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Tourism worth record £433m to Isle of Man economy
The Isle of Man's tourism industry has reached a record value of £433.4 million, an increase of £256 million since 2016. The latest figures from the annual Visitor Economy Report show 352,301 people visited the Island in 2025, up 6.9%…
Korea courts global investors to build next generation of tourism unicorns
Korea is betting big on tourism innovation, turning to international venture capital to transform its domestic startups into global market leaders. At the 2026 Tourism Global Business Day, hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs executive order over 'birth tourism', targets hospitals and providers
The governor of Texas is targeting hospitals and providers to put a stop to so-called ' birth tourism ' schemes. This comes after Gov.Greg Abbott instructed the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to investigate so-called 'birth…
Texas Gov Abbott signs executive order cracking down on 'birth tourism,' says US citizenship not for sale
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday took steps to crack down on the birth tourism industry in the state in an effort to curb the flow of pregnant women coming into the United States with the intention of giving birth so their child can automatically…
Busan launches expanded evening cultural festival to boost nighttime tourism
Long celebrated for its sprawling sandy beaches, fresh seafood markets and bustling international port, Korea's second-largest city is making a concerted bid to capture the imagination of travelers long after the sun goes down. City officials…
Tourism leaders from across the globe gather in Bend
Therese Sjölundh traveled 24 hours from Åre, Sweden to Bend by plane, train and automobile. She was one among many leaders of tourism marketing agencies from across the world that came to Central Oregon July 16-19 on the invitation of…
Abbott says Texas is cracking down on what he calls 'birth tourism' schemes
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is ordering state agencies to investigate so-called 'birth tourism' schemes, saying people are traveling to Texas illegally to give birth in an effort to secure U.S. citizenship for their children. 'Individuals are traveling…
Tourism Department hotels to be upgraded, Nandi Hills ropeway to be expedited
The Government of Karnataka has decided to upgrade Mayura Hotels and other hospitality properties under the Department of Tourism by leveraging the expertise and best practices of the private hospitality sector, as part of its vision to elevate…
Texas Gov. Abbott Orders Enforcement Actions Against Hospitals Advertising Birth Tourism Schemes
Hospitals promoting birth tourism schemes must be held accountable by state agencies, Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott mandated Tuesday via executive order. The executive order directs agencies to investigate and eliminate unlawful birth…
Costa del Sol Tourism Hub selects ten startups to accelerate tourism projects | Sur in English
Costa del Sol Tourism Hub has selected the ten new startups that will participate in its programme, which offers specialised mentoring, networking and access to potential investors. The awards focus on innovation as a driving force for tourism…
Beauty tourism booming as Brits book beauty treatment holidays abroad for less
Two thirds of holidaymakers are 'pamper tourists', indulging in beauty treatments abroad where it's cheaper and they have more leisure time than back home in the UK. A survey of 2,000 travellers revealed that a manicure or pedicure tops the list of…
Abbott orders Texas agencies to crack down on 'birth tourism' schemes
AUSTIN – Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order Tuesday directing state agencies to investigate and crack down on unlawful “birth tourism” schemes in Texas and to take enforcement action against licensed health care…
Antarctic Tourism Is a Climate Farce. Its Environmental Cost Is Getting Harder to Ignore
“You'd see massive glacier calvings, and you'd just want to cry. But all the guests would be cheering. And you'd be like … ‘can you not put two and two together?'” Those are the words of a former Antarctic tour guide we…
Abbott directs healthcare, regulatory agencies to target birth tourism in Texas
(The Center Square) – Gov. Greg Abbott is continuing to take action against birth tourism in Texas. On Tuesday, he took his third action in three weeks, issuing an executive order directing five state agencies to take action. The order…
Spanish hotel chain Meliá is leaving Cuba because of legal and financial hurdles from US sanctions
The Spanish hotel chain Meliá said Tuesday it will completely shutter its operations in Cuba, dealing a blow to the tourism industry on the Caribbean island grappling with strict sanctions and an energy blockade imposed by the United States.
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