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Flower-viewing tourism gains traction as Hong Kong eyes potential
Mainland China has seen the rise of a “flower-viewing economy” in recent years, transforming blossom seasons into tourism-driven business opportunities through large-scale floral landscapes and curated visitor experiences. SCROLL TO…
Mattala Wildlife Unit to boost revenue, tourism and investor confidence
The launch of a dedicated wildlife unit at Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is expected to deliver significant economic benefits by improving aviation safety, strengthening eco-tourism and enhancing Sri Lanka's investment appeal, Wildlife…
Avid Hotel Opening Highlights Tourism Growth, Investment In St. Mary's County
CALIFORNIA, Md. — Local officials, business leaders and members of the community gathered last week to celebrate the grand opening of a new Avid Hotel in California, marking another step in ongoing economic development efforts in the…
G Adventures gives agents chance to 'experience community tourism first-hand' in Cambodia
Apr 29, 202616:52 GMT by Ella Sagar G Adventures is giving agents the opportunity to earn a place at its 2026 GX Summit in Cambodia, as well as this year's Travel Weekly Agent Achievement Awards. The tour operator is encouraging agents to submit…
Retail sales rise 5.6% in March on tourism boost, back-to-school season demand
Revenue of major retail companies here went up 5.6 percent from a year earlier in March thanks to the robust consumption demand fueled by a sharp increase in inbound travelers to Korea and the back-to-school season, government data showed…
Maine's tourism hits $16.5B despite fewer visitors in 2025
ROCKPORT, Maine — A new tourism report reveals that while fewer people visited Maine in 2025, those who did spent more, helping push the state's total tourism impact past $16 billion. The findings were released at the annual Maine Tourism…
Why Travelers Are Flocking To This Latin American Country Breaking All Time Tourism Records
Take it from me — travelers worldwide are getting this one right. Heck, just ask our Editor-in-Chief Tyler who just came back from Peru … It's not just Machu Picchu that's a huge draw. That's right — the trek of a lifetime into…
New Llandudno tourism service to launch after council relocates TIC
This week saw the final day of Llandudno's Tourist Information Centre in the heart of the town. Conwy council made the controversial decision to move services to Venue Cymru as part of a multi-million pound revamp of the facility. It was dubbed a…
Turkey tourists 'put off visiting' as sunbeds are empty and hotels 'deserted'
A well-known holiday hotspot is reportedly 'deserted' as tourists are said to be giving the country a wide berth, and this isn't the first time such claims have surfaced. Videos circulating online show eerily quiet hotels and beaches, with some…
Italy travel alert issued to anyone flying in May with Easyjet
Holidaymakers heading to Italy next month have been put on alert to brace for disruption on specific dates, as the country's travel sector anticipates significant upheaval at airports. The chaos could result in flights being cancelled or delayed.
Cyprus Business Now: Oev, seafarers, CBC report, tourism, Invest Cyprus, CySEC
Addressing the gathering at the Landmark hotel in Nicosia, Oev president George Pantelides focused on the need for decisive action across key sectors, warning that internal weaknesses risk undermining the economy more than external shocks.
Overnight tourists spend three times more than day-trippers, PolyU study finds
Overnight visitors to Hong Kong spend on average HK$9,300 per trip, roughly three times more than day-trippers, according to a recent study. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Conducted by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University's School of Hotel and…
'It will never cover what's authentic': African music industry weighs up AI risks and rewards
Last July, the Nigerian singer-songwriter Fave found herself caught up in a viral moment: an unauthorised version of a track featuring an AI choir had been released, quickly becoming an internet sensation. To get ahead of the situation, she…
The 'Hidden' Side Of Conservation African Safaris Depend On, But Most Travelers Never See
People are at Erebero taking part in a reforestation project in Uganda. Safari travelers often judge a tourism company's conservation work by what they can see: how many elephants they encounter during a game drive, whether they can visit local…
Public asked to shape future of Aughrim Battle site upgrade
Galway County Council is inviting members of the public to have their say on plans to upgrade visitor facilities at the Battle of Aughrim Visitor Centre, located on the site of the most significant and bloodiest battles in Irish history. The local…
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