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Farming, tourism leaders slam federal government's backpacker cuts
Backpacker numbers will be slashed and visa eligibility tightened under the federal government's immigration changes. Working holiday-makers are crucial for staffing farming and tourism businesses across Australia. Industry leaders say the changes…
Is England right to introduce a tourism tax?
Supporters tend to call it a “visitor levy”. Detractors prefer to call it a “tourist tax”. Whether you agree with it or not, an extra charge for overnight stays has become a common feature of modern travel. Recent…
The WA tourism towns with more Airbnb listings than rentals
Tourism hotspots across Western Australia are being flooded by short-stay accommodation listings, with hundreds of Airbnb listings recorded compared to a small handful of available rentals. The WA Greens have called on the state government to enact…
Taiwan Tourism Deepens Canadian Travel Trade Engagement Through Year-Round Workshop Series
VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 17, 2026 /CNW/ -- The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) has continued to strengthen its engagement with Canada's travel trade through a series of educational workshops over the past year, giving travel advisors practical…
U.S. Tourism Slide Deepens With 12% Drop in August
U.S. inbound arrivals fell 11.8% year-over-year in August to about 3.1 million, accelerating from July's 7% decline and leaving year-to-date visits down 5.8%, with drops across all regions and only 3 of the top 20 source markets growing. Industry…
Beyond sustainability to regeneration: New Zealand's path to 'ESG' tourism
Living here in New Zealand, one is constantly reminded that the crown jewel of our tourism industry is, without a doubt, our pristine natural environment. Yet, it begs a critical question: can increasing visitor numbers at the expense of our…
From durians to tourism: As China-Vietnam trade booms, border communities seek a bigger slice
At a sprawling fruit market in the southern Chinese city of Nanning, finding a Vietnamese durian takes some work. Thai durians are everywhere – from Thai-grown Musang King to the Monthong, also known as the Golden Pillow. China imported…
Green tourism takes centre stage at upcoming Green Economy Peterborough discussion
The GreenUP team was saddened to learn of the recent passing of Robert Winslow, founder of 4th Line Theatre. We offer our sincere condolences to the Winslow family and the community at large as we mourn this significant loss. May Robert's…
Premiumisation, industry recovery and AI: What's trending in travel?
There's no doubt about it, it's been a tough year for the tourism industry – especially in the Middle East, where regional conflict and the knock-on effects have disrupted travel. Despite a record-breaking year for global tourism in 2025…
Cyprus Business Now: AI, tourism, shipping, banks, inflation, CySEC
Keravnos is attending the meetings taking place on September 18 and 19 as part of Ireland's presidency of the Council of the European Union. The Eurogroup meeting on Friday will include an exchange of views on recent economic developments and…
New tourism campaign showcases cultural and natural wonders of the DR - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
MIAMI — The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism launched a new international campaign titled “Feel Dominican Republic” during an event at the Four Seasons in Miami. Tourism officials said the campaign aims to show that the…
This South American Jungle Coast With 85°F Winters, Ancient Ruins, And $12 Whole Snapper Feasts Is Breaking Tourism Records
I knew I had hit the authenticity jackpot. The thick, humid air of the Sierra Nevada mountains hits you the second you roll down the windows on the drive out of the airport. You are not pulling into a Americanized resort zone. Instead, the two lane…
Government holds connectivity talks with United Airlines
4eea7af5-5656-40ce-b02a-29d4df846b6d Created: Sep 17, 2026 04:01 PM (Updated: Sep 17, 2026 04:01 PM) Lawrence Scott, chairman of the Bermuda Airport Authority, left, with Erin Wright, chief operations officer of the Bermuda Tourism Authority; Jan…
Business and miners back Labor's migration policies, but farmers angry
Business groups, miners and the housing industry have welcomed the federal government's changes to the migration system. But farmers and the hospitality and tourism industries say the government's crackdown on working holiday visas will hit the…
Australia to detain tourists who overstay visa, minister says
Australia's ruling Labor party has denied it is tightening visa rules in response to the rise of the far-right One Nation, which has become one of the country's most popular parties this year with pledges to drastically slash migration. Under…
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