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'Room for tourism boost'
Barbadian tourism expert Alvin Jemmott believes the sector is “in a relatively good position” but has significant room for improvement. The former chairman of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. warned that there could come a time…
10 States With Most Jobs in Tech, Healthcare, and Tourism
The states with most jobs don't just have booming economies. They also offer diverse industries, high job openings, and strong employment numbers backed by labor statistics. From rapid economic growth to large-scale hiring in key sectors like…
NTR District Pushes Tourism Hub Vision With 18.5% Growth Target
Vijayawada: NTR district is rolling out a series of innovative measures to position itself as a leading tourism hub, while targeting an 18.5% annual economic growth rate through real-time monitoring of 563 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across…
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Dr. Srivatsa Krishna Appointed Secretary, Ministry of Tourism
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the appointment of Dr Srivatsa Krishna as Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, replacing V Vidyavathi, who moves to the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. Dr Krishna, a…
Council to consult residents on Cardiff tourism tax
People in Cardiff are now set to be consulted on a potential tourism tax for visitors staying overnight in the capital. The proposed visitor levy would apply to paid overnight stays of 31 nights or less in accommodation such as hotels, hostels…
Santa Cruz County supervisors roundup: Cannabis tax, vector control assessment and tourism update
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... SANTA CRUZ — Divides over local cannabis policy were on display at a recent Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors meeting, as the lawmakers continued efforts to establish rules for on-site…
The View | Takaichi's nationalism and fiscal stimulus test Japan's property market
When Sanae Takaichi won the race for the leadership of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party last month, investors and analysts knew what was in store for Asia's second-largest economy and its relations with its regional neighbours, especially…
Worries over Netflix's Sex Education tourism promotion in Wales
A Conservative councillor has challenged his council's strategy to enhance tourism by promoting connections with popular Netflix series Sex Education, which he branded as '18-rated'. Characterised as a 'teen sex comedy drama', the show aired on…
China's cruise industry makes waves as new deal creates Asia's largest fleet
China has announced plans to consolidate the cruise operations of four central state-owned enterprises into a single entity that will reportedly operate the largest fleet in Asia, as part of a broader efficiency drive. China Tourism Group –…
Sabah polls: Pakatan brings in big guns to campaign in Sri Tanjong
KOTA KINABALU: As pressure mounts on DAP in Tawau, Pakatan Harapan brought in senior figures to campaign for Philip Yap in Sri Tanjong. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing and DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang spoke at a…
Holiday park near Ben Nevis wins top tourism award for third year running
Ben Nevis Holiday Park, near Fort William, was crowned the Best Large Relax and Explore destination in Scotland by the UK holiday giant Hoseasons's annual award ceremony. The annual awards, which celebrated its 19th year running, highlight holiday…
Seaside village with incredible attraction is perfect for foodies
Drawing in visitors from across the Northeast, this charming seaside village boasts stunning natural beauty, positioned just a stone's throw from the Scottish border. Families and international tourists alike flock to the picturesque seaside…
The travel trends set to dominate in 2026
READ MORE: Experts predict travel trends for 2026 - including hotel hopping, 'salvaged stays' and farm charm As December approaches and those long, summer days fade into a distant memory, many of us are dreaming of our next trip. And according to…
Expansive Offshore Oil Leasing Plan Slammed By Predictable States
WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 12: U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum walks to a television interview on the North Lawn of the White House on August 12, 2025 in Washington, DC. Burgum attended yesterday's news conference where U.S. President Donald Trump…
Takeoff of China's flying taxis hits turbulence
HONG KONG -- An unmanned, oval-shaped craft from flying taxi maker EHang hovers, whirring noisily like a mini-helicopter over a riverside innovation zone on the outskirts of the southern Chinese business hub of Guangzhou, part of a trial of a…
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