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Plans call for making southern Schuylkill a tourist spot
Republican Herald - Pennsylvania
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June 6, 2025
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — Imagine artists, entertainers and food trucks gathered in a venue at St. John and Main streets in the heart of the borough’s business district. That’s what Riverside Plaza, the space between M&T bank and Stine’s Pharmacy, would...
Proposed tourism tax for the City is not the answer
Limerick Post
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June 6, 2025
THE Fine Gael councillors in Limerick’s Metropolitan District strongly oppose Mayor John Moran’s proposed introduction of a tourism tax in the city. Mayor Moran is seeking the Government’s blessing to introduce a hotel tax or levy as part of a...
Call Off The Search! Captain Cook's Ship Positively Identified In Rhode Island
The Travel
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June 7, 2025
After years of debate, it appears the search is over. Captain Cook's ship has been positively identified in Rhode Island. This week, it was announced that the HM Bark Endeavour's final resting spot had been found. While the Australian National...
China’s tourism industry could hit one trillion yuan by 2026: Citi
The Business Times Singapore
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June 5, 2025
[SINGAPORE] China’s tourism sector will gain a boost as the country seeks to diversify from manufacturing to other services, said Citi in a note on Thursday (Jun 5). This could transform the country’s tourism sector into a one trillion yuan...
Future-Proofing Tourism: RTD Academy Empowers Changemakers with Responsible Leadership Development
Travel Daily Media
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June 6, 2025
The Responsible Tourism Development Academy (RTDA), a flagship initiative of the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH), is proud to expand its internationally recognized suite of online training programs—crafted to inspire...
Tracy Berkley Resigns as CEO of the Bermuda Tourism Authority
TNN Bermuda
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June 6, 2025
Hamilton, Bermuda — June 5, 2025 TNN is receiving reports this afternoon that Tracy Berkley, Chief Executive Officer of the Bermuda Tourism Authority (BTA), has officially resigned from her post. A press release provided to TNN with a confirmation...
A 700% APR lending business tied to Dr. Phil’s son is dividing an Alaska tribe
Alaska Beacon
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June 6, 2025
ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Co-published with Anchorage Daily News Reporting Highlights Community Divisions: A tribal lending...
Feds ask court to dismiss timber industry lawsuit that aims to increase Tongass old-growth logging
KTOO - Alaska
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June 6, 2025
The Tongass National Forest covers more than 80% of the land in Southeast Alaska. (Photo by Katie Anastas/KTOO) Listen to this story: https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/05LogSuit_WEB.wav The largest timber companies operating in...
Sunderland sees rise in overnight visitors as tourism bosses aim to stamp it on the map
Sunderland Echo
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June 6, 2025
Sunderland has seen a rise in overnight visitors, according to new tourism figures released this week. People enjoying a walk in the sun along the promenade at Seaburn Beach. | Sunderland EchoBuilding on a strong performance in 2023, the report...
10 of the best beaches in Europe to add to your bucket list
The Manual - Oregon
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June 7, 2025
There are few things I love more than lounging on a beach with a book in hand, soaking up the sun and the sound of the waves. I travel to Europe often, and whenever the weather cooperates, I make it a point to visit at least one beach, whether...
Hua Hin – Thailand’s Coastal Gem and the Future Blueprint for Tourism?
Travel Daily Media
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June 6, 2025
Photo: Thai tourism’s future blue print? We explore how Hua Hin might be used as a model for tourism recovery and innovation across the country Tucked along the Gulf of Thailand, just a few hours from Bangkok, Hua Hin remains one of the kingdom’s...
Sikkim Landslide: 80 Stranded Tourists Safely Evacuated
Ommcom News
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June 6, 2025
Gangtok: At least 80 tourists stranded in the northern part of Sikkim due to inclement weather and landslides have been safely evacuated, an official said on Friday. A total of four helicopter sorties were conducted from Pakyong Greenfield Airport...
Willem Blijdorp: Building A Global Business Empire
MENAFN
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June 6, 2025
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Willem Blijdorp initially set his sights on a career in tourism. From 1970 to 1975, he studied at the Hotel Management School in Maastricht, the Netherlands. However, upon graduation, he chose an unexpected path. He...
Philhost 2025 sets the standard for eco-friendly tourism
The Manila Times
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June 6, 2025
THE Philippine hospitality and tourism industry recently celebrated a milestone in its journey toward sustainability, a prelude to the celebration of the country's Environment Month 2025. The 4th annual Philippine Hospitality on Sustainable...
South Kerry village could be set for emergency helicopter landing zone following tourist injury
Irish Independent
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Derrynane GAA club outside Caherdaniel has been added to a list of potential landing sites for both Coast Guard and Air Ambulance helicopters, on the request of a local councillor, following a recent incident with an injured cyclist. Sporting...
This Caribbean island is now safer to visit, says US government
The Manual - Oregon
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June 7, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has lowered its travel advisory for Jamaica, signaling an improvement in safety conditions for American travelers. On May 29, Jamaica’s advisory was downgraded from Level 3, “reconsider travel,” to Level 2, which...
EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar outlines major economic priorities at India-Central Asia Business Council Meet
New Delhi Times
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June 6, 2025
Addressing the India-Central Asia Business Council in New Delhi, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar emphasized the need to strengthen economic ties between India and the Central Asian nations. He welcomed the high-level participation from...
Discover Lancaster’s new president, CEO looks to build on bump in tourism
Central Penn Business Journal - Pennsylvania
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June 6, 2025
Lancaster’s tourism continues to grow and Discover Lancaster’s new president and CEO Jeffrey S. Vasser looks to continue the trend. “It’s very gratifying to join a renowned destination like Lancaster County that continues to grow,” said Vasser. “I...
Southwest Airlines offers new nonstop service to East Coast from Long Beach Airport
Long Beach Press Telegram - California
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June 6, 2025
Travelers boarded the inaugural red-eye flight from Long Beach Airport to the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport on Southwest Airlines on Thursday, June 5, 2025. (Photo by Christina Merino, Press-Telegram/SCNG) Long...
8 New Tourist Attractions to Explore in Hong Kong
Tempo.co
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June 6, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Hong Kong government is developing popular tourist spots to provide new experiences for travelers shifting to more cultural experiences and to benefit the economy. Deputy Secretary Cheuk Wing-hing said there are many...