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Japan's tourism industry begins to feel pain of Iran war
Despite a record number of foreign tourists last month, the economic impact of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is starting to hit Japan's inbound tourism industry, as travelers from Europe cancel their reservations and uncertainty grows as to…
Hawaii tourism industry reeling after $300M loss from storms
After back-to-back kona low storms ravaged the region, Hawaii's tourism industry is reeling from the impact. The storms hit major areas like Oahu (particularly the North Shore and Honolulu), West Maui, Molokai and the Big Island when many schools…
The Gen Z hospitality workers keeping Yorkshire Dales tourism alive
Seb Cheer in the Yorkshire Dales When her parents decided to leave their jobs as teachers in Hull to run a village pub in the Yorkshire Dales, 16-year-old Lucy Edwards found rural life a 'nightmare', with a lack of transport and feelings of…
Editorial | Stamp out coercive shopping tours to uphold Hong Kong's reputation
The adage that there is no such thing as a free lunch has stood the test of time. Tour package deals that are too good to be true are no exception. When the real cost emerges, they can spark disputes that inflict a reputational cost on the tourism…
The glaring weakness in North Wales tourism and how Visitor Levy could help
Wales' new visitor levy could help transform tourism in Gwynedd and elsewhere in North Wales, according to a new report by Bangor University. If proceeds are reinvested and used wisely, they would support a shift toward a “higher-value…
Croatia, but cheaper': The quirky holiday spots on trend for 2026
Many can relate to the buzz of stumbling upon a hidden gem. This year, more people are seeking out 'authentic' holiday experiences abroad rather than all-inclusive tourist traps, according to ABTA, the association for British travel agents. ABTA…
Cornwall businesses say they're now desperate for tourists to return
Pubs, restaurants and hotels face insolvency following Government rises READ MORE: The lesser-known Cornwall village that's one of the 'most beautiful places in England' Just a year ago, locals in some of Cornwall's most popular towns were busy…
Why a Ritz-Carlton has been named 'world's most controversial hotel
READ MORE: Claustrophobic and depressing: The windowless 'capsule' hotel room is 'shrinkflation' at its worst Deep in Kenya's wilderness, a new luxury retreat promises one of the most exclusive safari experiences in Africa. A Ritz-Carlton lodge in…
The UK's 'best' market town with thriving high street that has 0 empty shops
The beautiful market town is in Wales Across the UK, high streets are facing a tough time. Many towns have seen well-known shops close their doors and boarded-up windows and “to let” signs have become a familiar sight. Rising costs…
Living Nostradamus says big Royal Family prediction is happening right now
The Brazilian psychic claimed Prince William is taking an 'unusually heightened role' A psychic dubbed the 'Living Nostradamus' has claimed one of his huge Royal Family predictions is taking place right now. Athos Salomé, a 39-year-old…
Earth gets brighter every year but progression is volatile, study finds
Earth continues to get brighter every year, researchers have found, but the location and intensity of the progression has become increasingly volatile because of Covid-19, regulations on light pollution, and a faltering global economy. Nasa-funded…
Wealth-Tax Fever Is Spreading to Less-Wealthy States
Maine has one of the nation's smaller economies, rooted in timber, lobster, manufacturing and tourism. But it also has growing pockets of wealth, which have caught the attention of state bean counters. Maine this month joined a growing list of blue…
Explained: Odisha becomes first state to launch Marine Spatial Plan. Here is what to know
3 min read Bhubaneswar Make us preferred source on Google The Odisha government recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) under the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences to launch a Marine Spatial…
SNAP benefits update: thousands get major food option boost
A new temporary waiver has been approved for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) recipients, which will expand food options. The change, passed by the Hawaii Department of Human Services and approved by the U.S. Department of…
Panic in Cornwall as tourist-hating locals fear for empty restaurants and hotels
Locals who branded tourists 'ants' in previous years are now desperate for them to return Locals in some of Cornwall's most popular towns have made a major U-turn and are now begging for tourists to return after previously describing them as…
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