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Bamburgh Beach Crowned the UK's Best Seaside Spot for the Fourth Year Running - Here's Why

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4 Nov, 2024

Bamburgh Beach Crowned the UK's Best Seaside Spot for the Fourth Year Running - Here's Why


The seaside might not be your first thought for an autumnal getaway, but a charming coastal town with its own...

Europe's Secret Season: Travel Like a Local, Save a Fortune, and Beat the Crowds

World

24 Oct, 2024

Europe's Secret Season: Travel Like a Local, Save a Fortune, and Beat the Crowds


While summer in Europe gets all the attention, the best time to explore the continent might actually be during a...

Scenic Eclipse: A Luxurious Yacht Experience Unlike Any Other

World

12 Oct, 2024

Scenic Eclipse: A Luxurious Yacht Experience Unlike Any Other


Scenic Eclipse, known as “the world’s first discovery yacht”, offers a distinct experience compared to traditional cruise ships. Juna Ueda,...

Revealed: The 7 Cities in the Running for the Prestigious 2025 European Capital of Smart Tourism Award

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26 Sep, 2024

Revealed: The 7 Cities in the Running for the Prestigious 2025 European Capital of Smart Tourism Award


The European Commission has unveiled the finalists for the 2025 European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism Awards, recognizing...

Norway's Fjords: A Paradise Under Threat From Tourism Boom

World

25 Sep, 2024

Norway's Fjords: A Paradise Under Threat From Tourism Boom


Norwegians are putting their natural environment (and weekend activities) ahead of tourism’s economic benefits. In Norway, nature is something of...

This Plastic Tunnel in England Is Now a Top Tourist Attraction - And People Are Divided

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24 Sep, 2024

This Plastic Tunnel in England Is Now a Top Tourist Attraction - And People Are Divided


From the Natural History Museum in London to The Shambles in York, there are plenty of free tourist attractions across...

Thomas Cook India Expands its Footprint in Chennai: New Outlet Caters to City's Growing Travel Demand

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22 Sep, 2024

Thomas Cook India Expands its Footprint in Chennai: New Outlet Caters to City's Growing Travel Demand


Thomas Cook (India) Limited, India's leading omnichannel services company, has inaugurated its new franchise outlet in Chromepet, Chennai. This move...

Sikkim to Build Fossil Park Featuring 1.5 Billion-Year-Old Stromatolites - A Major Boost for Science and Tourism

World

22 Sep, 2024

Sikkim to Build Fossil Park Featuring 1.5 Billion-Year-Old Stromatolites - A Major Boost for Science and Tourism


In a groundbreaking move for both science and tourism, Sikkim Chief Minister has unveiled plans for the development of a...

King Charles Launches Gin Bar at Sandringham Estate: A Royal Tipple for Tourists

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20 Sep, 2024

King Charles Launches Gin Bar at Sandringham Estate: A Royal Tipple for Tourists


King Charles, who has been actively changing things around in his royal estates, unveiled a brand-new change at his beloved...

Australia's Port Lincoln Facing Water Crisis: British Expats on Alert

World

18 Sep, 2024

Australia's Port Lincoln Facing Water Crisis: British Expats on Alert


Authorities fear "time is running out" to keep the taps flowing in a city home to hundreds of British expats...

Pamplona Bans New Tourist Flats: Bull-Running Festival City Cracks Down on Overtourism

World

13 Sep, 2024

Pamplona Bans New Tourist Flats: Bull-Running Festival City Cracks Down on Overtourism


Pamplona, a Spanish city famed for its annual bull-running festival, has become the latest in a string of cities across...

Yellowstone's Tourists: A Hilarious (and Scary) Look at Our National Park's Most Common Visitors

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11 Sep, 2024

Yellowstone's Tourists: A Hilarious (and Scary) Look at Our National Park's Most Common Visitors


Let me establish my tourist bona fides before we go any further. I am a 47-year-old white man who has...

Second Homes for Sale Treble in Welsh County After Council Tax Hike

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7 Sep, 2024

Second Homes for Sale Treble in Welsh County After Council Tax Hike


The number of second homes for sale in a Welsh county has trebled since council tax increased by 200%. There...

Disneyland Paris: Save Up to £18 Per Person On Tickets With This New Deal

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7 Sep, 2024

Disneyland Paris: Save Up to £18 Per Person On Tickets With This New Deal


Disneyland Paris is often described as one of the happiest places on earth - but can be a pricey trip,...

Indians Are Ditching The US And UK For These 10 Surprising Destinations: See The Full List

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7 Sep, 2024

Indians Are Ditching The US And UK For These 10 Surprising Destinations: See The Full List


There's no doubt that Indians love to travel, and this passion has only grown since the Covid-19 pandemic. The craze...

