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Israel's tourism month features nationwide events and tours in November
With the fall holiday season wrapped up and winter just around the corner, the Tourism Ministry is making a strong push to get Israelis traveling again. Throughout November, 'Israel Tourism Month' returns for its second consecutive year, running…
Kaniyambetta panchayat in Wayanad unveils tourism plan; Kallanchira check dam to be developed as major tourist attraction
The Kallanchira check dam in Wayanad will be developed into a major tourist attraction. According to Kaniyambetta grama panchayat officials, boating and kayaking facilities will be introduced at the check dam. The proposed plan also includes…
Sheikh Hamdan launches world's first city-wide tourism loyalty programme in Dubai
Dubai's Crown Prince has launched a series of initiatives to improve tourism in the emirate, including the world's first city-wide tourism loyalty programme, Dubai Access Club. Tourists will also be able to apply for visit visas through the…
Mbale turns to China for coffee markets, investment and technology
Uganda's coffee exports to China have risen by 224 per cent in a year. Now Mbale City wants a share of that expanding market, betting that a new partnership with China's Guiyang City could attract buyers, investment and technology to eastern…
Rideshare hours extended after 'early success'
In demand: a rideshare vehicle (File photograph) Residents will have “greater flexibility” for transportation options with the Government's extension of the ridesharing scheme, which will run 24/7 from this month through December 31.
Pikes Peak region attracts visitors with authentic Colorado experience
Visitors are choosing Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region as their vacation destination for the uniquely authentic Colorado experience the area offers — and taking home lifelong memories of their adventures. From historic sites like…
Karnataka turns to U.K. roadshows to revive declining NRI tourist footfall
Amid a decline in the number of Non-Resident Indian (NRI) tourists visiting Karnataka, the State Tourism Department is participating in the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 roadshow, scheduled to be held from November 2 to 6. The WTM London…
Special locations are 'holy grail' for blockbuster film makers
Emma Ruminski, SW Arts reporter As some classic films are made and remade, location scouts face a constant challenge to find fresh filming locations. So was the case with the 2026 version of the Jane Austen classic Sense and Sensibility which was…
Special locations are 'holy grail' for blockbuster film makers
As some classic films are made and remade, location scouts face a constant challenge to find fresh filming locations. So was the case with the 2026 version of the Jane Austen classic Sense and Sensibility which was previously shot in south-west…
Watch Lord of the Rings on a 60ft HD screen with a 239-musician orchestra
Here's a must for Lord of the Rings fans. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is set to become a 'major live film event' in Birmingham - thanks to a huge 60ft HD screen and a 239-musician orchestra. The City of Birmingham Symphony…
Halloween revellers pack Lan Kwai Fong, bars eye record sales
Halloween crowds packed Central's Lan Kwai Fong tonight, with some bar operators expecting record sales and planning to stay open until 5 a.m. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Police signage showed that the walk from IFC to the district would take…
From the sea to the promenade: How Eilat is transforming its entire coastline
Eilat's coastline has undergone extensive transformation in recent years, featuring upgraded beach facilities, the development of new promenades, and the establishment of leisure and recreation spaces along the gulf. The work includes improvements…
SA's historic Gladstone Gaol reopens with ghost tours
Gladstone Gaol has officially reopened to the public after being closed for four years. Locals are welcoming of the new operators, which they hope will bolster tourism to the town. New licensee, Lantern Ghost Tours, has plans to expand use across…
The Break pitches $136m Adelaide surf resort to family offices
A new entrant hoping to make a splash in the boutique tourism sector is hunting for equity to bankroll a $136 million surf resort in the heart of Adelaide's wine country. Richard Sheppard, the chief executive of inSynergy Property Wealth Advisory…
Derby sets out 2026 Christmas programme of events
Derby is gearing up to celebrate the beginning of the festive season with a programme of events. This year's Christmas lights switch-on will be taking place on Saturday 28 November. The flicking of the festive switch will follow a lantern parade…
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