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Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) board members have approved a 9% salary increase and 50% bonus for tourism chief Steve Hill, bringing his total compensation to over $780,000. The 9% salary bump will raise Hill's annual salary from $495,000 to over $539,000, while
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The Thai government has withdrawn a draft law aimed at legalizing gambling in the country, just 24 hours before it was set to be deliberated in parliament. The bill, which would have allowed casinos and entertainment complexes to operate, was considered a key part of the government's plan
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Foreign tourists are trickling back to China after the country loosened its visa policy to unprecedented levels, attracting more than 20 million visitors in 2024. The government's bid to boost tourism, the economy, and soft power has led to the relaxation of visa regulations, allowing citizens from 74
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The United States government has taken a step to tighten travel restrictions for Nigerian citizens, reducing the validity of most non-immigrant visas issued to them to just three months, effective July 8, 2025. According to the US Embassy in Abuja, this policy change is a reciprocal measure, matching Nigeria'
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Domestic tourism in Brazil continued its upward trajectory in 2024, accounting for 60% of departures made by tour operators, with 5.88 million passengers traveling within the country. This significant movement generated R$5.46 billion in revenue, representing 25% of the total value sold by operators affiliated with Braztoa.
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This summer, Sheshan Resort in Shanghai has kicked off its summer carnival season with a variety of themed activities and tourism products. The "Passionate Summer, Renewal Carnival" event brings together the rich scenic spots and hotel resources in the region, offering seven major themed routes catering to different
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Investigations have revealed the alarming rates of tourists engaging in deviant leisure practices (DLPs) within the Kruger National Park, a protected sanctuary in South Africa. The study, conducted by researchers from Tshwane University of Technology, sought to understand the extent of DLPs among visitors and the underlying reasons for these
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National parks such as Acadia, which draw over 4 million visitors annually and generate $475 million in local spending, are on the cusp of significant changes. President Donald Trump's executive order increasing fees for nonresidents has raised concerns about the impact on Maine's tourism economy, particularly
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San Francisco's tourism industry, a vital component of the city's economy, experienced a significant decline in visitors over the July Fourth holiday weekend, traditionally one of the busiest times of the year. Despite favorable weather and the return of pre-pandemic activities, merchants reported a sharp decrease
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A new tourist automobile route, Cave Temples, has been presented in the Voronezh Region by Rosneft and the Voronezh Tourist Information Centre. The route allows travelers to explore the most picturesque places in the region, passing through the infrastructure of Rosneft roadside services. The route's total length is
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Malaysia has overtaken Thailand as the most-visited country in Southeast Asia in the first quarter of 2025, with 10.1 million international tourists, while Vietnam welcomed 6 million visitors and Singapore recorded 4 million. Thailand's tourism industry has struggled to regain the Chinese market, with a 24% year-on-year
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US cities have proven to be a magnet for international travelers, securing a notable number of top spots in the 2025 Yanolja Attractiveness Index. The index, developed by Yanolja Research, Purdue University's CHRIBA Institute, and Kyung Hee University's H&T Analytics Center, evaluates the appeal
