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Marty Supreme movie drives surge in table tennis tourism
Marty Supreme has been a huge success grossing over $147 million since its opening - and now its spurring a new tourism interest. The New York City -set movie, which sees Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet) use his ping-pong skills to hustle…
At launch of hospitality campaign, Tiong laments rudeness of some tourism frontliners
KUALA LUMPUR: Some public and private sector employees need a change of attitude if Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) is to succeed, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister said he has received numerous complaints from…
Following the Money: Tourism's revenue crisis behind the arrival numbers - PART II
(Article 2 of the 4-part series on Sri Lanka's tourism stagnation) If Sri Lanka's tourism story were a corporate income statement, the top line would satisfy any minister. Arrivals went up 15.1%, targets met, records broke. But walk down the…
Casinos won big in 2025 even as Las Vegas saw first post-COVID tourism decline
Las Vegas Strip and downtown casinos closed out 2025 with a slight uptick in gambling revenue despite a significant drop in visitors and signs of pricing fatigue among customers, according to public data and industry analysts. The Las Vegas gaming…
Marriott Expects Olympics and World Cup Lift: Live Tourism as New 'Norm
Marriott expects major sporting events like the World Cup and Olympics to significantly boost hotel bookings and revenues. The company sees 'event travel' or 'Live Tourism' as a new norm, with steady demand for experiential travel driving growth.
Property and tourism sectors boost Cyprus economic index
The Cyprus Composite Leading Economic Index (CCLEI) recorded a year-on-year increase of 2.9 per cent in January 2026, according to the most recently revised data published by the Economics Research Centre (CypERC) of the University of Cyprus. The…
Mohammed bin Rashid Approves the Development of Al Layan Oasis, a Major New Tourism Hub
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, approved the Al Layan Oasis development project, a new environmental and recreational destination in the emirate. Spanning one…
'Tourism, entertainment key drivers of Lagos' economic growth' - The Nation Newspaper
Stakeholders in Nigeria's tourism and entertainment sectors have reaffirmed the importance of tourism as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation and regional integration following the launch of the Nairobi Lifestyle Tour scheduled for April…
House Committee pledges stronger backing for tourism sector - The Nation Newspaper
The Chairman, House Committee on Delegated Legislation, Rt. Honourable Richard Olufemi Bamisile has reaffirmed the National Assembly's commitment to strengthening Nigeria's tourism sector through effective legislation and strategic oversight during…
Lt. Gov. Nungesser outlines 2026 tourism initiatives at Shreveport Chamber breakfast
SHREVEPORT, La. — Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser delivered the keynote address Tuesday morning at the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce breakfast, highlighting the state's upcoming tourism initiatives for 2026. Speaking at the Petroleum Club…
This Unknown Caribbean Island With Untouched Beaches Is Breaking Tourism Records
Tired of your usual Cancuns and Punta Canas, with the jam-packed resorts, bachelor parties, and week-round debauchery? This lesser-known island in the Caribbean, with virtually untouched beaches, turquoise waters, and authentic culture, still has…
AI Summit: Representatives of hotel associations meet tourism minister over high room tariffs
Representatives from the hospitality sector, including members of hotel associations met Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat during the last two days amid reports of skyrocketing hotel room tariffs ahead of the upcoming India AI Impact…
Budget reflects a maturing economy
Budget has clearly prioritised a Viksit Bharat—fiscal prudence and structural strengthening over short term incentivisation. Three thematics emerge from the Budget It is a clear push towards Atmanirbharta Support for R&D, testing and…
NYC Mayor Mamdani pushing for free bus pilot program during FIFA World Cup
The Mamdani administration is pushing for a free bus pilot program to be conducted over five weeks this summer as New York hosts this year's FIFA World Cup, a source familiar with the matter told the Daily News. The mayor's proposal is to run all…
Cuba is reaching 'breaking point' as fuel shortage worsens. What to know - National
The suspension of Air Canada flights to Cuba after the country warned airlines of a fuel shortage marks the latest blow for the island's economy amid increased pressure from the Trump administration. Cuba had been weathering economic hardship…
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