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Sri Lanka withdraws support from LGBT tourism advocacy project
Sri Lankan authorities have withdrawn their support from an LGBT+ tourism initiative in the country. The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) initially endorsed a proposal by Equal Ground, an LGBT+ advocacy group, to market the Indian…
The island dubbed 'Hawaii of Europe' starts tourism crack down
READ MORE: Madeira crowned the world's top trending destination for 2026 – and flights from the UK start from just £43 Located 600 miles from mainland Portugal, Madeira is famous for its distinctive landscapes, which includes dramatic…
Outside In | Will tourism slump force Trump to rethink his unilateral approach?
As Hong Kong braces itself for the Lunar New Year tourist surge, and perhaps long-awaited evidence of a return to the tourism heydays of 2017 and 2018, spare a thought for the US and mounting evidence of a “Trump slump” in US tourism…
Tourism accounted for 4.5 per cent of economy in 2024
048347f5-7177-4305-be8f-eba9235808ac The tourism industry added $410 million to the island's economy in 2024, according to recently released figures. The 2024 Tourism Satellite Account report, produced by the Department of Statistics, stated that…
Trump is making foreign tourism great again. How much will he hurt the World Cup?
With an upcoming FIFA World Cup being staged across the nation, 2026 was supposed to be a bumper year for tourism to the United States, driven in part by hordes of arriving soccer fans. And yet, the U.S. tourism industry is worried. While the rest…
How a K-Pop Star Turned This Rocky Ledge Into a Tourism Magnet
You probably experienced it. A cool new little eatery opens up in your neck of the woods. It's yours and yours alone, until some Instagram influencer comes along and puts it on blast. Suddenly, the place that was your delicious little sanctuary is…
Fire in Crans-Montana has had little effect on Swiss tourism
“The event has received a lot of international attention,” says a spokesperson for Valais Promotion in response to an enquiry from the news agency AWP. However, there were no noticeable changes in bookings for Valais as a whole. In…
Tour operators are brand ambassadors of Andhra Pradesh tourism, says Minister
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh has said that the New Tourism Policy 2024 to 2029 accords top priority to investors, with tourism being granted industry status, extension of subsidies, reimbursement of SGST and…
Property taxes, transportation, sports tourism take center stage as Seminole County plans ahead for 2026
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Property taxes continue to be a discussion across Florida, as talks in Tallahassee focus on possible reforms. Friday, the role property taxes play in local government was also a hot topic at Seminole County's annual…
Various hydel tourism projects launched in Idukki
Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty has announced the implementation of several projects aimed at revitalising the hydel tourism sector. Speaking at the virtual inauguration of the initiatives under the Kerala Hydel Tourism Centre (KHTC) on…
Tourism Seychelles Reassures Visitors That Seychelles Remains a Safe Holiday Destination
Tourism Seychelles wishes to reassure all visitors and travel partners that Seychelles remains a safe, welcoming, and secure holiday destination. Following recent communication from the Public Health Authority regarding the seasonal presence of…
National Masqueraders and Fancy Dress Federation: Turning Ghana's Carnival Culture into a Global Business and Tourism Brand - The Ghanaian Chronicle
Ghana's masquerade and fancy dress traditions remain among the nation's most powerful cultural expressions, combining colour, discipline, music, and symbolism. For generations, masquerade festivals in Winneba, Agona Swedru, Sekondi, Takoradi…
UAE Solidifies Global Leadership in Aviation, Tourism In 2025
The United Arab Emirates aviation sector reached record milestones in 2025, solidifying its position as a primary global logistics hub amid unprecedented growth in passenger traffic and expanded international connectivity. Dubai International (DXB)…
Growth Moves East, Live Tourism, Luxury: What Drove the Skift Travel Health Index
Global travel grew by 2% in 2025, with the East becoming the primary growth engine while North America and Europe slowed. Travelers are increasingly prioritizing experiences, such as concerts and sports events, over traditional…
Board of Indian Railway Catering&Tourism Corp. recommends Second Interim dividend
Last Updated: Feb 13 2026 | 10:06 AM IST Indian Railway Catering&Tourism Corp. announced that the Board of Directors of the Company at its meeting held on 12 February 2026, inter alia, have recommended the Second Interim dividend of Rs 3.5 per…
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