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Hageman: Here's How Trump Can Close Birth Tourism Loopholes
Birth tourism loopholes that allow foreigners to exploit America's rent-a-womb industry and buy their way into birthplace citizenship by commissioning a child abound. According to Rep. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyo., however, all hope of closing those…
Keralam plans to showcase Onam before a global audience, says Tourism Minister
Onam season witnesses a spurt in tourist arrivals to the State, said P.C Vishnunadh, Minister for Tourism and Culture. This season, characterised by the boat races, pookkalam, and sadyas, presents an opportune moment for visitors to immerse…
Hong Kong tourist arrivals in Japan surge by nearly 55pc in July
The number of Hong Kong tourists visiting Japan skyrocketed by 54.8% in July compared to the same month last year, playing a key role in what became a record-breaking month for Japan's overall tourism industry. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT…
Moscow Is Touting North Korea as a New Tourism Hotspot. Few Russians Are Making the Trip.
'A delight.' 'An unexpected paradise.' 'A wonderful country.' That is how Russian tourists and travel agents describe their visits to North Korea, one of the world's most repressive countries. Russian and North Korean officials have touted North…
Odyssey effect: stars sell Greece to a new wave of US tourists
Madonna celebrated her 68th birthday on Corfu, sharing a whirl of parties and boat trips against the backdrop of the island's landscape with her 20 million Instagram followers -- earning her rapturous thanks from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos…
Ryanair slams Spain for flight delays - in major holiday alert
The budget airline claimed that Spain's air traffic control network is 'worse than France' Budget airline Ryanair has issued a damning statement about Spain's state-run Enaire air traffic control (ATC) network, claiming it is now worse than its…
Odyssey effect: Stars sell Greece to a new wave of US tourists
ATHENS – The idyllic beaches of the Greek islands have long been a draw for European holidaymakers, but now a new wave of US tourists is waking up to their charms, driven by stars like Madonna, Katy Perry and Justin Bieber. Madonna…
Protests and profits: 25 Years of Manchester's second runway
When Manchester Airport was given permission to build a second runway in 1997 it prompted one of the country's most high-profile environmental protests of the time. Activists from across the country set up camp, built tree houses and a complex…
What Edinburgh's Visitor Levy Means For Property Managers
Johan Hajji, Cofounder & Co-CEO at The BnB Group. Passionate about property management, real estate investment, proptech & business growth. In July, a visitor levy in Edinburgh, Scotland, took effect that requires guests staying in…
Quiz: Think You Know Geography? Name All the African Countries By Their Capitals
How sharp are your geography skills? Give them a whirl by matching all of the 54 national capital cities in Africa to the countries they're from. Then, read on to learn a bit more about the history and geography of the world's second-largest…
This tour guide turns Manila's streets into history, heritage lessons
On one of my first walking tours with Jing Ordoña, he greeted me with a question: “Are you ready for some long walking?” I said yes. I should have asked how long. By the time our New Manila walking tour ended, my phone was…
Island hopping through stone-age history in Ireland, Wales and the Isle of Man
The guide was adamant. “I've picked human teeth out of there and I'm not doing it again.” The small group of tourists looked suitably aghast, except the boy. He was jiggling the wellington boots on his feet and singing to himself. He…
The Weeknd wraps five-night sold-out run at Wembley Stadium and raises more than $350k for charity
The Weeknd has completed a five-night sold-out run at Wembley Stadium, with his UK stint raising more than $350,000 (£260,000) for charity. READ MORE: The Weeknd live in Manchester: the summer's latest blockbuster smash The Canadian pop…
Majorca anti-tourist group launches furious campaign - 'It's not a theme park!'
The campaign hopes to shatter the picturesque facade promoted by online influencers and holiday marketers Angry activists in Majorca have launched a blistering new campaign aimed squarely at stopping social media influencers from turning the…
Nigeria's Rema to headline Kwita Izina 2026 concert in Kigali
Multi-award-winning Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Rema will headline the much-anticipated Kwita Izina Concert at BK Arena on Saturday, September 5. The concert will take place a day after the 21st Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony, scheduled for…
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