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forbes.com - Suzanne Rowan Kelleher - World Cup Failed To Drive U.S. Tourism Boom
World Cup Failed To Drive U.S. Tourism Boom
Forbes

The FIFA World Cup failed to bring more international travelers to the U.S. this summer than last year, according to data from the Commerce Department's National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO). International visitors did not come in large enough…

bbc.co.uk - Cosmetic tourism warning after Eastleigh woman's surgery death
Cosmetic tourism warning after Eastleigh woman's surgery death
BBC

People travelling abroad for low-cost cosmetic surgery are being pressured into buying extra 'risky' procedures at the last minute, a coroner has said. Nicholas Walker was speaking at the inquest into the death of Hayley Dowell, from Eastleigh…

thestandard.com.hk - The Standard 英文虎報 - HKTB, MGTO serve up local flavors to welcome Malaysian travelers in joint GBA tourism push
HKTB, MGTO serve up local flavors to welcome Malaysian travelers in joint GBA tourism push
The Standard

Hong Kong is widening its appeal in Malaysia with local flavors as part of a joint push to promote travel to the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and its 'Only in Hong Kong' campaign. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT This initiative was part of the 'Greater…

globaltimes.cn - Xinhua - Lake Songhua Resort in NE China turns into year-round tourism destination
Lake Songhua Resort in NE China turns into year-round tourism destination
Global Times

Tourists pose for photos at the Lake Songhua Resort in Jilin City, northeast China's Jilin Province, Aug. 12, 2026. The Lake Songhua Resort, located in Jilin City, is a national-level ski tourism resort. In recent years, relying on its mountain…

rollingstone.com - Scott Ginsberg - Boston Bets on Music and Entertainment Tourism on Heels of Noah Kahan's Fenway Park Run
Boston Bets on Music and Entertainment Tourism on Heels of Noah Kahan's Fenway Park Run
Rolling Stone

Noah Kahan 's four consecutive sold-out shows at Fenway Park last month did more than mark a career milestone — they underscored Boston's growing power as one of the country's most compelling live-entertainment destinations. And now, tourism…

thehindu.com - The Hindu Bureau - Event to promote tourism to Malaysia held in Chennai
Event to promote tourism to Malaysia held in Chennai
The Hindu

Supported by an extensive network of more than 190 direct flights weekly, offering a seat capacity of over 37,000 seats per week, India continues to be one of Malaysia's key international source markets, Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim…

straitstimes.com - Seoul eyes 'Hipjiro' as model for night-time tourism
Seoul eyes 'Hipjiro' as model for night-time tourism
The Straits Times

Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments Published Aug 14, 2026, 12:36 PM SEOUL – Seoul is looking to Euljiro's blend of industrial heritage and lively outdoor drinking culture as a model for drawing more tourists after…

dailyrecord.co.uk - Ross Thomson - Livingston MP tees up drive to put West Lothian on Scotland's golf tourism map
Livingston MP tees up drive to put West Lothian on Scotland's golf tourism map
Daily Record

Gregor Poynton MP is calling for greater investment in promoting West Lothian as one of Scotland's premier golfing destinations, arguing the county is perfectly placed to capture more of the country's thriving golf tourism market. Following a visit…

koreaherald.com - Park Yuna - Seoul eyes 'Hipjiro' as model for nighttime tourism
Seoul eyes 'Hipjiro' as model for nighttime tourism
The Korea Herald

Seoul is looking to Euljiro's blend of industrial heritage and lively outdoor drinking culture as a model for drawing more tourists after dark, as city officials pledge safer streets and better multilingual guidance. The city's G3 Seoul Planning…

thehindu.com - The Hindu Bureau - T.N. government to develop tourism infrastructure to attract foreign visitors
T.N. government to develop tourism infrastructure to attract foreign visitors
The Hindu

The Tamil Nadu government will develop tourism infrastructure across the State to develop specific locations as international tourism destinations, said Minister for Tourism S. Rajesh Kumar in Coimbatore on Thursday. Inaugurating the SKAL India's…

thehindubusinessline.com - MakeMyTrip partners with Ministry of Tourism to promote guided tours across India
MakeMyTrip partners with Ministry of Tourism to promote guided tours across India
BusinessLine

Travel booking platform MakeMyTrip on Friday said it has partnered with the Ministry of Tourism to offer over 350 guided tours across more than 60 cities for travellers. The tours can be booked via the platform starting from Independence Day, with…

koreaherald.com - Cha Min-jung - K-pop draws tourists, but Korea's dark tourism struggles to take off
K-pop draws tourists, but Korea's dark tourism struggles to take off
The Korea Herald

South Korea is seeing a surge in foreign tourism driven by the global popularity of K-pop and Korean culture, but tourism focused on its modern history remains underdeveloped. The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism said on Friday that there…

bbc.co.uk - Alex Blake - Is Isle of Man's £173,000 influencer spending value for money?
Is Isle of Man's £173,000 influencer spending value for money?
BBC

The revelation that £173,000 has been spent by the Isle of Man Government on bringing influencers to the island has sparked debate over whether it provides value for money. The amount spent by Visit Isle of Man using social media stars to…

southernillinoisnow.com - Austin Williams - Salem Tourism hands out grants to help two local events
Salem Tourism hands out grants to help two local events
WJBD

The Salem Tourism Commission has handed out grants to assist the Little Egypt Festival and the Salem Chamber of Commerce Applefest. The Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce will receive $10,000 for marketing of Applefest. Half the amount will go to…

click2houston.com - SWEEPSTAKES: Enter to win a getaway for two from The Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau
SWEEPSTAKES: Enter to win a getaway for two from The Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau
KPRC

Relax in the charming Texas Hill Country town of Fredericksburg ! With more than 100 wineries and tasting rooms in the area, outstanding restaurants, more than 150 shops and boutiques along Main Street, a great golf course, amazing history, and a…

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