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Iran's Attacks on UAE: Burj Khalifa, Tourism Industry Suffer Major Setbacks
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is experiencing the worst nightmares after the US-Israeli attacks on Iran. Iran has launched ballistic missiles and around 500 drones at the UAE, impacting Dubai's infrastructure and landmarks. The Iranian media…
Loveland City Council to weigh tourism district
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Efforts to make Loveland a regional tourist destination could get a significant boost Tuesday, as the City Council considers creating the framework for a Tourism Improvement District (TID) within city…
Himachal tourism takes hit as Israel-Iran war tensions disrupt flights
The recent Israel-Iran war is affecting the arrival of foreign tourists in Himachal Pradesh. Hundreds of flights were cancelled on the first of March due to the war, and the airspace to the Middle East is still closed. The tourism industry in…
Scrap Visitor Levy plea as Wales tourism 'at breaking point
A six-point plan has been launched by Welsh tourism chiefs to support a sector “at breaking point” from red tape and taxation. They include pro-growth policies and the scrapping of the Visitor Levy. Ahead of the 2026 Senedd elections…
The best in Highland hospitality - who deserves to be rewarded for tourism excellence in 2026?
Tourism and hospitality businesses across the Highlands and Islands can be seen as the backbone of the region. It is hard to understate their importance to the local economy and in turn its contribution nationally. Highland businesses and…
Cyprus tourism revenues hit record €3.69bn in 2025
Cyprus' tourism revenues climbed to a record €3.69 billion in 2025, marking a 15.2 per cent annual increase, according to the state statistical service (Cystat), as the sector extended its strong post-pandemic recovery. Based on the results…
Murcia boosts camping tourism at UK caravanning fair
THE REGION of Murcia has once more consolidated its international position as a leading destination for camping, caravanning and motorhomes for UK audiences. The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show in Birmingham, which took place at the tail end of…
United Kingdom Ignites a Stunning 27% Surge in Ireland's Tourism, Driving Unmatched Growth in Dublin, Cork, and Beyond
The United Kingdom has emerged as a powerhouse behind Ireland's recent tourism boom, spearheading an extraordinary 27 percent surge that outpaces contributions from Canada, Germany, France, Italy, the United States, Portugal, and several other key…
Traffic chaos at 'besieged' tourism hotspot could be eased by shuttle service
Traffic chaos near a 'besieged' tourism hotspot could be eased under plans for a rail shuttle service. Last summer saw scenes of parking mayhem at Horseshoe Falls near Llangollen. The popularity of Thomas Telford's dramatic 140-metre weir has seen…
Lemon Tree Hotels plans overseas expansion as Indian outbound tourism rises
India's Lemon Tree Hotels is preparing to step up its overseas expansion over the next three to five years, as Indians increasingly travel abroad for leisure, a top executive said. India is expected to become the…
Both a lament and a pep talk at sustainable tourism conference
“This is a celebratory event – I do understand. It's not my intention to make it all doom and gloom,” joked Boris Erg of IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature), one of the speakers at the ‘European…
Developing | Iran strikes day 3: markets open with sharp sell-off in futures and Asian shares
This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP's journalism by subscribing. US Dow futures dropped 400-570 points overnight, S&P 500 futures were down 1 per cent, while Nasdaq futures…
TUI Cruises among operators to suspend Middle East trips amid Iran conflict
Major German travel operators, Dertour and TUI Cruises, have announced significant disruptions to their Middle East itineraries following recent US and Israeli military actions against Iran, which have triggered retaliatory measures and subsequent…
Inside Med's paradise isle plagued by bloody turf wars & beach bar shootings
EVERY summer, throngs of British holidaymakers flock to this sun-drenched French island, seduced by scenery more reminiscent of the Caribbean than the Mediterranean. But beyond the turquoise waters and sugar-soft beaches, the picturesque holiday…
Here are the market's winners and losers in the aftermath of the Iran attacks
Markets have been roiled by the attacks against Iran by the US and Israel over the weekend, with a handful of winners and losers emerging in the immediate aftermath. Investors are concerned that the attacks, which killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali…
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