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Soaring airfares, limited flights stifle tourism potential of Kullu
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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June 6, 2025
The sole Alliance Air flight connecting Kullu with Delhi, which operates only four days a week, has witnessed a sharp rise in demand. Throughout June, ticket prices have frequently exceeded Rs 20,000, rendering the 75-minute journey unaffordable...
Iran blasts Trump for ‘racist mentality’ and hostility to Muslims over travel ban
The Guardian
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June 7, 2025
Tehran has denounced the US travel ban on Iranians and citizens of 11 other mostly Middle Eastern and African countries, saying Washington’s decision was a sign of a “racist mentality”. Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday reviving...
After Laos, Maldives, Sri Lanka, THIS country makes travel visa free, Indians can go with just passport for...
India.com
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June 7, 2025
Home Viral After Laos, Maldives, Sri Lanka, THIS country makes travel visa free, Indians can go with just passport for… A small country, which is located in the middle of the sea in Micronesia, is now allowing Indian citizens to travel without...
U.S. Issues Travel Ban for Citizens from Certain Foreign Countries
JD Supra - California
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June 6, 2025
Real World Impact: President Trump’s travel ban on foreign nationals from certain countries could impact employers whose workforces and hiring plans include individuals from those countries. June 4, 2025 Presidential Proclamation On June 4, 2025,...
The $30 Million Plan to Overhaul Tourism Around Egypt’s Pyramids
Mint
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June 7, 2025
(Bloomberg) -- Some 2.5 million people visit the Pyramids of Giza each year with hopes of an epic experience befitting one of the World’s Seven Wonders. But for decades, a trip to Egypt’s most famous tourist spot meant battling crowds and parrying...
Iran says US travel ban reflects 'racist mentality'
Channel News Asia
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TEHRAN: Tehran denounced on Saturday (Jun 7) the US travel ban on Iranians and citizens of 11 other mostly Middle Eastern and African countries, saying Washington's decision was a sign of a "racist mentality". US President Donald Trump signed on...
Tourism sector: Minister/SAPM, CM G-B discuss digital media’s role
Business Recorder
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June 6, 2025
ISLAMABAD: Fahd Haroon, Minister/Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Digital Media, met with Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan Haji Gulbar Khan and Minister/SACM for Commerce and Youth Affairs Zabiullah, along with other officials. The...
Music Tourism Projected To Hit $267B By 2030
MENAFN
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June 7, 2025
(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka: The global value of music tourism is expected to grow by 18.8pc over the next five years, according to a new report that highlights increasing fan engagement in music travel and rising investment by governments...
10 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Raja Ampat, Indonesia's Last Paradise on Earth
Tempo.co
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June 7, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Raja Ampat, a regency in Southwest Papua, has recently made headlines due to controversial nickel mining activities that threaten its delicate ecosystems. Often referred to as the "Last Paradise on Earth," this region is not...
15 emerging LGBT+ travel hotspots, from Osaka to Medellin
The Independent (U.S.)
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June 7, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
8 Best American Tourister trolley bags: Get, set and go!
Hindustan Times
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June 7, 2025
Travelling light doesn't mean skimping on quality or style. American Tourister has quietly become a favourite for those who want reliable luggage without spending a fortune. From sleek cabin-friendly spinners to roomy check-in cases, the brand...
Lebanon aims to lure back wealthy Gulf tourists to jumpstart its war-torn economy
Associated Press
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June 7, 2025
BEIRUT (AP) — Fireworks lit up the night sky over Beirut’s famous St. Georges Hotel as hit songs from the 1960s and 70s filled the air in a courtyard overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The retro-themed event was hosted last month by Lebanon’s...
Thailand launches new campaigns to revive Chinese tourism and strengthen global market position
The Nation Thailand
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June 7, 2025
TAT Targets 5-7% Growth in Tourism Revenue for 2025 Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), revealed that TAT aims to achieve a 5-7% growth in tourism revenue for the year 2025 compared to the revenue generated...
Mega Boost to Connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, Vande Bharat Train Between Katra, Srinagar Begins Today; Slashes Travel Time to 3 Hours
Latestly
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June 7, 2025
New Delhi, June 7: In a major boost to connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, regular services of the Vande Bharat Express between Srinagar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra commence on Saturday. The Northern Railway has confirmed that the...
Las Vegas casino dealers face layoffs amid tourism slump
Yahoo News
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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Las Vegas, a city famous for its neon lights, packed casinos, and high-stakes thrills, faces a quieter reality. A recent slowdown in tourism is hitting the Strip hard, and it’s the casino dealers who are feeling the brunt of it....
Vande Bharat train between Katra, Srinagar begins today; slashes travel time to just 3 hours
Telengana Today
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June 7, 2025
The Northern Railway has confirmed that the semi-high-speed trains will operate six days a week, significantly reducing the travel time between Kashmir Valley and the prominent pilgrimage hub in Katra Published Date - 7 June 2025, 08:45 AM New...
Provincetown businesses worried about federal policies' impact on tourist season
NECN - Massachusetts
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It's the busy season in Provincetown, Massachusetts, with visitors ferrying in for fun-filled weekends. Businesses at the Cape Cod destination are also banking on their arrival. "We've seen it 20% down already," said Provincetown business owner...
Tourist dies after drinking hallucinogenic tea on Amazon rainforest retreat
The Mirror
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June 6, 2025
A tourist has died after drinking a trance-inducing herbal tea while staying at a spiritual retreat deep in the Amazon rainforest. Aaron Wayne Castranova, 41, suffered a severe reaction after partaking in the hallucinogenic drink in Loreto, part...
Entertainment Destination Center proposed to boost vibrancy of downtown Louisville
WLKY - Kentucky
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June 7, 2025
YES IT DOES. THANK YOU JAY. A PLAN IS IN THE WORKS TO BRING MORE PEOPLE DOWNTOWN. JAMIE MAYES JOINS US LIVE FROM MARKET STREET. JAMIE, WHAT’S BEING PROPOSED? VICKI DORTCH AN ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION CENTER, IS BEING CONSIDERED. PEOPLE WOULD BE...
Why Malta is the ultimate travel destination for gamers
Times of Malta
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June 6, 2025
Located in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta has become a top destination for luxury travellers and serious gamblers alike. Its warm climate, stunning coastline and welcoming culture make it the perfect place to combine leisure with...