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Thai tourism taps medical and wellness pick-me-up
TTR Weekly
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August 17, 2025
BANGKOK, 18 August 2025: Together, medical and wellness tourism could contribute USD17 billion annually to Thailand’s economy, making it one of the most profitable tourism segments in the Kingdom. That was the key takeaway of Skål International...
Fiji promotes eco-tourism
The Fiji Times
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August 18, 2025
Fiji marked a historic milestone by hosting the recent Global Sustainable Tourism Conference (GSTC) 2025 in Nadi. The international event, held in the Pacific for the first time, brought together more than 350 delegates from over 30 countries....
Visit Vietnam: Smart Platform to Transform Tourism Experience
OpenGov Asia
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August 17, 2025
Vietnam has taken a significant step in reshaping its tourism landscape with the official launch of the national tourism data platform “Visit Vietnam” in Quang Ninh. The initiative represents a bold move towards creating a unified digital...
US tourist, 63, attacked by shark, severely injured while spearfishing in the Bahamas
New York Post
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August 17, 2025
A 63-year-old American tourist was severely injured after a shark attacked him while he was spearfishing in the Bahamas, according to authorities. The frightening encounter occurred just after 1 p.m. Sunday near Big Grand Cay, a remote stretch of...
I retired early and now travel the world staying in Airbnbs
AOL
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Kelly Benthall Kelly Benthall and her husband in a series of personal travel photos.For Travel + Leisure’s column Traveling As, we’re talking to travelers about what it’s like to explore the world through their unique perspectives. Burnt out from...
Siachen, Galwan to be developed as new tourism attractions in Ladakh: LG
The Print
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August 17, 2025
Jammu, Aug 17 (PTI) Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Sunday said his administration is planning to develop Siachen, the world’s highest battlefield, and Galwan valley as new tourism attractions in the Union Territory. He said Ladakh is “far...
Actions to promote Greek tourism in Corinth, Patras and Kos
Tornos News
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August 16, 2025
The Municipality of Corinth and the Hellenic Tourism Organization are moving forward with actions to promote tourism. In detail, the Municipality of Corinth, within the framework of the implementation of the tourism promotion actions, is planning...
WTTC | All Roads Lead to Rome: Summit to Power Tourism in the Next Decade
Tornos News
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August 17, 2025
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the first speakers for its 25th annual World Summit, which will be held in Rome from 28 to 30 September. This year’s event, supported by the Italian Ministry of Tourism, the Italian National...
The "invasion" of artificial intelligence in travel - 1 in 3 Americans blindly follow its suggestions
Tornos News
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August 16, 2025
Travelers' trust in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for planning and booking trips is at an all-time high, with new data showing that this trend is now going mainstream. According to a recent study by Phocuswright, 33% of travelers in the...
Siachen, Galwan valley to be developed as new tourist destinations in Ladakh: LG
Firstpost
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August 17, 2025
Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta plans to develop Siachen and Galwan valley for tourism, promoting adventure, spiritual and religious tourism to highlight Ladakh’s beauty and potential. Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Sunday said his...
Travel Gorakhpur To Shamli In Just 6 Hours: New Expressway To Transform Travel Across UP
News24
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August 17, 2025
A major step is being taken towards improving the transport system in Uttar Pradesh with the construction of Gorakhpur-Shamli Expressway, which will give a new direction to the infrastructure of the state. This 700 km long Greenfield project will...
Two US Tourists In Their 70s Die In Separate Drownings At Carnival’s Bahamas Island
Times Now
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August 17, 2025
Photo : iStock Two American tourists in their 70s have died in separate drowning incidents on a private island operated by Carnival Cruise Line in the Bahamas. Local authorities confirmed the deaths, which occurred during recreational activities...
Why Cape Town is perfect for slow travel
Cape Town ETC
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August 17, 2025
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Tourism in a warming Kashmir
Greater Kashmir
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August 17, 2025
The fragile Himalayan ecosystem of Jammu & Kashmir, long celebrated for its ethereal landscapes and rich cultural heritage, now faces a pressing crisis at the intersection of two potent forces, climate change and over tourism. As one of India’s...
Goa tourism department taps new markets, plans incentives for charter flights
The Hindu Business Line
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August 17, 2025
Goa: A view of an installation at a beach during the monsoon season, in Goa Goa tourism department is tapping new markets and is preparing a policy to incentivise international charter flights to the state. This comes amid a drop in traffic from...
Easy Continental Travel Agency launches RwandAir operation in Liberia
The New Dawn Liberia
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August 17, 2025
By Lincoln G. Peters Liberia’s aviation agency, Easy Continental Travel Agency, over the weekend officially launched RwandAir’s operation in Liberia, aiming to boost the Liberian aviation sector and showcase the country’s rich tourism and cultural...
Hainan in China unveils new tourism experiences
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 17, 2025
Hainan’s “Cool Hainan” campaign promotes scenic spots, cultural festivals, and unique tourism experiences to attract global visitors from 85 visa-free countries. Hainan is the only tropical island province in China, blessed with superior natural...
Morocco tourism nights up 13% in first half of 2025
Hespress
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August 17, 2025
HESPRESS English – Morocco News Hespress ENSunday 17 August 2025 - 21:43 Morocco’s classified accommodation establishments recorded a 13 percent increase in overnight stays during the first half of 2025 compared with a year earlier, driven by a 16...
Goa wins Best Wedding Destination at TTF Mumbai 2025
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 17, 2025
Goa Tourism received the Best Wedding Destination Award at TTF Mumbai 2025, highlighting its scenic venues, cultural heritage, and sustainable tourism vision. MUMBAI, INDIA – Goa Tourism has been honoured with the Best Wedding Destination Award at...
India’s tourism sector poised for strong growth amid rising demand
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 17, 2025
India’s tourism sector is set for rapid expansion, driven by surging domestic travel, luxury hospitality growth, rising incomes, and infrastructure investments reshaping the country’s position in global tourism. India’s tourism sector is entering...