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Cangzhou builds Grand Canal cultural belt to develop cultural and tourism industries in China's Hebei
People watch a parade at the Nanchuan Old Street along the Cangzhou section of the Grand Canal in Cangzhou, north China's Hebei Province, June 5, 2026. Connecting Beijing, capital of China, and Hangzhou in east China's Zhejiang Province, the Grand…
Tourism in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough gets a boost
Tourism across a county has been given a boost after the area joined a scheme aimed at growing the sector. Cambridgeshire and Peterborough were awarded local visitor economy partnership status (LVEP) by VisitEngland, the England tourist board. The…
This state is betting on Carreras for a tourism high note
The Crisafulli government has recruited one of The Three Tenors, Jose Carreras, for its latest bid to make Queensland the “events capital of the country” before the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. The Spanish operatic tenor will headline a…
Milwaukee drives four consecutive years of record-setting tourism statewide
Tourism activity in Milwaukee County last year generated a record $4.4 billion in total economic impact, contributing to now four consecutive years of record-breaking tourism for the state of Wisconsin. In 2025, Milwaukee County saw direct visitor…
Oklahoma tourism report says visitors pumped $12.8 billion into state's economy in 2025
Oklahoma tourism report says visitors pumped $12.8 billion into state's economy in 2025 A new report shows Oklahoma tourism pumped nearly $12.8 billion into the state's economy last year, supporting more than 100,000 jobs. BREAKDOWN OF THESE…
One-third of Napa and Sonoma wineries report lowering their tasting fees amid tourism declines
The wine industry is in turmoil amid declining U.S. alcohol consumption, bottle sales and Wine Country visitation. Much of the blame for the latter has centered on the high cost of tasting fees, which have doubled among U.S. wineries since 2018.
U.S. Peddles $750 Fee To Skip Tourist Visa Interview Queue
The State Department is creating a new fast pass for tourists and business travelers willing to fork over $750 to bypass the line for a visa interview—but with no guarantee of securing a visa. International travelers can soon spend $750 to…
Campaign aims to boost domestic tourism in Polis Chrysochous
The Paphos regional tourism board (Etap) has launched a new promotional video dedicated to Polis Chrysochous, as part of wider efforts to strengthen domestic tourism and support local communities and businesses. According to an announcement, the…
'We need tourists but not like this': Spain's tourism boom continues, but it sparks Europe's biggest backlash
Spain's tourism industry is one of the country's greatest economic success stories. It supports millions of jobs, contributes around 13% of national GDP and remains a key driver of growth at a time when much of Europe is experiencing economic…
Healey signs bill extending bar hours to 3 a.m. for World Cup
Gov. Maura Healey on Monday signed a bill to temporarily extend last call and allow cities and towns to create their own public drinking districts this summer. The bill (H.5478), sponsored by representatives Carole Fiola, Senator Barry Finegold…
Fitness Tourism Is Booming-How Working Out On Your Holiday Became the Ultimate Status Symbol
It's 5.45 am, and I'm Boston-bound, lugging a carry-on packed with carbon plate trainers, gels, kit and electrolytes through Heathrow Terminal 5. I've got 45 minutes until boarding, so I grab my usual—a Pret porridge, protein pot and…
Tourism chiefs and European ferry ports sound alarm over summer border chaos
Survey reveals travellers may not come to Europe due to EES fears Around a third of visitors from the UK, US, Canada and Australia would be less likely to travel to the Schengen area if regular waits due to the rollout of the new EU border system…
Summer holiday bookings down amid 'apprehension', says UK travel industry
Holiday bookings for early summer have been hit by uncertainty around the conflict in the Middle East and the rising cost of living, the travel industry has said. Mark Tanzer, chief executive of the UK travel association Abta, said that while…
NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry
NEW YORK – Italian fashion house Prada unveiled on June 7 the inner-layer garment set to be worn by NASA astronauts heading to the moon, underscoring the brand's push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry.
Street Unrest In Albania After PM Says Pristine Land 'Belongs' To US-Saudi Investors
Albanians took to the streets in droves for the eighth consecutive day on Sunday to protest a proposed $1.6 billion luxury resort complex backed by US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, one of several investors in the project…
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