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Dental Tourism Is Booming Amid Trump Admin Medicaid Cuts
Isabel Flores used to have nightmares about her teeth falling out when she was young. To this day, the 56-year-old Arizonian does her best to take care of her teeth to prevent that from happening. But her teeth are very sensitive, and her past…
HK welcomes 4.46m visitors in May as Tourism Board unveils summer promotions
Hong Kong welcomed approximately 4.46 million visitors in May, marking a steady 9 percent year-on-year increase as the city prepares to launch a new wave of summer promotional campaigns, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board. SCROLL TO CONTINUE…
A mega bet: Vivian Kong eyes horse racing and mega events to fill tourism gaps
To stimulate off-season travel in Hong Kong, Olympic gold medalist-turned-lawmaker Vivian Kong Man-wai has proposed launching 'Mega Event Week' and 'Mega Event Month' initiatives, alongside tailored horse racing tour packages designed specifically…
Luxury hanok reshapes high-end tourism deep in mountains of Gangwon Province
For global jet setters, Korea's cultural footprint is typically defined by Seoul's neon-lit corridors and K-pop spectacle. But a quiet enclave tucked deep into the rugged mountains of Gangwon Province is making a bid to redefine the country's…
How the Shanghai Film Festival Is Tapping Into China's Movie Tourism Boom
Much has been made of the Chinese film industry's struggles to recapture the heady days of its pre-pandemic box office records, but it appears a government-led push for film tourism has started to help the wider domestic economy recoup some of what…
Destination: Baralikadu. An eco-tourism getaway from the chaos of the city
As I leave behind Coimbatore and its partly sunny skies, I am eager for the day ahead at Baralikadu, an eco-tourism getaway, located at 70 kilometres from the city. After a two-hour scenic drive, the reserve forest opens up a stunning view of river…
Kenya Boosts Africa's Tourism Growth, Emerging as a Leading Sustainable Tourism Powerhouse
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today reveals that Africa is entering a new era of tourism growth, with Travel & Tourism (T&T) outperforming the wider economy and positioning the continent among one of the world's fastest-growing regions…
'Poorly designed' policies threatening London's grip on global tourism
London's competitiveness as a leading culture and tourism destination is being undermined by “poorly designed” policies, the West End's leading business advocate has warned. Dee Corsi, chief executive of the New West End Company…
Interactive map lets you find the best attractions and pubs near you
A new interactive map will let you search for some of England's best pubs and days out near you - as well as those in different parts of the country and the best hotels in the regions if you're planning a staycation. The VisitEngland Awards for…
4 Reasons Why This Iconic Florida City Is Breaking All Time Tourism Records
A world-class beach destination and the closest cultural crossroads between the U.S. and Latin America, Miami is not only surpassing but shattering tourism record s. Last year, Greater Miami and Miami Beach hosted over 28.3 million visitors, and…
Sports tourism rising, tour operator says
By Shelley Shan / Staff reporter More Taiwanese and people from the Asia-Pacific region are timing their overseas travel to coincide with high-profile sporting events, including FIFA tournaments, data recently released by a Taipei-based online…
Students uncover HK's hidden tourist gems in contest
Stepping into its fourth year, the Hong Kong Tourism Industry Student Summit saw a record-breaking 2,000 students from 65 secondary schools transform the city's hidden corners into tourist gold, proving that tourism can be found everywhere. SCROLL…
Mayor's £7m plan to tackle social media lies about London
The mayor of London is to spend £7m on a campaign to showcase London to the world and tackle online disinformation. Sir Sadiq Khan said the city had been subjected to a 'relentless and unprecedented attack of lies and hatred' on social media.
Sadiq Khan announces £7 million global campaign to tackle online London 'lies
Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Sir Sadiq Khan has announced a…
Sadiq Khan launches £7m campaign to battle 'global scourge' of disinformation
Sir Sadiq Khan has announced a £7 million campaign to showcase London to the world and tackle online “ disinformation ” that he says is harming the capital's reputation. The Mayor of London said the city had been subjected to a…
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