Lisbon’s Gloria funicular derails: What we know about the cause and victims | Tourism News
At least 15 people were killed when Lisbon’s Gloria funicular railcar derailed and crashed, emergency services said. Portugal’s President Marcelo…
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Foreign tourism to the US drops amid Trump-era policies | Donald Trump News
The number of foreign visitors to the United States continues to decline, as a range of policies put forth by the…
Cloud helps support disaster recovery in travel and tourism
The travel and tourism industry has undergone a sea change in the last ten to 15 years, moving from traditional…
The rise of beauty tourism | Travel
Today on The Stream: Cosmetic surgery and beauty tourism thrive in the age of social media, but the pursuit of perfection…
Anger in UK after stone cross disassembled to create Star of David | Tourism
NewsFeed A group of reportedly Jewish tourists sparked anger in the UK after dismantling a hillside cross made of stones…
Thailand wields crypto conversion to strengthen tourism
Thailand will introduce a new cryptocurrency-to-baht conversion system for international visitors starting Monday, aimed at boosting the country’s struggling tourism…
In Hawaii, New Tourism Tax Aims to Offset Costs of Climate Change
Goodbye, flight shaming—hello, “green fees.” www.bloomberg.com #Hawaii #Tourism #Tax #Aims #Offset #Costs #Climate #Change
Saudi Arabia’s New Tourism Play Trades Skyscrapers for Nature
A mountainous province the size of Austria is luring luxury hoteliers and intrepid travelers with its dramatic peaks and culture-packed…
Africa Is the New Frontier for Ultra-Luxury Tourism
A private island off the coast of Tanzania, costing guests around $50,000 a night, is the latest frontier in Africa’s…
Africa’s Luxury Tourism Draws Investors’ Interest
Billionaires, tech moguls, and Middle Eastern investors are pouring capital into African hospitality. They are stepping in to fill a…