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Northern Ireland tourism: Mixed picture for businesses
Cormac Campbell South east reporter It's been a summer of hot weather and big events, perfect conditions, you'd think, for a bumper tourism season. But according to industry leaders the picture across Northern Ireland has been more mixed. According…
Northern Ireland tourism: Mixed picture for businesses
It's been a summer of hot weather and big events, perfect conditions, you'd think, for a bumper tourism season. But according to industry leaders the picture across Northern Ireland has been more mixed. According to Tourism NI 'the vast majority of…
Illinois tourism hits record $50.2B in visitor spending, topping $88B in total economic impact
Illinois tourism reached new peaks last year, breaking records on visitor spending and generating over $88 billion in total economic impact, Gov. JB Pritzker's office announced. The growth was driven by around 115 million domestic and international…
Guyana President Irfaan Ali to Keynote CTO's State of the Tourism Industry Conference in October
His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, president of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, will deliver the keynote address at the Caribbean Tourism Organization's (CTO) State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) 2026, placing the future of…
I live in Thailand and Pattaya shows the worst of tourism - but also the best
The first time I visited Pattaya I confess, I was dubious. Other journalists I know had turned down the job due to the destination's famously seedy reputation. Just an hour's drive southeast of Bangkok, Pattaya has been known as “Sin…
Busan tourism: Urban national park attracts diverse hikers
On the morning of Aug. 25, hikers gathered in small groups outside Beomeosa Station on Busan Metro Line 1, in the city's Geumjeong District, and set off for Geumjeongsan National Park. From the station they walked about five minutes uphill and…
Highland tourism partners unite to strengthen industry voice ahead of Visitor Levy consultation
Highland tourism and business organisations are coming together to coordinate a programme of industry engagement ahead of the forthcoming 12-week statutory consultation on the proposed Highland Visitor Levy. Following Highland Council's decision to…
Saracens Announce Partnership with Saint Lucia Tourism Authority
Saracens is delighted to announce a new partnership with the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA), welcoming the Caribbean destination as the rugby club's Official Destination Partner ahead of the 2026/27 season. The partnership will connect Saint…
Drones deployed over Thailand's 'sin city' for USS Abraham Lincoln visit
Drones have been deployed in the Thai city of Pattaya to boost security amid the influx of thousands of American military personnel on shore leave. Around 5,000 sailors started arriving in Pattaya, known as Thailand's 'Sin City,' on Wednesday…
Travelers flocked to Illinois last year, generating over $88 billion in economic impact
Illinois tourism reached new peaks last year, breaking records on visitor spending and generating over $88 billion in total economic impact, Gov. JB Pritzker's office announced. The growth was driven by around 115 million domestic and international…
Pedicures and a pair of socks: sailors from USS Abraham Lincoln go wild in party resort of Pattaya
On Thursday morning in Pattaya's Colour Nail salon there isn't a spare burgundy lounger to be seen as sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln – male and female alike – settle in for pedicures to take the edge off a gruelling deployment.
Hong Kong Tourism Board unveils new UK strategy to build on strong visitor growth
As Asia's World City, Hong Kong seamlessly pairs a high-paced urban centre, famed for its globally acclaimed bars and Michelin-standard dining, with serene coastal escapes, rugged mountain trails, and a tapestry of distinct neighbourhoods and…
Hotel Industry Back in the Black in July-Thanks to Swiss Guests
After four consecutive months of decline, the Swiss hotel industry recorded a slight increase in overnight stays in July 2026. (File photo) After four consecutive months of decline, the Swiss hotel industry recorded a slight increase in overnight…
Industry leaders to address 'profound' changes at WTTC summit
Sep 4, 202606:24 GMT by Phil Davies “Profound” changes reshaping the world will be reflected by industry leaders at the 26th World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) summit in Malta. More than 200 senior executives are due to attend the…
US troops welcomed to 'Sin City' Pattaya by 'woman with snake' and STD warning
US troops were given a wild welcome to Thailand's notorious party city of Pattaya – coming face-to-face with a woman brandishing a massive yellow snake. A bizarre photograph shows four servicemen gathered around the woman in the street as…
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