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Controversial change for tourism industry moves big step closer
A law which means people who provide tourism accommodation will have to sign up to a register has passed the Senedd. The Development of Tourism and Regulation of Visitor Accommodation (Wales) Bill was passed on Tuesday evening. The Welsh Government…
A boost for festive tourism
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is expecting an uptick in visitor arrivals during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive period, driven by stronger cross-border travel and growing interest in the country's Muslim-friendly tourism offerings. Islamic Tourism…
Hong Kong Jockey Club signs '2 cities, 3 racecourses' deal with Guangzhou tourism
The Hong Kong Jockey Club formalised a partnership with the Guangzhou government on Tuesday to develop horse-themed tourism in the Greater Bay Area, covering policy support, publicity, tourism products and industry development. A memorandum of…
Japan Tourism Rebounds as China Slump Made Up by Other Regions
Japan's inbound tourism numbers returned to growth in February, as an increase from other regions made up for a continued slump in Chinese tourists. Total inbound arrivals rose 6.4% last month after a contraction in January, Japan National Tourism…
Tiong: Extra Raya holiday a boost for tourism, local businesses
KUALA LUMPUR: The additional Hari Raya holiday announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim could help stimulate local businesses by encouraging travel and spending, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (pic). “In tourism, an extra…
Sri Lanka moves to limit impact on tourism from fuel restrictions
Mar 18, 202606:44 GMT by Phil Davies Sri Lanka is making “special arrangements” for tour operators and hotels as limits on buying fuel are imposed due to the Middle East conflict. The country has also imposed a four-day working week…
Tourism In Madagascar Help To Conserve Some Forests But Others Suffer
Toronto: (The Conversation) Madagascar is one of the world's biodiversity hotspots. The island country is well known for its diverse and endangered range of wildlife. This includes over 100 species of lemurs and six species of majestic baobab trees…
The impact of the Iran war on Dubai tourism amid travel uncertainty
DUBAI: Dubai's tourism machine, which just months ago was breaking records, is now rotating at a slower pace; with limited flights to and from the country as airspace remains volatile across the region. Hotels and restaurants are notably quieter…
NACCA and Government of Canada Expand Support for Indigenous Tourism
MILLBROOK FIRST NATION, MI'KMA'KI, NS, March 17, 2026 /CNW/ - The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is partnering with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to launch the second round of the Signature…
Our View: State has no duty to bail out tourism sector
It did not take very long for the calls for state support for tourist businesses to start. The Hoteliers' Association (Pasyxe) started complaining about a fall in bookings within a week of the start of the war on Iran, and on Monday a political…
With UAE Tourism In Crisis, Here's Where Travelers Are Going Instead
As the Iran war continues, travelers booking ahead for Easter holidays and beyond are pivoting away from the Middle East, boosting bookings to Europe, Asia, and South America. Travel intelligence firm Mabrian's analysis of booking patterns and…
How the West Asia conflict is affecting medical tourism in India
For the past couple of decades India has prided itself on its medical tourism: providing state-of-the-art healthcare at affordable prices for patients from all over the world. The recent conflict in West Asia, triggered by the United States and…
Seoul rolls out tourism campaign to welcome BTS fans at Gwanghwamun
SEOUL - With BTS' highly anticipated comeback performance scheduled to take place at Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, nearby areas in central Seoul are gearing up to welcome fans visiting the city. The Korea Tourism Agency said on March 17 that it…
Cyprus 'completely safe' for tourism, Christodoulides insists
Cyprus is a “completely safe” destination for tourists, President Nikos Christodoulides insisted on Tuesday, amid rising fears for the immediate future of the island's tourism industry after its British Akrotiri air force base was hit…
Yacht registrations increase as 'blue tourism' takes off
By Shelley Shan / Staff reporter The nation has recorded a double-digit growth in the number of registered yachts, dedicated yacht berths and yacht operating licenses issued in the past five years, the Maritime and Port Bureau said yesterday. The…
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