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Rise of ocult tourism: 3 must-visit horror-themed spots in Seoul
In a season where the cinematic landscape can feel stagnant, the horror genre has emerged not just as a source of entertainment, but as cultural phenomenon. The film 'Salmokji: Whispering Water' has recently shattered the 3-million-viewer mark and…
House Panel to Probe Illegal Visa Use by 'Birth Tourism' Businesses
The House Oversight Committee launched a visa fraud probe into several companies that specialize in “birth tourism,” where they bring pregnant women — mostly from Russia and China — to the U.S. to get automatic…
Israel's tourism sector eyes recovery as Haifa Port opens new cruise terminal
Haifa Port inaugurated a new cruise terminal this month as Israel's maritime tourism sector prepared for a gradual return to activity following years of security disruption, the port announced. The new terminal, built at an investment of more than…
Exclusive | House Oversight Committee launches probe of four 'birth tourism' companies in US
WASHINGTON — The House Oversight Committee is launching a probe into four companies profiting from apparent “birth tourism” to the US, in which expectant mothers — many from China and Russia — may be committing…
Global Travel Market selects Andhra Pradesh as 'Best Tourism Promotion State'
The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Department has been selected as the ‘Best Tourism Promotion State' by the Global Travel Market (GTM 2026), one of South India's largest travel and trade expos. As part of this recognition, Tourism, Culture and…
Tourism minister to deliver keynote speech at Abta Travel Matters
May 14, 202610:01 GMT by Samantha Mayling Tourism minister Stephanie Peacock MP Tourism minister Stephanie Peacock MP will deliver the keynote speech from government at Abta's annual Travel Matters conference on June 9. Also speaking at the event…
U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks Resigns Amid Explosive Sex Tourism Allegations
U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks stepped down Thursday, ending a 37-year federal career under a cloud of misconduct allegations that colleagues say undermined the agency's core mission. Banks announced his departure in a Fox News interview…
Women-only beach opens in popular tourism destination loved by Brits - £100m project
The 24/7 female-only beach opened to members of the public earlier this month A popular holiday destination for British tourists has opened the world's first 24/7 women-only beach, including a fenced-off perimeter and lighting for night swimming.
UFC's Dana White urges Trump to reverse gambling tax law. His letter moved the prediction market
Dana White in a letter to President Donald Trump urged him to reverse a cap on gambling loss deductions approved as part of his signature tax law. Odds that the cap is reversed this year jumped on prediction markets platform Kalshi. Julia Demaree…
Thai economic growth likely slowed in first quarter on tourism slump
BENGALURU, May 14: Thailand's economic growth likely slowed in the first quarter of 2026 and was barely positive on a quarterly basis, according to a Reuters poll of economists, as weak local demand and a tourism slowdown linked to the Iran war…
From vine to vacation: Wine powers Okanagan tourism
FILE: Within B.C., the Okanagan Valley accounts for over 86 per cent of the province's vineyard acreage, the report states. Canada's wine industry has evolved into a major economic engine that supports tourism, hospitality, transportation…
Pennsylvania has been ranked 4th in the nation for sports tourism
Pennsylvania named a top destination for sports tourism WHEN WE FOUND OUT THAT PEOPLE WANTED US BACK, WE WE PUSHED THROUGH IT, REBUILDING FROM THE RUBBLE. WE'LL GIVE YOU A LOOK AT THE NEW NATIONAL FORMERLY KNOWN AS THREE HOURS COFFEE COMPANY, A NEW…
Tourism tax is English economic self-harm,' says Cornwall hotel owner
READ MORE: How tourism tax 'could cost UK businesses more than £100,000 a year', according to Business Travel Association bos The Overnight Visitor Levy Bill was announced in the King's Speech yesterday, despite hotel owners and others in the…
Nova Scotia-Maine CAT ferry sees strong start to season thanks to American tourists - Halifax
The CAT ferry that connects Nova Scotia to Maine is launching its 2026 season, and its operator is already reporting nearly 18,000 pre-season bookings — surpassing its reservation record set in 2024. In comparison, pre-season reservations in…
Greece says new biometric checks are active for non-EU travelers, but some could pass without scans
Greece says a new biometric screening system at airports for non- European Union citizens is fully operational, rejecting reports of a formal summer exemption for British travelers. But busy airports will be allowed to shut off scanners when needed…
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