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Sacramento tourism leaders announce GoldenSky festival will return, CIM doubles in size
The spotlight was on Sacramento's growing tourism industry at the city's annual State of Tourism address held at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, hosting leaders, business owners and lawmakers from across the region. 'The reality is we get…
Spanish hotel chain Meliá to shutter hotels in Cuba in latest blow to island's tourism sector
HAVANA (AP) — Spanish hotel chain Meliá has joined a growing list of companies with a long-standing presence in Cuba that are withdrawing or limiting their operations on the island after the U.S. announced new sanctions while…
HK-Almaty flights to boost tourism and business, HKTDC chairman says
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) chairman Frederick Ma Si-hang believes direct flights to Almaty, Kazakhstan, will attract more Hong Kong travelers and bring business opportunities to the country. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The new…
Tourism in Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak region remained high in 2025: Report
Tourism increased slightly last year in Colorado Springs despite an uncertain and turbulent start, according to a newly released Longwoods International Travel Report. In 2025, 25.6 million people visited the Pikes Peak region, with 11.2 million…
A case for Uganda's religious tourism
Uganda has a bold goal: to grow its economy to $500 billion by 2040 from $50 billion in 2023 — a tenfold increase in less than two decades. This vision, outlined in the 10-Fold Growth Strategy and Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV)…
Govt. enters into agreement with South Africa in education, medical tourism and investments
The State government has entered into an agreement of collaboration with South Africa. Cooperation between the two sides spans different fields, including education, medical tourism and investments, with both sides agreeing to strengthening…
HKSAR, Uzbekistan reach 30-day mutual visa-free to strengthen economic, trade and tourism links
HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee (left) meets with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov and witnesses exchange of notes between representatives of the two governments on mutual visa-free agreement on June 3, 2026. Photo:…
World Cup: Economic impact equation includes displaced regular tourism
(The Center Square) – Putting a dollar figure on the economic impact of the FIFA World Cup games scheduled for Atlanta is not an exact science, economists say. Eight World Cup games will be played in Georgia's capital city, beginning with a…
Cyprus Business Now: tourism, inflation, property, shipping, fuel, Cyta
Deputy Tourism Minister Costas Koumis described the revision as a positive development, saying Cyprus tourism is now moving towards a period of normalisation after months of disruption linked to regional tensions. Speaking to CyBC's, Koumis said…
Puducherry rolls out new guidelines for homestays, bed and breakfast establishments to boost tourism
The Puducherry government has notified new guidelines for the approval and registration of bed and breakfast and homestay establishments, introducing a streamlined, self-certification model aimed at giving visitors an authentic local experience…
Travel advice shift offers Cyprus tourism a lifeline
Cyprus' tourism sector is showing signs of stabilisation after the U S and the United Kingdom revised their travel advisories for the island, in a move seen as helping restore confidence in the country's image as a safe destination. Deputy Tourism…
Sports tourism can expand sustainability
Cyprus and European Union officials highlighted on Wednesday the potential for sports tourism to expand travel, promote wellness and expand sustainability. The future of sports tourism and broader policy areas was the subject of a two-day…
Eased warnings could limit tourism blow, says Papacharalambous
Cyprus' return to the normal level of travel guidance by the US and Britain is a positive development that could help limit the losses recorded so far this tourist season, Association of Cyprus Travel and Tourism Agents (Actta) president Charis…
Universal unveils UK theme park name and logo as £7.3bn investment announced
Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and theatre ticket deals I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. The name and logo of the UK's Universal…
Famous chef's rallying call has added urgency for Scottish hospitality industry
Those who have followed the fortunes of the industry over recent years will recognise that a reduction in VAT has been a frequent demand from its leading voices, with calls for the move typically escalating during times of crisis. This feels like…
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