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Korea welcomes record 20 mil. foreign visitors as K-culture fuels tourism boom
Korea has crossed a milestone that once seemed distant, welcoming more than 20 million foreign tourists in a single year for the first time as the global popularity of Korean culture fuels demand for travel to the country. The Ministry of Culture…
Britain's castles must evolve or risk becoming relics of the past | Opinion
Britain 's castles and historic estates must become economically useful places again, or many will decay beyond repair. Preservation cannot depend on nostalgia, occasional ticket sales, or the hope that someone else will pay. These buildings need…
India rationalises visa rules to boost tourist arrivals, medical tourism and foreign student
“While considering the simplification of the Indian visa regime, the Government of India studied the Visa system of the developed countries and global standards,” the Ministry of Home Affairs said, explaining the rationale behind the…
India simplifies visa rules, reduces categories from 13 to 9 to boost tourism
India has simplified its visa regime by reducing the number of categories and making application forms leaner in a move to boost foreign tourist arrivals, including those for medical travel and education. New Delhi has rationalised the visa regime…
Cyprus Business Now: foreign investment, banks, energy, tourism, Keve, AI
He also warned that the combination of geopolitical disruption and rapidly expanding technology investment is creating increasingly complex challenges for policymakers. Addressing an MNI Connect video conference with economists, investors and…
Jersey hospitality industry 'disappointed' at Fort Regent delay
Hospitality leaders have criticised the decision to pause the redevelopment of a leisure centre, saying it is 'deeply disappointed, though sadly not surprised' by the move. The Government of Jersey announced this week that it would explore private…
Jersey hospitality industry 'disappointed' at Fort Regent delay
Jonathan Morris Channel Islands Hospitality leaders have criticised the decision to pause the redevelopment of a leisure centre, saying it is 'deeply disappointed, though sadly not surprised' by the move. The Government of Jersey announced this…
The adventure-filled Middle East country you should visit in 2027
Driving across Oman 's spectacular Jebel Akhdar, mountain guide Hassan AlDaghari loves showing visitors an unexpected side of the Middle East. The climate here is a cool 27 degrees in summer, and the place – which literally translates to…
SS United States Sits Upright on Gulf Seafloor After Historic Sinking
The SS United States has settled upright on the floor of the Gulf of Mexico, completing its transformation from record-breaking ocean liner to the world's largest artificial reef. Early sonar and remotely operated vehicle inspections confirmed that…
Wine & Dine Festival-goers return for more as Gourmet Month boosts HK dining scene
Hong Kong Gourmet Month is giving restaurants a boost following the Wine & Dine Festival, with a Michelin three-star restaurant expecting business to grow by up to 10 percent this month and some festivalgoers returning to sample more dishes. SCROLL…
'Tourists hate themselves' - which is why Tasmania is telling them to stay away
Research shows “tourists hate themselves” – which is exactly why the marketing flacks at Tourism Tasmania are telling them to stay away from the island state. Its new campaign declares Tasmania is “not really for…
Foreign Tourist Numbers Top 20 Million for First Time
More than 20 million foreign tourists have visited South Korea so far this year, a first for the country. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Sports said the milestone was reached Thursday, 14 years after foreign tourist numbers first surpassed…
Two major short-term let control zones approved for the Highlands
Two major short-term let control areas for the Highlands have been approved by councillors. The zone for Inverness and the other covering a large part of the region including Lochaber, Loch Ness area and Skye, are to come into effect from 1 April…
What voters want: As Melaka prepares for polling day, which issues are on residents' minds?
MELAKA: As rain falls over Melaka's historic city centre, Afrin Mohd Diron shelters beside his colourful Minions-themed trishaw, waiting for the weather to clear so he can offer rides around the city's historic attractions. For the 28-year-old…
Livelihoods and heritage preservation on voters' minds as Melaka heads to the polls
MELAKA: As rain falls over Melaka's historic city centre, Afrin Mohd Diron shelters beside his colourful Minions-themed trishaw, waiting for the weather to clear so he can offer rides around the city's historic attractions. For the 28-year-old…
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