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Conrad announces draft Film Tourism Policy, seeks feedback

The Shillong Times · June 3, 2025

SHILLONG, June 3: In a move to promote Meghalaya as a premier film tourism destination, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, on Tuesday, unveiled the draft Meghalaya Film Tourism Policy 2025 at a special gathering of filmmakers, content creators, and...

Differing reactions from farming and tourism bosses as Galloway National park Plans scrapped

Daily Record & Sunday Mail · June 4, 2025

Farming and tourism bosses have offered different reactions to the decision not to make Galloway Scotland’s third national park. A report on NatureScot’s consultation revealed there was great support among the environment, recreation and tourism...

Mount Etna eruption live: Crater still smouldering after tourists flee strongest volcanic blast in four years

The Independent · June 4, 2025

Report: Tourists ignored warning signs before Mount Etna eruptions Tourists have been reminded to check for warnings before climbing towards the summit of Italy's Mount Etna after an eruption sent plumes of ash into the sky and hikers scurrying...

Spain travel chaos as airline cancels flights leaving hundreds grounded

Daily Record & Sunday Mail · June 4, 2025

UK tourists were unable to get home from their holidays in Majorca yesterday. Hundreds of UK travellers were left stranded at Palma de Mallorca Airport yesterday after several flights were cancelled due to 'air traffic control restrictions'....

Asia mulls the growing importance of halal tourism

Travel Daily Media · June 4, 2025

While halal travel is commonly something equated with the Middle East, travel professionals need to be aware that it also applies to other parts of the world, particularly South and Southeast Asia which both have sizeable Muslim populations....

Government Commits $15.2M to Future-Proof Milford Sound for Sustainable Tourism Growth

Hospitality Business · June 4, 2025

The Government has today announced a $15.2 million investment to upgrade infrastructure and enhance conservation at Milford Sound Piopiotahi, ensuring one of New Zealand’s most treasured natural destinations is protected while enabling sustainable...

National travel associations visit Kashmir, optimistic about tourism recovery by mid-2025

Tourism Breaking News · June 4, 2025

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - IST June 4, 2025 In a joint visit led by MTOA, key travel associations including ADTOI, TAAI, TAFI, OTOAI and IATO met Farooq and Omar Abdullah in Kashmir to discuss tourism revival. “The situation is normal with most...

NYC snubbed on new ‘10 best hotels in the world’ list compiled by expert travel reviewers

New York Post · June 4, 2025

La Liste just revealed the top 10 best hotels in the world — and none of the luxury ones in New York made the elite list. With so many incredible travel destinations — it’s hard to narrow down the best places to stay, but the Paris-based company...

11 UK airports could 'slash waiting times' at security thanks to new travel rule

Birmingham Live · June 4, 2025

Queues at security at 11 UK airports could "significantly reduce" thanks to a new travel rule that's come into place. New security scanners are being rolled out in the UK, which is predicted to cut queues and save time while travelling. While...

Images of the Day: Celebrating Pride Month in travel retail and aviation

The Moodie Davitt Report · June 4, 2025

Our regular feature, brought to you in association with Duty Free Global from Ireland, celebrates memorable scenes, moments, launches and campaigns related to the global aviation and travel retail sphere. INTERNATIONAL. Today’s images honour Pride...

Edinburgh risks 'pricing itself out of the market', tourism chiefs warn

The Herald (Scotland) · June 4, 2025

City of Edinburgh Council leader Jane Meagher has previously declared the levy, capped at five nights in a row, will provide a “once in a lifetime opportunity to invest tens of millions of pounds towards enhancing and sustaining the things that...

UAE hotels set for busy Eid as travel boom continues

The National News ·

Hotels across the UAE are gearing up for a busy Eid Al Adha break, with more than half of the rooms already booked and some industry experts forecasting full occupancy. Experts believe bookings can be attributed to the continued popularity of...

Campervan tourists in Highlands could make 'financial contribution': Forbes

The Herald (Scotland) · June 4, 2025

Asked for her view on the suggestion that has been raised of a tax on campervans in the Highlands, given the congestion and impact, Deputy First Minister Ms Forbes replied: “Well, as a local Highlander, I do understand the frustrations that people...

SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS POSITIONING ITSELF AS A PREMIER YACHTING DESTINATION IN THE CARIBBEAN

Times Caribbean · June 3, 2025

Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew BASSETERRE, SAINT KITTS, JUNE 03, 2025 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has hailed the sale of the marina assets and operations at Christophe Harbour to...

ONYX Hospitality Group Unveils "Amari Bangsaen" – A Vibrant New Beachfront Destination

Malay Mail · June 4, 2025

Catering to Every Lifestyle with World-Class Service, Amari Bangsaen is Set to Create Unforgettable Vacation Moments BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 4 June 2025 - ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company in...

Samruddhi Expressway to open completely on June 5, will cut Mumbai-Nagpur travel time to 8 hours

CNBC-TV18 · June 4, 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is set to inaugurate the final 76-kilometre stretch of the ambitious Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway on June 5. The final section of the expressway links Igatpuri (Nashik) and Amane in Thane. Maharashtra State...

Not all Aussies are on board with tourist taxes as Hawaii imposes new 'Green Fee' for tourists

Nine · June 3, 2025

Last week, Hawaii became the latest holiday hotspot to introduce a fee for tourists visiting the islands. The "Green Fee" will be added on to hotel room stays and other short-term visits across the state, with the proceeds going toward...

[Photos] How Genting Highlands’ Nature Trails Are Becoming Malaysia’s Hottest Eco-Destination

The Rakyat Post · June 4, 2025

Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter, or Telegram and WhatsApp channels for the latest stories and updates. When you think of Genting Highlands, casinos and theme parks probably spring to mind. But at the Genting Nature Adventures (GNA)’s Conference...

Tourism drives holiday economy

China Daily ·

An international travel agency representative waves a traditional Beijing kite at the Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference, which opened on Tuesday in the Chinese capital. The conference highlighted that the city received 1.46 million...

Travel Marketing Summit agenda takes flight with Tourism Aus and an earned-first masterclass

Mumbrella · June 4, 2025

Cycles of salience with Tourism Australia and earned-first thinkers expand the Mumbrella Travel Marketing Summit itinerary. The summit takes place at Crown Sydney on 28 August, and will see leading marketers, innovators and industry leaders gather...