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Tourism expansion v turtle nests: the dispute dividing communities in one Tobago resort
Visitors to Rocky Point in south-west Tobago are drawn to its sandy beach, fringed by coral reefs and dark rock formations and carpeted with the fruit-bearing trees found on Caribbean coastlines – almonds, sea grapes, coconuts, and the…
Malaysia Budget 2027: More tourism spending, investment perks and plans to ease Johor congestion
KUALA LUMPUR - A covered pedestrian walkway linking Kuala Lumpur landmarks like Independence Square and the Central Market. More restored heritage buildings. Larger duty-free perks. These are among the measures Malaysia is banking on to woo more…
UAE residents drive visitor numbers at Dubai theme parks as domestic tourism rises
Dubai's theme parks and attractions have seen a big rise in visits from UAE residents, even as the number of international tourists fell earlier this year due to the regional situation. That is according to Fernando Eiroa, Chief Executive Officer…
Cyprus Business Now: economy, fuel, property, travel, GSI, Cyta, tourism, shipping
Speaking ahead of the Ecofin meeting in Luxembourg, Keravnos expressed confidence that the European Commission would respond to calls from member states for greater flexibility in economic governance. “There is a very serious need for…
Plea as seaside town's Pontins goes another summer without guests
A senior figure in Somerset's tourism industry has launched an attack on EDF Energy's 'continuing failure' to address the impact of using a holiday camp to house Hinkley Point C construction workers. The Pontins Brean Sands holiday camp, situated…
Jersey officials launch economic growth group to improve economy
A new group has been formed to grow Jersey's economy. Officials said the economic growth group would oversee action across government departments, support key industries, attract investment, reduce red tape for businesses and help tackle…
Paradise Hotel Busan blends spa, sound healing for ultimate coastal wellness
BUSAN — “Take a slow, deep breath. Let the aroma of neroli, sandalwood and lavender release every bit of tension held in your body.” As dusk settled at 6 p.m. on Oct. 2, Paradise Hotel Busan unveiled a sanctuary of quiet…
Clothing giant UNIQLO returns to downtown San Francisco with largest flagship store on West Coast
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Long lines wrapped around the block in downtown San Francisco on Friday as hundreds of shoppers welcomed the return of Japanese clothing retailer UNIQLO, five years after it closed its original downtown location. The…
Tourist golf carts are clogging up Rome's city center - frustration is growing
Millions of tourists flock to Rome every year. (File photo) They're parked at the Pantheon, winding their way past the Colosseum—and clogging up Rome's narrow streets: crowds of golf carts are ferrying vacationers through the historic city…
14 Years Ago Today: 'Nashville' Premieres, Changing How TV Depicts Country Music
Nashville seemed like a longshot when it debuted on ABC on Oct. 10, 2012, but the show defied all odds to become one of country music fans' favorite television shows of all time. It's notoriously difficult to capture the true vibe of Nashville's…
Businessman, musician and broadcaster honoured with Highland Ambassador award
A renowned Highland businessman has been honoured with a prestigious award at a ceremony celebrating the local tourism and hospitality industries. Bruce MacGregor, a former BBC broadcaster and musician who founded the group Blazin' Fiddles, was…
Digital goodies give travelers permanent piece of Korea's coastal hub
Among domestic travelers in Korea, a popular catchphrase has taken root to describe the post-vacation blues: Busan fever. The term captures the lingering nostalgia visitors feel for the southern port city's coastal views, vibrant night markets and…
8 fall day trips from Montreal with waterfalls, colourful villages and breathtaking colours
Montreal is gorgeous in autumn, but sometimes you just want to escape the city and chase fall colours somewhere a little quieter. Luckily, you don't have to go far to find storybook small towns, rushing waterfalls and winding roads lined with red…
Dracula is the least interesting thing about this underrated nation
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Simon strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane as it approaches Mexico's coast - National
MIAMI (AP) — Simon has strengthened into a powerful Category 4 hurricane as it barrels toward Mexico's coast. The National Hurricane Center in Miami said early Saturday Simon's maximum sustained winds increased to 145 mph (230 kph). A storm…
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