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Malaysia Budget 2027: More tourism spending, investment perks and plans to ease Johor congestion
KUALA LUMPUR - A covered pedestrian walkway linking Kuala Lumpur landmarks like Independence Square and the Central Market. More restored heritage buildings. Larger duty-free perks. These are among the measures Malaysia is banking on to woo more…
On Saint Martin's Island, A Tourism Ban Left Dogs Starving, So This Man Feeds Them Every 48 Hours
Saint Martin's Island is a small coral island in the Bay of Bengal, off the southern tip of Bangladesh, and for years it was one of the country's busiest beach getaways. Just a few years ago, ships carried 5,000 to 6,000 visitors there every day…
Can't see the Bayeux Tapestry? See our Higham Ferrers Mapestry
A small Northamptonshire town is hoping to capitalise on the country's current fascination with the Bayeux Tapestry. Canny tourism officers in Higham Ferrers say the town's own impressive hand-sewn 'Mapestry', which showcases landmarks and…
Jersey officials launch economic growth group to improve economy
A new group has been formed to grow Jersey's economy. Officials said the economic growth group would oversee action across government departments, support key industries, attract investment, reduce red tape for businesses and help tackle…
Paradise Hotel Busan blends spa, sound healing for ultimate coastal wellness
BUSAN — “Take a slow, deep breath. Let the aroma of neroli, sandalwood and lavender release every bit of tension held in your body.” As dusk settled at 6 p.m. on Oct. 2, Paradise Hotel Busan unveiled a sanctuary of quiet…
Seaside town plea as holiday park still off-limits to tourists
A senior figure in Somerset's tourism sector has attacked EDF Energy's 'continuing failure' to mitigate the use of a holiday camp by Hinkley Point C workers. The Pontins Brean Sands holiday camp, located on South Road in Brean, has been closed to…
Clothing giant UNIQLO returns to downtown San Francisco with largest flagship store on West Coast
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Long lines wrapped around the block in downtown San Francisco on Friday as hundreds of shoppers welcomed the return of Japanese clothing retailer UNIQLO, five years after it closed its original downtown location. The…
Chinese cities introduce autumn breaks to inspire more family outings
Students visit the Xuan'en County Museum in Xuan'en, central China's Hubei Province, Aug. 15, 2026. Museums in Hubei Province have seen a surging number of children and teenagers on study tours during the summer vacation. With guided tours…
Tourist golf carts are clogging up Rome's city center - frustration is growing
Millions of tourists flock to Rome every year. (File photo) They're parked at the Pantheon, winding their way past the Colosseum—and clogging up Rome's narrow streets: crowds of golf carts are ferrying vacationers through the historic city…
Why is Cyprus taking such a risk for Maccabi Tel Aviv?
There is something deeply troubling about the decision to allow Maccabi Tel Aviv to make Cyprus its home for its EuroLeague basketball matches this season. There is nothing inherently wrong with hosting an Israeli basketball match, but this is a…
14 Years Ago Today: 'Nashville' Premieres, Changing How TV Depicts Country Music
Nashville seemed like a longshot when it debuted on ABC on Oct. 10, 2012, but the show defied all odds to become one of country music fans' favorite television shows of all time. It's notoriously difficult to capture the true vibe of Nashville's…
Businessman, musician and broadcaster honoured with Highland Ambassador award
A renowned Highland businessman has been honoured with a prestigious award at a ceremony celebrating the local tourism and hospitality industries. Bruce MacGregor, a former BBC broadcaster and musician who founded the group Blazin' Fiddles, was…
Digital goodies give travelers permanent piece of Korea's coastal hub
Among domestic travelers in Korea, a popular catchphrase has taken root to describe the post-vacation blues: Busan fever. The term captures the lingering nostalgia visitors feel for the southern port city's coastal views, vibrant night markets and…
Road connectivity, not a mere concrete path, but a road to development for tribes, says Pawan Kalyan
Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan on Sunday (October 11, 2026) launched Adavi Thalli Baata 2.0, to lay 1,976-km-long roads connecting 1,341 tribal habitations across the State, at a cost of ₹2,052 crore, moving closer to his mission to…
8 fall day trips from Montreal with waterfalls, colourful villages and breathtaking colours
Montreal is gorgeous in autumn, but sometimes you just want to escape the city and chase fall colours somewhere a little quieter. Luckily, you don't have to go far to find storybook small towns, rushing waterfalls and winding roads lined with red…
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