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Andhra Pradesh aims to become global tourism destination, says Minister Kandula Durgesh
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh on Friday (June 19, 2026) said the State government was committed to transforming Andhra Pradesh into a world-class tourism destination and a major driver of economic growth and…
Cornwall's fight for unique powers brings 'tourism tax' a step closer
There has been discussion both in Parliament and Cornwall Council's chamber this week about the potential for Cornwall to introduce a 'tourism tax' - a levy paid by people holidaying in the Duchy. Last year, communities secretary Steve Reed MP said…
Beach tourism will get new impetus with construction of international airport at Bhogapuram: Collector
Vizianagaram Collector S. Ramsundar Reddy on Saturday (June 20, 2026) said that beach tourism would get a new impetus with the construction of an international airport at Bhogapuram in the district. He said that the government was taking…
Kerala Budget: Multi-cropping, tourism push cheers crisis-hit Idukki tea planters
Kerala's Revised Budget proposal to allow multi-crops in hilly areas and the use of more land for tourism in the plantation sector has provided hope to the crisis-gripped tea plantation sector in the Peerumade hills of Idukki. In the Budget, the…
Incredible 'inland beach' scenes at North Wales town wrestling with over-tourism
A pretty Denbighshire town 28 miles from the coast can start to resemble the seaside when the sun starts shining. During last month's heatwave there were astonishing scenes in Llangollen as visitors thronged its riverbanks to sunbathe on rocks and…
Beyond the beach: Spain pushes offbeat regions as tourist numbers nudge 100m
Spain is redoubling its efforts to push its tourist appeal beyond the familiar “sun and sand and coast” model as it prepares for another record-breaking year in which the number of foreign visitors could reach 100 million for the…
In Bangkok, Hotels Shift Focus To Mental Health And Medical Wellness
Nida Wongphanlert inspects an amenity bag made from recycled materials at 137 Pillars Suites & Residences. Nida Wongphanlert is sitting in the rooftop lounge of the 137 Pillars Suites & Residences in Bangkok, high above one of the most frenetic…
Paradise inferno as fire engulfs Dominican resort, kills tourist
A luxury Caribbean getaway turned into a scene of panic and smoke on Friday after a fast‑moving fire tore through a beachfront hotel in the Dominican Republic, killing one tourist and forcing a mass evacuation. One confirmed fatality:…
Shanghai TV Market Debuts Dual-Venue Format to Drive Chinese Content Sales Overseas
The Shanghai International Film & TV Market is launching a new dual-venue format at the Shanghai Exhibition Center this year, with separate spaces for international company pavilions and a dedicated arena pairing Chinese content sellers with buyers…
Cabinet meeting to be held in Coastal Karnataka, says Chief Minister
The State government will convene a Cabinet meeting in coastal Karnataka and expects officials to resolve major regulatory and technical bottlenecks affecting tourism and investment projects in the region before then, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar…
Why a trip to Asia might be a good idea now
The strong Australian dollar combined with a reluctance to transit through the Middle East has made an Asian getaway a good option for some travellers. Despite uncertainty around the US-Iran war, Australians are continuing to travel overseas in…
Greece returns over 1,000 coins to Turkey ahead of first joint Culture Forum
Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy revealed that Greece recently returned 1,055 ancient coins smuggled from Turkey during the first Turkey- Greece Culture Forum in Cappadocia earlier this month. The coins were returned after…
Spain could smash 100 million tourist barrier this year but not everyone is celebrating
Spain is on course to welcome more than 100 million international tourists this year, a milestone that would cement its position as one of the world's most visited destinations. For the tourism industry, it is a remarkable achievement. For many…
Brits could face £43 tourist tax as European city proposes entry fee hike
Brits heading to a beloved European holiday hotspot could soon face a new £43 levy. Simone Venturini, the newly appointed mayor of Venice, is putting forward plans to significantly raise a contentious tourist charge for visitors entering the…
Cannabis Tax Revenue Hits $28 Billion Since First Legalization
Marijuana lying on twenty dollar bills symbolizing the now state run industry in the United States, while it still remains illegal at a federal level. States that have legalized recreational cannabis have collected more than $28 billion in tax…
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