The Insane Amount Of Money Thrown Into Rome's Trevi Fountain And Where It Goes

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5 Sep, 2024

The Insane Amount Of Money Thrown Into Rome's Trevi Fountain And Where It Goes


The Trevi Fountain is one of the most popular and Instagrammable tourist spots in the world. Mostly during summer you...

Palio di Siena: The Dramatic Horse Race That Captivates Italy and the World

World

1 Sep, 2024

Palio di Siena: The Dramatic Horse Race That Captivates Italy and the World


The Palio di Siena, a twice-yearly horse race held in the heart of Tuscany, is more than just a sporting...

Northern Ireland Tourism Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Levels, Generating £1.2 Billion in Revenue

World

30 Aug, 2024

Northern Ireland Tourism Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Levels, Generating £1.2 Billion in Revenue


Northern Ireland's tourism industry has seen a remarkable rebound, exceeding pre-pandemic levels in 2023, according to official figures. The figures...

Seville Cuts Off Water to Illegal Tourist Apartments: A Crackdown on Overtourism?

World

30 Aug, 2024

Seville Cuts Off Water to Illegal Tourist Apartments: A Crackdown on Overtourism?


A council in a Spanish city swarming with tourists has now been allowed to stop the water supply to "illegal"...

Outdoor Vacation Market Booming: Expected to Reach $3,326.4 Billion by 2030

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29 Aug, 2024

Outdoor Vacation Market Booming: Expected to Reach $3,326.4 Billion by 2030


The global outdoor vacation market is on an exhilarating trajectory, with projections indicating a remarkable surge in value. The market...

Iceland Glacier Cave Collapse: One Tourist Dead, Search Called Off After Two Missing Found

World

29 Aug, 2024

Iceland Glacier Cave Collapse: One Tourist Dead, Search Called Off After Two Missing Found


A wall of ice leading to a popular tourist ice cave collapsed in Iceland’s Breidamerkurjokull Glacier yesterday. One unnamed U.S....

Last-Minute August Holiday Deals: Grab a Bargain Before Summer Ends!

World

28 Aug, 2024

Last-Minute August Holiday Deals: Grab a Bargain Before Summer Ends!


Thought it was too late for a sunny European getaway? Think again. One savvy parent has shone a light on...

The Leela Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council: A Milestone in Sustainable Luxury

World

24 Aug, 2024

The Leela Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council: A Milestone in Sustainable Luxury


The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has taken a significant step in reinforcing its position as a leader in luxury...

These Are Officially The World's Best Luxury Train Rides

World

24 Aug, 2024

These Are Officially The World's Best Luxury Train Rides


Trains are a great way to budget travel – where would thousands of young travellers be without the interrail pass,...

Germany Experiences Record-Breaking Summer Tourism: Urban Travel Booming

World

22 Aug, 2024

Germany Experiences Record-Breaking Summer Tourism: Urban Travel Booming


Germany is enjoying a record-breaking summer tourism season, with the allure of urban destinations leading the charge. The German National...

Canadian Government Invests in Land-Based Salmon Farm Startup Samonix

World

22 Aug, 2024

Canadian Government Invests in Land-Based Salmon Farm Startup Samonix


With open-net pen salmon aquaculture set to be banned in British Columbia coastal waters by June 30, 2029, the Canadian...

Penang's Tourism Boom: New Convention Centre & Renowned Hotel Chains to Fuel Growth

World

22 Aug, 2024

Penang's Tourism Boom: New Convention Centre & Renowned Hotel Chains to Fuel Growth


Penang’s hospitality scene is on the brink of a significant transformation with the upcoming launch of two prestigious hotels, JdV...

Park Hyatt Sapporo: Luxury Hotel Set to Open in Hokkaido's Capital City in 2029

World

20 Aug, 2024

Park Hyatt Sapporo: Luxury Hotel Set to Open in Hokkaido's Capital City in 2029


Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced a new venture, revealing that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with...

Cotton Boom or Bust? NT's Controversial 'Silver Bullet' Industry Threatens Iconic Springs

World

20 Aug, 2024

Cotton Boom or Bust? NT's Controversial 'Silver Bullet' Industry Threatens Iconic Springs


At the desert oasis of Bitter Springs, tourists float lazily through water so clear it reflects the piercing blue sky....

Tourist Dies After Selfie Railing Collapses at Bali Waterfall

World

7 Aug, 2024

Tourist Dies After Selfie Railing Collapses at Bali Waterfall


A tourist plunged more than 80 feet to his death in Bali Sunday while trying to take a selfie with...

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