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Elevating the paradigm to boost HK's economy: from tourism volume to sustainable value
The latest tourism figures released by the Hong Kong Tourism Board signal a robust and encouraging recovery trajectory for the city's travel sector. In September alone, Hong Kong welcomed approximately 4.03 million visitors, marking a remarkable 22…
Bill Aimed at Promoting Music Tourism in U.S. Signed Into Law by President Trump
The American Music Tourism Act, a federal bill designed to support music tourism across the U.S., was signed into law by President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Oct. 14). The legislation, which drew broad bipartisan support in Congress, was introduced…
Tourism Ireland's Advice for AI Search: Choose What You Want to Be Famous For
With AI changing the face of online discovery, many tourist boards and destinations are grappling with how to finesse the message. For Tourism Ireland, this has prompted it to measure how often it is shaping the answers that AI provides. Tourism…
Pan Pacific CEO upbeat on Southeast Asian tourism as regional travel demand rebounds
SINGAPORE: Pan Pacific Hotels Group is optimistic about tourism demand in Southeast Asia despite geopolitical tensions and rising travel costs, as more affluent travellers opt for shorter trips within the region while spending on premium…
Singapore Q2 tourism receipts down 6.2% at $7.21 billion amid global uncertainty
SINGAPORE – The Republic collected $7.21 billion in tourism receipts in the second quarter of 2026, marking a 6.2% decline year on year, Singapore Tourism Board (STB) figures released on Oct 15 showed. This mirrored a 6.6% slide in visitor…
Bring resorts to boost tourism
As the country seeks to boost tourism and increase arrivals, a good idea will be to attract international resorts. The tourism product is there, but it needs to be refined. If you bring in some big brands on both islands, this would go a long way…
Tourism Australia executive admits stealing from taxpayers
A former government executive has admitted defrauding taxpayers of almost $50,000 through business-class trips to China and falsifying official documents to help secure an Australian visa for her cousin. Former Tourism Australia chief financial…
In Sri Lanka, human-elephant conflict takes deadly toll
Clad in his khaki wildlife officer's uniform, Dewagiri Mudiyanselage Thilakaratne Bandara rides his motorbike the short distance from his home to the electric fence that is the main line of defense against the dozens of wild elephants that live in…
Swiss Hotel Industry Sees Significant Increase in Overnight Stays in September
For the Swiss hotel industry, September was the second month of rising overnight stays since the outbreak of the Iran War in late February. (File photo) The Swiss hotel industry recorded a significant increase in guest overnight stays in September.
EU Weighs Schengen Visa Restrictions for Russians Amid Sabotage Fears
EU officials are weighing tighter visa restrictions for Russians amid growing fears of hybrid attacks and sabotage across the bloc. European Parliament President Roberta Metsola on Thursday called on Brussels to press ahead with targeted…
Odisha CM Majhi inaugurates 46 industrial projects
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 46 industrial projects worth ₹39,383 crore in Kalinganagar in Jajpur district. The government stated that the initiative aims to generate 42,512 jobs across…
Visitor arrivals surge 22p in September to over 4m
Hong Kong welcomed approximately 4.03 million visitors in September, representing a 22 percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB). SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Of the total visitors…
Move over Muskoka. Word is getting out about Canada's new playground for the rich
Nova Scotia is undergoing an evolution as Americans and Europeans, as well as Canadians with deep pockets, discover Canada's new playground for the rich. People flocked to Nova Scotia during the pandemic when they realized they could have more…
A timeline of New York City trying to ban horse carriages in Central Park
The iconic but controversial horse-drawn carriages in New York City might finally halt as Mayor Zohran Mamdani and New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin reached a deal Tuesday to outlaw them. If enacted, the proposed bill would ban rides for…
Alba's white truffle fair showcases the riches of the Langhe
With the arrival of autumn, Alba once again becomes a world capital of food and wine. Until 6 December, the Piedmont town is hosting the 96th edition of the Alba International White Truffle Fair, with more than 600,000 visitors expected. Over…
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