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As the Gulf region transforms into a hub for cultural immersion, a new report by PwC Middle East and Mabrian Technologies highlights the evolving mindset of tourists from the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. This shift is triggered by a new generation of travelers who prioritize cultural experiences over traditional
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Pattaya, a coastal city in Thailand, is making a significant push to attract Japanese tourists, having recently hosted the Pattaya Variety Roadshow to Japan 2025 in Osaka. The event, led by Thitiphan Petchtrakul, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya, aimed to showcase the city's tourism offerings and expand its appeal
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The Department of Tourism, BTC, has announced an initiative to send 20 students for a hotel management and hospitality course for the third consecutive year. The course will be conducted at the Food and Craft Institution in Samaguri, Nagaon, and will cover a one-year course and six months of training.
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Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Ghana's Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, has emphasized the importance of continuous training and capacity building for hotel staff to enhance service quality. The comment was made during the launch of the Eagles Hospitality School, a partnership between Eagles Hospitality Group and
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Vietnam has rolled out a series of favourable visa policies to attract international tourists, with a goal of driving the tourism sector's breakthrough growth in the next few years. Industry leaders and experts, however, believe that more open and convenient visa reforms are needed to enhance the country&
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The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will soon launch a unified tourism visa that enables travelers to visit all six member states with a single application. GCC Secretary General Jassem Al Budaiwi announced the initiative, highlighting its alignment with the council's long-term strategic goals of modernizing regional travel infrastructure
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The Welsh Government is considering introducing a visitor levy to help support a thriving, sustainable tourism industry in Wales. The proposed levy would allow councils to charge a small additional fee on overnight stays, which would be reinvested in local tourism infrastructure and activities. The Visitor Accommodation (Register and Levy)
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Fueled by government policies and attractive tourist packages, this summer promises to be a bumper season for tourism in China. The number of railway passenger trips between July 1 and August 31 is expected to reach 953 million, marking a year-on-year increase of 5.8 percent, according to the Ministry
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is defending its complicated registration process for the latest domestic travel subsidy scheme, which has experienced technical glitches and crashes on the first day of registrations. The agency, led by governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, has pledged to regulate room prices and guard against overcharging by
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Egyptian for Tourism Resorts has released a disclosure form in compliance with Article 29 of the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) Listing Rules, ensuring that all stakeholders have access to relevant information. This move reflects the company's ongoing commitment to transparency and regulatory compliance, vital for maintaining investor confidence. The
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North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, has seen his long-held vision for a massive tourism industry take shape with the opening of the Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Area, dubbed "North Korea's Waikiki" by South Korean media. The resort, capable of accommodating nearly 20,000
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Pakistan is set to introduce a direct ferry service from Gwadar to Gulf countries, aiming to strengthen regional trade, improve passenger movement, and attract tourism. The move is expected to enhance Pakistan's connectivity with the Middle East and provide a much-needed economic lift to the Balochistan region. The
