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Spanish hotel chain Meliá to shutter hotels in Cuba in latest blow to island's tourism sector
HAVANA (AP) — Spanish hotel chain Meliá has joined a growing list of companies with a long-standing presence in Cuba that are withdrawing or limiting their operations on the island after the U.S. announced new sanctions while…
HK-Almaty flights to boost tourism and business, HKTDC chairman says
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) chairman Frederick Ma Si-hang believes direct flights to Almaty, Kazakhstan, will attract more Hong Kong travelers and bring business opportunities to the country. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The new…
A case for Uganda's religious tourism
Uganda has a bold goal: to grow its economy to $500 billion by 2040 from $50 billion in 2023 — a tenfold increase in less than two decades. This vision, outlined in the 10-Fold Growth Strategy and Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV)…
Govt. enters into agreement with South Africa in education, medical tourism and investments
The State government has entered into an agreement of collaboration with South Africa. Cooperation between the two sides spans different fields, including education, medical tourism and investments, with both sides agreeing to strengthening…
World Cup: Economic impact equation includes displaced regular tourism
(The Center Square) – Putting a dollar figure on the economic impact of the FIFA World Cup games scheduled for Atlanta is not an exact science, economists say. Eight World Cup games will be played in Georgia's capital city, beginning with a…
The Moscow City Tourism Committee unveils new creative strategy for the Chinese market and strengthens cooperation with China
Evgeny Kozlov, Chairman of the Moscow City Tourism Committee The Moscow City Tourism Committee hosted an official dinner in Beijing, bringing together more than 100 representatives of China's travel industry, city authorities, and business…
Puducherry rolls out new guidelines for homestays, bed and breakfast establishments to boost tourism
The Puducherry government has notified new guidelines for the approval and registration of bed and breakfast and homestay establishments, introducing a streamlined, self-certification model aimed at giving visitors an authentic local experience…
Travel advice shift offers Cyprus tourism a lifeline
Cyprus' tourism sector is showing signs of stabilisation after the U S and the United Kingdom revised their travel advisories for the island, in a move seen as helping restore confidence in the country's image as a safe destination. Deputy Tourism…
Sports tourism can expand sustainability
Cyprus and European Union officials highlighted on Wednesday the potential for sports tourism to expand travel, promote wellness and expand sustainability. The future of sports tourism and broader policy areas was the subject of a two-day…
Eased warnings could limit tourism blow, says Papacharalambous
Cyprus' return to the normal level of travel guidance by the US and Britain is a positive development that could help limit the losses recorded so far this tourist season, Association of Cyprus Travel and Tourism Agents (Actta) president Charis…
Cyprus Business Now: shipping, tourism, retail, GDP, energy
The company, which has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 2008, began trading in Athens under the symbol SB, with an initial trading price of €5.70. The opening ceremony was attended by Deputy Shipping Minister Marina…
Universal unveils UK theme park name and logo as £7.3bn investment announced
Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and theatre ticket deals I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. The name and logo of the UK's Universal…
Intrepid Travel to restart Jordan tours after Foreign Office relaxes advice
Jun 3, 202614:55 GMT by Samantha Mayling An Intrepid Travel tour in Petra, Jordan Intrepid Travel plans to restart trips to Jordan later this month following news that the UK Foreign Office has relaxed its travel advice for the destination. In an…
It Looks Like Heaven, but It Could Become a Critical Battleground in the US-China Rivalry
KOROR, Palau — With emerald-green islands rising from crystal-clear waters and coral reefs teeming with marine life, Palau is often described as one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Yet beneath the postcard-perfect scenery, this tiny…
MP fears tourist tax would not work on North Yorkshire coast
Anttoni James Numminen Local Democracy Reporting Service A North Yorkshire MP has said she 'remains to be convinced' on how a tourism levy would work on the coast. Alison Hume, who represents Scarborough and Whitby, argued a tourism charge could be…
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