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Fatou Mas Jobe Champions Personalized Experiences and Customer Service Excellence at International Travel and Tourism Conference
By Yunus S Saliu At the just concluded International Travel and Tourism Conference (ITTC) held at Tamala Resort in The Gambia, Fatou Mas Jobe delivered an impassioned presentation on the need for exceptional customer service and personalized...

Tourists fear 'beautiful' holiday hotspot is being 'ruined by crowds'
Brits planning to soak up the sun in Croatia are being cautioned about immense crowds that have put a dampener on the holiday experience for some. The bustling hotspot of Dubrovnik, famed for its starring role in mega-hits like 'Star Wars' and...

Visit Maldives unveils dynamic summer campaign to drive European and global tourism
Visit Maldives has unveiled a comprehensive Summer Campaign, implementing a multi-market strategy aimed at increasing tourist arrivals from Europe and other key international markets. The campaign’s primary goal is to enhance visibility of the...
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This Island Off the Coast of Georgia Was Just Named the Most Underrated U.S. Destination—and It's a Retiree Haven With Pristine Beaches
U.S. News & World Report recently released its Best Underrated Travel Destinations in the U.S. list—and one little-known coastal destination made the top of the list. If you’re still trying to decide where to go on vacation this summer—and you...

Kenya taps regional links to boost tourism
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kenya is ramping up efforts to attract more tourists by improving travel infrastructure and strengthening regional cooperation, officials said at the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) in Uganda. Speaking at...

IHCL's Puneet Chhatwal on taking Indian tourism to new heights
India’s hospitality sector underwent structural shifts—as what had begun as a severe shock during the pandemic soon became a phase of rebalancing and reinventing. Illustration: Chaitanya Dinesh Surpur; Image: ShutterstockAs travellers discover a...

India News | Over a Month After Pahalgam Attack, Tourism in Kashmir Begins Journey to Normalcy
Gulmarg (J-K), Jun 2 (PTI) The tourism sector in Kashmir has started the long journey to normalcy as tourists, though in smaller numbers, are returning to the valley after the Pahalgam terror attack served a big blow to the industry. Groups of...

Mount Etna's Eruption Has Tourists Worried Over This Falling From The Sky In Piano Vetore
This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available. The footage is downright scary. However, eruptions are indeed common at Mount Etna. This isn't out of the...

Could Shaikha Al Nowais Become the First Woman to Head UN Tourism?
Shaikha Al Nowais has been nominated to become the first woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism, marking a potentially historic moment for the global travel sector. If confirmed by the UN Tourism General Assembly, she would step into the role in...

I am a travel expert - these 5 common summer travel scams could cost you thousands
As holiday booking season reaches peak fever, many Brits are on the hunt for the best travel bargains. But a travel expert has warned keen holidaymakers to watch out for several scams that could leave you several thousands out of pocket. Thanasis...

Tripura to transform Ludhua Tea Estate into Rs 32-Cr eco-tourism hub
Agartala, June 2: The Tripura government has decided to develop Ludhua tea estate in Sabroom into an eco tourism spot in a bid to boost the state’s tourism sector. The tea estate raised in an area covering 22 acres in South Tripura, produces...

The "Emptiest" Place In The USA Is Now An Underrated Adventure Destination
Las Vegas is one of the most fun-filled cities in the world, and probably Nevada's biggest brand. However, the state is also known for being home to some gorgeous desert towns and stunning vacation spots like the famous Lake Tahoe. Ironically,...

I Love NY Kicks Off Summer Tourism Season With 'Everything You Love'
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the state’s tourism department is kicking off a summer travel and tourism campaign that includes expanded international outreach and a 40-stop mobile marketing tour. A pair of new ads introduce the...

I worked in Maldives for years - there's one little-known island that's perfect for holidaying here on a budget
A Maldivian woman who spent almost 10 years working in the tourism sector at the hugely popular holiday destination has shared her hidden gems and budget tips. The mother-of-one had worked tirelessly behind the scenes, including long hours while...

Revealed: Spain's quiet and uncrowded hidden gems that still want tourists
Spain might be one of the UK's favourite summer holiday destinations, but protests against tourists in leading hotspots such as Barcelona and Majorca have left some Brits put off. But while more than 18 million British tourists visited Spain in...

Popular holiday hotspot hitting millions of tourists with new 'green tax'
Hawaii, a tropical paradise that attracts more than 9.6 million tourists annually, is set to implement a new 'green tax' on all visitors in an effort to combat the climate impact of its thriving tourism industry. The Pacific island state has...
Traffic jams, sold-out hotels and durian feasts: Penang’s tasty chaos as school holidays meet fruit season
GEORGE TOWN, June 2 — The much-anticipated durian season, falling during the school holidays, has once again made Penang a magnet for crowds. Thousands of visitors from across the country, as well as foreign tourists, have been flocking to the...

Holidaymakers vow to 'stop visiting' popular island after new tax announced
A tropical island paradise visited by more than 9.6million holidaymakers every year is set to introduce a ‘green tax’ on all visitors as a way to fight the climate impact of tourism. Hawaii has become the first US state to establish a ‘green tax’...

Philippines Visa-Free for Indians: A Game-Changer for Travel in 2025
PNN New Delhi [India], June 2: In a landmark decision that has excited the Indian travel community, the Philippines has officially introduced visa-free travel for Indian passport holders, allowing a stay of up to 14 days. With this relaxed visa...

Brits vow 'will stop going' to holiday hotspot after introduction of 'green tax'
Hawaii, a tropical island paradise frequented by over 9.6 million tourists annually, is set to impose a new 'green tax' on all visitors in an effort to mitigate the environmental impact of tourism. The island state, nestled in the Pacific Ocean,...