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Tourism News

The latest tourism and destination news from around the world. Read exclusive interviews with leaders, see the latest marketing campaigns, and understand the bigger issues like coronavirus recovery and destination development.

Tourism

Tunisian government cracks down on popular tourist spots during Ramadan

Like Egypt to the east, Tunisia's new government must decide how it can balance the religious beliefs of its leaders with the compromises that are necessary for making a well-functioning, free society -- if that's indeed what they want.

Skift | 12 years ago

Tourism

The Greek tourism industry isn’t having such a terrible summer after all

Nothing like German politicians and Hollywood starts coming to the rescue of your country's tourism sector. Perhaps they'll visit London next?

Helena Smith, The Guardian | 12 years ago

Tourism

Trade between U.S. and Mexico has come back strong, but border issues remain a challenge

Although Tijuana, Baja California remains the world's busiest border crossing, most tourist arrivals to Mexico bypass the land crossings for airborne arrivals in Cancun, Mexico City, and other leisure destinations.

Dudley Althaus, Houston Chronicle | 12 years ago

Tourism

Solo trekkers must now hire local guide or porter in Nepal

The government’s decision seems like a win-win, keeping solo trekkers safe for about $10 per day and boosting the local economy by providing jobs; however, experienced trekkers may yearn for their once solo adventure.

Skift | 12 years ago

Tourism

U.S. looks to grow economy by pushing travel, streamlining visa process

The fastest growing sector of inbound tourists to the U.S. is from Brazil, China, and India -- thanks largely this year to the eased visa rules.

Skift | 12 years ago

Tourism

Ebola outbreak hits the heart of Uganda’s nascent tourism industry

Originating next to the country’s most visited national park during Uganda’s peak visiting season, Ebola is causing millions of dollars of cancellations although no official warning has been issued yet.

The Daily Telegraph | 12 years ago

Tourism

Caucasus countries fight over who has the best wine scene

If Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia could just lay down their 16th-century rivalries and get along for a minute people may remember what a rich history the Caucasus holds and book a trip rather than giggle at their perennial spats.

Skift | 12 years ago

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Venice embarks on its month-long design conference with a floating theater

As architects and designers descend on the floating city for La Biennale di Venezie, the Archipelago Cinema should bring attendees' attention to the city's most pressing design issue of all -- its rising water levels.

Skift | 12 years ago

Cruises

Aussie Gold Coast mayor’s search for tourism boost could ruin legendary surf spots

Foreign surfers and global competitions bring an estimated $3.3 billion to the Gold Coast, but the proposed locations for new cruise ship terminals would wreck these world-renowned breaks and harsh the mellow of surfers worldwide.

Skift | 12 years ago

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SkiftStats: Canada’s May 2012 tourism numbers see lots of U.S. love

Canada is only a car ride away from the U.S. and it shows in these numbers: two out of every three visitors is from south of the border.

Skift | 12 years ago