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The Fiji Times
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August 19, 2025
Now that is great news! We welcomed 99,311 visitors last month, marking the highest number of visitors arrival in a single month in our history. According to Tourism Fiji, this milestone surpasses both July, 2024, and pre-pandemic levels in 2019....
One Destination - Thousands of Opportunities: ITE HCMC 2025 Paves the Way for Sustainable Tourism Growth
Korea Herald
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August 20, 2025
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 19th Ho Chi Minh City International Travel Expo – ITE HCMC 2025 will officially take place from 4-6 September 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Tan My Ward, Ho...
Rapa to make Mt Hagen a tourism hub
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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August 20, 2025
‘‘EVERY development is determined by a stable law and order situation. “When there is good law and order in place, it pave ways for investments.’’ These are the words of the Western Highlands Governor Wai Rapa during the 65th Mt Hagen Culture and...
Monk who means business
The Statesman (India)
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August 20, 2025
In the political chronicles of Uttar Pradesh, few moments will resonate with as much symbolism and substance as the recent 24-hour marathon session of the Legislative Assembly. For the first time in the state’s history, elected representatives...
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Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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Minnesota sues TikTok, alleging it preys on young people with addictive algorithms ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota has joined a wave of states suing TikTok, claiming the app uses addictive algorithms that harm young people's mental health. The...
From space mining to tourism, China’s Guangdong blasts off in pursuit of Musk
South China Morning Post
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August 20, 2025
South China’s Guangdong province has announced its ambition to join the country’s commercial space sector race, promising financial and policy support for companies wanting to build low-orbit satellite constellation systems and promote their...
RAK’s one of the fastest-growing markets in the region, say industry leaders
Gulf Business
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August 19, 2025
Images: Ras Al Khaimah Media Office Ras Al Khaimah is undergoing one of the fastest property expansions in the UAE, backed by long-term planning under the vision of Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al...
Crown and out: A user’s guide to the world’s most famous family business
Independent Australia
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From balcony waves to podcast beefs, the Windsors remain Britain’s most entertaining export, writes Vince Hooper. LAST WEEK’S royal news cycle was set spinning by reports that Prince William and Princess Kate may (or may not) have been extended a...
Burma Business & Career Fair 2025 to be held at UMFCCI on 12 Oct
Global New Light Of Myanmar
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August 19, 2025
August 20, 2025 Nyein Nyein 9 Image shows invite poster for the fair. Photo: MEH Myanmar The Burma Business & Career Fair 2025 will take place at the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry on 12 October from 9 am to 5 pm,...
Thailand to Introduce New Crypto to Baht Tourist Payment Sandbox
Fintechs.fi
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August 19, 2025
Thailand is poised to launch TouristDigiPay, an 18-month regulatory sandbox that will allow foreign visitors to convert cryptocurrencies into Thai baht for electronic payments, in a move designed to reinvigorate its tourism sector amid dwindling...
State Tourism Insider meeting will focus on attracting visitors to communities
Daily Freeman Journal - Iowa
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Webster City will be in the spotlight on Thursday, August 28, as the Webster City Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a Tourism Insider meeting sponsored by the Iowa Department of Tourism. This free event is for businesses and attractions located...
Senator John Boozman highlights legislation, women’s suffrage anniversary, and tourism growth
Pulaski Times - Arkansas
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August 19, 2025
Senator John Boozman, U.S. Senator representing Arkansas, recently highlighted several milestones and achievements related to his state and the nation in a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter).On August 18, 2025, Boozman expressed support for...
Boosting tourism: Cape Town International Airport increases immigration capacity
IOL
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Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) will see a smoother international arrivals experience due to a near-doubling of Border Management Authority (BMA) immigration officials. It is a partnership between the BMA, Western Cape Government, and the...
FlyTahoe e-ferry project included in Tahoe Regional Transportation Plan
Marine Log
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August 19, 2025
Written by Marine Log Staff Candela P-12 ferry. (Credit: Candela) FlyTahoe’s proposed cross-lake electric ferry, the Candela P-12, has been highlighted as a key environmental improvement project in the Lake Tahoe Regional Transportation Plan. The...
Scottsdale reports strong tourism impact with record visitor spending and stadium attendance
NE Valley Times - Arizona
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August 18, 2025
Tourism in Scottsdale contributed significantly to the local economy in 2024, with more than 11 million visitors generating $3.7 billion in economic impact, according to an annual analysis led by the city’s Tourism and Events division. The tourism...
GVB asking tourism businesses to renew, join membership
Pacific Daily News
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The Guam Visitors Bureau is asking local tourism businesses, especially optional tour operators, to become GVB members or renew their membership ahead of a major promotional push in Korea set to launch in the coming weeks. With Korean independent...
Big-Ticket Events Set The Stage For Tourism Growth In The Middle East
MENAFN
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August 19, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) 'Big-ticket' events are playing a pivotal role in driving international tourism and accelerating economic growth, experts say. In the GCC alone, the event and exhibition market is expected to reach $827 million by 2029,...
Firm, airline partner to boost Nigeria–Ethiopia tourism
Punch
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August 19, 2025
Finchglow Holidays, Nigeria’s popular name in the travel and tour sector, has announced its partnership with Ethiopian Airlines and Ethiopian Holidays to enhance travel access and tourism experiences between Nigeria and Ethiopia. The development,...
Turkish Airlines to acquire minority stake in Spain's Air Europa
BGNES
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August 19, 2025
Turkish Airlines announced that Air Europa has accepted its €300 million ($350 million) offer to purchase a minority stake in the indebted Spanish airline. In a statement to the Istanbul Stock Exchange regulator (KAP), the Turkish national carrier...
Ras Al Khaimah One Of The Fastest-Growing Markets In The Region, Say Real Estate Industry Leaders
MENAFN
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August 19, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Ras Al Khaimah is experiencing an unprecedented real estate boom, rapidly emerging as one of the most dynamic property markets in the UAE, experts say. The emirate is shaping its skyline as it builds its resilient,...