High times in Thailand: New weed laws draw tourists from across Asia
Thailand’s de facto legalization of marijuana last year has brought a wave of tourists from around Asia intrigued by the lure of the forbidden leaf.
Summer railway travel increases significantly year on year
In Shantou, a coastal city in eastern Guangdong, railway passenger number also increased sharply in the first 10 days of the summer travel rush, reaching 150,000 trips, an increase of 91 percent compared with that of 2022.
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Europe’s tourism recovery continues into 2023
The European Travel Commission (ETC) has today released its “European Tourism: Trends & Prospects” report for the second quarter of 2023, which provides a comprehensive analysis of the region’s latest tourism and macroeconomic developments.
London tube workers to strike on July 26, 28
Consequently, London underground train services are most likely to come to a standstill on these dates. Earlier, RMT, another trade union of railway workers appealed for a strike on July 23, 26, 26, 27, and 28.
As light pollution increases, dark sky tourism becomes popular
The consequences of light pollution extend beyond the loss of a dark, starry sky. It disrupts the natural rhythms of wildlife, affecting their breeding, feeding, and migration patterns.
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Egypt and Iran explore tourism links as relations continue to thaw
Egypt will also seek to persuade Iran to drop or reduce its support for Hamas and Islamic Jihad, the two main Palestinian militant groups in the Gaza Strip, which borders Egypt, according to officials.
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Qatar Tourism promises year-round calendar of world-class events
The 2023 Moto GP World Championship, 2023 AFC Asian Cup, and the Geneva International Motor ShowQatar, which coincides with the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2023 in October, are highly anticipated.
Rotorua to host Business Events Industry Aotearoa’s MEETINGS 2024
Rotorua is renowned for its strong sense of community and identity, which makes them ideally placed to help organisations deliver authentic and meaningful experiences that will elevate and enhance their conference, meeting or incentive programme.
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Air travel between Libya and Italy to resume in September after 10-year suspension
Flights between the two countries were halted in 2014 after the European Union blacklisted Libyan airlines and banned them from flying over European airspace.
Uncover Dubai’s indoor gems and soak up the grandeur of its great indoors
Dubai’s indoor museums and cultural places offer a gateway to the city’s rich heritage, artistic prowess, and cultural diversity.