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Europe hits 40ºC as heatwave threatens tourism industry, wildlife
A severe heatwave gripped much of Europe on Sunday, with temperatures nearing 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), prompting nationwide warnings, transport disruption and signs of strain on wildlife and at tourist hotspots. The heat…
A Q&A With Patrice Beersingh Of Brand Caribe About Tourism, Culture, Cayman, Music Festivals And The Value Of The Local
Rooftop Vibes at ONE | GT in Grand Cayman I flew to Grand Cayman for the weekend and didn't go to the beach once. I should be ashamed to admit this. The island's feted Seven Mile Beach, after all, is as gloriously picture-perfect as they come. It's…
Purposeful travel: Reset and restore in Costa Rica through eco-tourism and nature
Costa Rica occupies a stretch of Central America, bordered by both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea. Here, you'll discover a slower pace of life that is highly attuned to nature: mornings are set by light rather than alarms, and days seem to…
Minister has 'no difficulty' with powers for cities to introduce tourism tax
Minister for Housing James Browne has said he has “no difficulty” with powers being given to cities who want to introduce a so-called “ tourism tax” despite opposition from hoteliers. A nightly levy imposed on tourists…
Tourism Department explores opportunities to boost cruise tourism in Mangaluru
With a view to boost the local economy, generate employment and bring Karnataka's cruise tourism to the forefront, the Karnataka Tourism Department is planning to extend the docking hours of the cruise in New Mangalore Port from 12 hours to 48…
Saudi Tourism: Is It Finally About To Happen?
After many prior announcements — all of which turned out to be premature — the Saudi government is now preparing to offer Tourist Visas to those interested in seeing Saudi Arabia for reasons other than business and religious…
Tirupati promotes yoga tourism by holding camps at key local attractions
The Tirupati district administration has made every effort over the last two weeks to promote yoga alongside tourism by holding camps at various tourist attractions. District Collector S. Venkateswar, who performed yoga along with district…
Indians second biggest takers for China's 'tech' tourism
This article was originally published in Rest of World, which covers technology's impact outside the West. For decades, the pilgrimage route for ambitious tech founders, investors, and engineers led to Silicon Valley. Now, a growing number of them…
Scams targeting foreign nationals soar in South Korea amid K-culture tourism boom
SEOUL – As more fans from overseas travel to South Korea for concerts, merchandise and other cultural experiences, police data has shown a sharp rise in fraud reports filed by foreign nationals. According to data from South Korea's National…
HK ranked global No. 2 Muslim-friendly destination, rising for the second consecutive year
Hong Kong has claimed second place for 'Muslim-friendly Destination of the Year' among non-Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (non-OIC) destinations in the Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI), moving up one spot from last year. SCROLL TO CONTINUE…
Why Nervous System Regulation Has Become Wellness's Latest Obsession
Nervous system regulation has become one of wellness's most discussed topics as consumers increasingly prioritize recovery, balance and resilience. From wellness influencers and therapists to menopause specialists and recovery-focused wellness…
First K-pop, now K-books: Korea hopes its next big export is literature
Korea has conquered global airwaves with its pop music and dominated television screens with its sleek dramas. Now, Seoul is making its most aggressive push yet to ensure that the next global Korean wave phenomenon begins on the printed page.
This Futuristic Resort In Antigua Will Have AI Butlers, Robot Delivery, And An Over-Water Chapel
Aerial view of Long Bay Zen Resort in Antigua Antigua is known for its warm water, sailing harbors, and relaxed beach lifestyle, but Long Bay stands out as a more private spot compared to the island's popular resorts. Located on the northeast coast…
Sushi chain Choushimaru to expand U.S. business
Japanese sushi restaurant operator Choushimaru plans to expand its U.S. joint venture business, its president, Ken Ishii, said in a recent interview. During a test period through the end of fiscal 2027, the company plans to increase Sushi Nigiriba…
An Armenian tycoon has a private zoo. Now he wants the world's biggest Jesus statue
Behind the walls of a sprawling estate on the outskirts of Yerevan, six tigers prowl behind a fence, three lions pace their enclosures, and alligators bask in the afternoon heat. Further into the compound, more animals appear. Beneath a gilded…
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