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Yarada to be developed as IT, tourism hub: Palla Srinivasa Rao
Telugu Desam Party (TDP) State president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao has said the focus will be on developing Gajuwaka as a key centre for the IT, industrial and tourism sectors. Mr. Srinivasa Rao, along with District Collector M.
Telangana targets higher revenue through resource mobilisation, tourism push
Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Saturday directed officials to prepare a comprehensive action plan to enhance government revenue by effectively utilising the state's available resources, with a special focus on…
What every part of North Wales is doing with tourism tax on overnight stays
The last Welsh Government passed legislation for a Visitor Levy in Wales. Under the 'tourism tax' people would have to pay £1.30 per person to stay overnight in hotels, cottages and caravans in Wales. There was a reduced 75p charge for…
This Uncrowded Italian City With 1st-Century Ruins, Caribbean-Style Beaches, And $16 Dinners Is Breaking Tourism Records
Enough with the endless hours of queuing to get into any ancient landmark you can possibly name in Rome; the jam-packed canals of Venice you'd be lucky to see if you can get past the indistinguishable mass of selfie-takers; and the mid-at-best, $40…
'We are in a kind of war': row over viral Amsterdam chip shop lands in court
People living in one of Amsterdam's most exclusive neighbourhoods have taken the city to court for licensing a chip shop that has gone viral on TikTok. On busy days, the queue for Fabel Friet on Runstraat stretches across a bridge on the…
I've lived on Falklands Islands my whole life - there's one huge misconception
The Falkland Islands are the most controversial foreign territory to fly beneath the British flag, but for locals, their true spirit can't be contested. The picture that many Brits have of the Falklands is that of grim footage from the conflict…
Trump posts GOP senator's cell phone number over daylight savings act stall
President Trump posted Sen. Tom Cotton's (R-Ark.) cell phone number on Truth Social Saturday, lashing out at Senate Republicans to move forward with legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent. “Tom Cotton, a friend of mine…
Blenheim Palace to launch AI-powered tour guide app
The new version of Archie, the estate's interactive tour guide, will be launched in spring 2027. It will use AI-generated and organised content, and a large database of digitised historical information, to enhance personalisation for visitors.
Azerbaijan International Investment Forum: Where capital meets opportu
Geopolitical uncertainty and disrupted supply chains are changing how businesses assess investment opportunities. At the Azerbaijan International Investment Forum, representatives from more than 70 countries discussed trade, infrastructure and…
Exclusive | Streetwear giant Supreme - beloved by Bieber, Madonna, other A-listers - to start selling NYC, NYPD merch in new deal with city
Trendy streetwear label Supreme has cut a deal with New York City to sell shirts and other merchandise emblazoned with city-owned trademarks. The agreement allows the clothing brand — loved by Justin Bieber, Madonna and other top celebs…
How wine programs help HK hotels capture overnight travelers
As Hong Kong's changing tourism landscape forces a rethink in hospitality, hotels are leveraging unique experiences and competitive pricing to win over high-spending customers—with The Lounge's curated wine program carving out an encouraging…
Suborbital space tour listed on Trip.com for $973,000
BEIJING – Chinese travel group Trip.com has listed a 5.1 million yuan (S$973,000) suborbital space tourism package on its platform, marking a direct effort by Western commercial space operators to tap high-net-worth travellers in China. The…
The Best Cities in America for Family Fall Activities, Ranked
Autumn weekends bring beautiful leaves and fall festivities, and potentially more seasonal fun depending on where you live. Some locales go all out for fall family activities, like pumpkin patches and farm trips. It also helps when your region has…
LETTER: On the Las Vegas NBA franchise
Re: “NBA close to choosing winning Las Vegas expansion bid at $12B-$13B” (Tuesday Review-Journal): I'm not sure the NBA should cite potential tourism as one of the factors used to justify the $10 billion expansion fee portion of the…
Germany eyes doubling Indian tourist overnight stays by 2030: GNTB chief
Germany is aiming to double annual overnight stays by Indian visitors by 2030, its national tourism board chief Petra Hedorfer said, as the country seeks to tap the growing appetite among Indian travellers for longer, experience-led holidays beyond…
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