.com - Sona Saini - Goa Nightclub Fire: Fifth arrest made, Delhi employee taken into custody | Dynamite News
Goa Nightclub Fire: Fifth arrest made, Delhi employee taken into custody | Dynamite News
News: Today's News Headlines & Daily Updates from Sports, Movies, Politics, Business | Dynamite News

In Goa, police have made a fifth arrest in the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub fire that claimed 25 lives. Bharat Kohli, a Delhi-based employee, has been taken into custody for questioning. The investigation has already led to multiple arrests, and…

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