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The rise of industrial tourism in China
China's factory floors have turned out to be sought after destinations during summer vacation this year. There has been a visible rise in tours to hi-tech manufacturing facilities like electric vehicles, electronics, and high-speed trains, with…
Hong Kong targets film tourism boom and higher-level tennis tournaments
Hong Kong will introduce themed tourism routes showcasing the city's most recognisable filming locations and explore upgrading Victoria Park's Centre Court to host higher-level tennis tournaments, as authorities seek to significantly increase the…
Peace through tourism at 40: A Latin American opportunity
Sept. 16 (UPI) -- Forty years ago, Louis D'Amore asked a simple but profound question: Could travel become a force for peace? The year was 1986, which the United Nations had designated the International Year of Peace. Against that backdrop, D'Amore…
Drop in Chinese visitors drives decline in Japan's inbound tourism in August
Japan received 3.1 million foreign visitors in August, down 9.6% from the same month last year, mainly due to a sharp plunge of Chinese visitors, according to estimates from the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) released Wednesday.
Report: NH tourism, landscaping industries rely heavily on foreign workers
A new analysis finds that New Hampshire's tourism, hospitality and landscaping businesses rely on seasonal foreign workers with work visas to a greater extent than most other states. The report from Manifest Law, a New York-based immigration law…
Policy Address 2026 | HK eyes longer stays, higher spending with wider tourism push
In a push to extend visitor stays and lift spending, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu's latest Policy Address unveiled measures spanning across mega events, finance, heritage and eco-tourism. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT To boost the appeal of…
Israeli Tourism Month returns with nationwide activities
Following last year's success, Israeli Tourism Month returns in November with hundreds of activities priced at NIS 18, about 1,000 guided tours across the country, and discounts on attractions, experiences, and accommodation packages. The…
HKTB pledges to elevate HK's world class tourism under new Five-Year Plan
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) welcomed the city's First Five-Year Plan and the Policy Address, stating that these blueprints set a clear direction to strengthen Hong Kong's role as an international tourism hub and a core stop for…
Korea Tourism Organization's autumn travel campaign can lower your travel costs
The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has launched the 2026 Autumn Travel Month campaign in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, offering a wide range of travel benefits to lower trip costs and stimulate local economies. The…
New tourism group launched after death of Visit Cornwall
A new independent tourism organisation has been to replace the now defunct Visit Cornwall. The Cornwall Visitor Alliance has been created as an independent, not-for-profit company to lead the next chapter of destination management for the county.
Woori Bank's prepaid card for foreign visitors surpasses 10,000 issuances amid rising inbound tourism
Woori Bank's specialized prepaid card for foreign visitors, dubbed the “NOL World Card,” reached the 10,000-issuance mark within just three months of its market debut, the bank said Wednesday. The card, jointly introduced by the bank…
Residents a 'core' focus of Spain's 2030 sustainable tourism strategy
Spain is on course to welcome 100 million international visitors this year, but amid concerns over mass tourism, the country is rethinking how it manages continued growth. In a presentation at Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, Carlos Ruiz…
This charming regional Victorian town is officially Australia's Top Tiny Tourism town for 2026
News Three Victorian holiday spots have taken home national honours at the 2026 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, giving us three more excuses to plan a regional getaway Written by Winnie Stubbs Travel and News Editor, APAC It's hard to deny that…
These 2 regional NSW towns have ranked among Australia's best tourism towns for 2026
Lets face it: NSW is home to an almost unfair amount of picture-perfect towns, from vibrant outback gems to magical mountain idylls. And while we all have our favourite holiday spots, it's always interesting to hear what people think beyond the…
Tourism pension scheme surpasses $6 billion
The Tourism Workers Pension Scheme has accumulated more than $6 billion in savings, with over 10,800 workers registered. Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett made the disclosure in a virtual address to a media breakfast yesterday, held as part of the…
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