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Pennsylvania Roundup: Tourism contributed more than $87B to Pa. economy; supported 521,000 jobs
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger this week unveiled a new report highlighting how the commonwealth's tourism industry has grown by $6.4 billion and 13,427 jobs since Gov. Josh Shapiro took office. The new…
Yarada to be developed as IT, tourism hub: Palla Srinivasa Rao
Telugu Desam Party (TDP) State president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao has said the focus will be on developing Gajuwaka as a key centre for the IT, industrial and tourism sectors. Mr. Srinivasa Rao, along with District Collector M.
Telangana targets higher revenue through resource mobilisation, tourism push
Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Saturday directed officials to prepare a comprehensive action plan to enhance government revenue by effectively utilising the state's available resources, with a special focus on…
India Now Has a 'Digital Tourism Stack.' Can it Fix a Fragmented Market?
India launched the National Digital Tourism Stack with ONDC to connect fragmented tourism supply — homestays, guides, experiences, transport — with a pilot in January 2027 and wider rollout from July 2027. The stack is being built as…
Morrisey pledges upgrades to state parks in efforts to boost tourism
CHARLESTON — Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced nearly $20 million in new funding for state parks on Wednesday as part of the state's continuing effort to develop its tourism industry. The money will be dispersed throughout the system with at…
Nicosia tourism board invites Greek visitors to discover Cyprus' capital
The Nicosia regional tourism board (Etap Nicosia) used an event in Athens on Friday to promote the capital as a destination for Greek visitors, highlighting its cultural attractions, business links, accommodation and transport connections. Held…
This Uncrowded Italian City With 1st-Century Ruins, Caribbean-Style Beaches, And $16 Dinners Is Breaking Tourism Records
Enough with the endless hours of queuing to get into any ancient landmark you can possibly name in Rome; the jam-packed canals of Venice you'd be lucky to see if you can get past the indistinguishable mass of selfie-takers; and the mid-at-best, $40…
Cyprus Business Now: Wizz Air, inflation, tourism, Limassol startup, real estate
In an exclusive interview with the Cyprus Mail, Szabo said the new connection was an important addition to Wizz Air's Larnaca network and reflected the airline's broader strategy of strengthening Cyprus' links with European destinations. “We…
Trump posts GOP senator's cell phone number over daylight savings act stall
President Trump posted Sen. Tom Cotton's (R-Ark.) cell phone number on Truth Social Saturday, lashing out at Senate Republicans to move forward with legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent. “Tom Cotton, a friend of mine…
The evidence behind the 'coolcation' boom that could be Cornwall's doom
Wildfires, droughts and record-breaking heatwaves making summer months increasingly uncomfortable and unpredictable across southern Europe could play into Cornwall's hands as more people seek to holiday in cooler climes. Already the Scandinavian…
Fishers warn snapper, kingfish prices could soar under proposed catch limits
Stricter limits have been proposed for snapper and yellowtail kingfish to help rebuild stocks in NSW fisheries. Commercial and recreational fishers are opposed to the changes. The NSW government has extended the consultation period for the proposed…
Our View: The soul of Cyprus is lost in the algorithm
This week, AI entered the tourism conversation in a more prominent way than the more generic “use of technology” – never mind that some in the tech industry are warning that sufficiently advanced AI could pose an existential…
Azerbaijan International Investment Forum: Where capital meets opportu
Geopolitical uncertainty and disrupted supply chains are changing how businesses assess investment opportunities. At the Azerbaijan International Investment Forum, representatives from more than 70 countries discussed trade, infrastructure and…
Suborbital space tour listed on Trip.com for $973,000
BEIJING – Chinese travel group Trip.com has listed a 5.1 million yuan (S$973,000) suborbital space tourism package on its platform, marking a direct effort by Western commercial space operators to tap high-net-worth travellers in China. The…
How wine programs help HK hotels capture overnight travelers
As Hong Kong's changing tourism landscape forces a rethink in hospitality, hotels are leveraging unique experiences and competitive pricing to win over high-spending customers—with The Lounge's curated wine program carving out an encouraging…
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