Tourism
The Uganda Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has introduced a free skills training program for the youth to enhance their employability. The apprenticeship program aims to provide training to at least 150 young men and women each year, totalling 750 in a period of five years. This initiative is
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The Amhara region, once the backbone of Ethiopia's tourism industry, has fallen silent. Home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Lalibela, Gondar, and the Simien Mountains National Park, this region was a magnet for visitors seeking to experience the country's rich cultural and historical heritage.
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As President Trump makes plans to celebrate the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, his administration is also implementing a travel ban and visa restrictions on 19 countries, raising concerns about the impact on visitors and athletes. Despite these restrictions, athletes competing in the Olympic Games and World Cup
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Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia along their disputed border are starting to impact tourism in Thailand, particularly in the seven border provinces. According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), forward bookings for flights in August have slowed down due to border skirmishes. Chanthaburi tourism operators have reported cancellations from
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Summer is the peak tourist season in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China, where various regions are developing natural resources while protecting them to create new tourism scenes and experiences. Hiking on ancient trails, stargazing in the desert, and camping on the grasslands
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U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen has expressed concern that the proposed Visa Bond Pilot Program could further harm the tourism industry in Nevada, which is already struggling due to President Trump's chaotic trade and immigration policies. The program, which imposes a substantial fee on international visitors seeking to
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Fake hotel booking scams on Facebook are wreaking havoc on Thailand's tourism industry, with tourists losing millions of dollars in 2023 alone. These scams target tourists with irresistible discounts, leaving many stranded and financially ruined. The Royal Thai Police and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) are sounding the
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Ethiopian Airlines Group is set to significantly boost its presence in the country's domestic market and tourism industry. CEO Mesfin Tasew announced that the airline will expand its domestic network to 26 locations from 21 by adding five new destinations within the next six months. This expansion is
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Ethiopian Airlines Group has announced an ambitious expansion of its domestic network and tourism-focused projects, with a focus on developing infrastructure and services to support national tourism and financial performance. The airline will add five new domestic destinations within the next six months, increasing its domestic reach from 21 to
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U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer has stood with Western NY business leaders to say enough is enough, as the state is being hit harder than nearly anywhere else in the country by plummeting summer tourism and rising prices due to Trump's tariffs. Schumer announced Democrats will force a
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Senator Chuck Schumer has sounded the alarm on the devastating impact of Trump's tariffs on Canada, citing plummeting summer tourism, rising prices, and a staggering nearly 975,000 fewer travelers across the U.S.-Canada border since Trump took office. The Senator announced Democrats will force a vote
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The US State Department has introduced a pilot programme requiring travellers from certain countries to pay bonds of up to $15,000 to enter the United States. The 12-month programme targets visitors from countries with historically higher visa overstay rates, including Malawi and Zambia, which will be the first to
