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State govt. to release separate tourism policy for coastal Karnataka, says D.K. Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated on January 10 that the State government will unveil a separate tourism policy for coastal Karnataka after consulting with stakeholders. Addressing a gathering after inaugurating the Coastal Karnataka…
Hawaii's Tourism Tax to Fight Climate Change Has Taken Effect
Your next visit to the Aloha State may be a tiny bit pricier. Hawaii just raised the price of its tourism tax from 10.25 percent to 11 percent on January 1, with each county able to tack on an additional 3 percent levy on top of the overarching…
Karnataka Deputy CM promises a separate tourism policy for coastal Karnataka
The Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, has said that a separate tourism policy for coastal Karnataka will be formulated after getting inputs from the stakeholders concerned in the region. Addressing the Coastal Karnataka Tourism…
Incredible new £14bn airport in world's 'best' city to open in 2026
Long Thanh International Airport will one day handle 100 million passengers Vietnam is increasingly attracting holidaymakers from all around the world, eager to experience its unique charms. Last year saw a huge surge in visitor numbers, with 21.2…
Halal-certified Korean products remain scarce despite wide-open markets
CHEONGJU, North Chungcheong Province — Korean halal products are so few in number worldwide that the halal certifying agency chief here often feels frustrated. For Muslim visitors to Korea, the variety and availability of halal-labeled…
Fury on beautiful UK island as tourists outnumber locals 20 to 1 - 'it p****s us off'
With tourists outnumbering locals by 20 to one, the archipelago is proposing a tourist entry fee Boasting a rich Neolithic history, Viking heritage, stunning landscapes and a unique culture, the Orkney archipelago, located off the northeastern…
1st LD-Writethru: 2 skiers killed in avalanche in southeast France: media
World PARIS, Jan. 10 (Xinhua) -- Two French skiers were killed on Saturday after being caught in an avalanche while skiing off-piste in Val-d'Isere in France's Savoie department, local media reported. The two victims were buried under 2.5 meters of…
The little market town with UK's 'best high street' loaded with 150 independent shops
Skipton boasts about 150 independent shops As high streets across the UK continue to struggle with many closures and declining footfall, it appears one beautiful market town is bucking the national trend. The North Yorkshire market town, often…
There's nothing wrong with bringing in foreign artistes for our shows - Socrate Safo
Renowned filmmaker and entertainment pundit Socrate Safo has shared his thoughts on the debate over the constant featuring of foreign artistes (mainly Nigerians) as headliners in shows organised in Ghana. According to him, such strategies are…
TTW Reveals the 50 Best Airports in the World for 2026
'The 50 Best Airports for 2026 represents a pivotal shift where technology is no longer a luxury, but the very pulse of global aviation, meeting the high-performance demands of digital nomads through Gen Z technology. As global passengers carry…
Benin showcases culture with Vodun Days
For some years now, the Beninese government has been promoting the ancestral religion as the spearhead of an ambitious tourism policy. The old Vodun festival, celebrated on January 10, has given way to Vodun Days, a three-day festival of dancing…
Beautiful little village 'bans' tourists as it's invaded by James Bond and Star Wars fans
A popular European tourist attraction announced the drastic decision to slash visitor numbers A picturesque lakeside European attraction, which came crashing onto the tourist radar in the early 2000s, has now become a victim of its own success. The…
Exclusive-CIA highlighted Cuba's grim economy but gave mixed view on government falling
MIAMI/WASHINGTON, Jan 10 (Reuters) - U.S. intelligence has painted a grim picture of Cuba's economic and political situation, but its assessments offer no clear support for President Donald Trump's prediction that last weekend's military…
Union Minister Suresh Gopi attends GVL Maha Sankranti celebrations in Vizag
Union Minister of State for Tourism and actor Suresh Gopi attended the second day of ‘GVL Maha Sankranti celebrations' at the Andhra University Engineering College Grounds, as the chief guest, on Saturday. During the programme, Mr. Suresh…
Pulicat Lake, Wetland Conservation Take Centre Stage At Flamingo Festival 2026
Tirupati district collector Dr. S. Venkateshwar said the festival, being held from January 10 to January 12, will raise conservation of Pulicat Lake, bird habitats and wetlands from the local to the national and international platforms. Speaking on…
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