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Tourists stay put in Nepal despite curfews & chaos. Here’s what they think of the Gen Z revolt
Kathmandu: In Thamel, Kathmandu’s bustling nightlife zone, shuttered storefronts line the streets. A military curfew and days of protests have pushed most businesses to err on the side of caution. But foreign tourists still roam the streets,...
Destination Britain Brings Suppliers and Buyers Together to Expand British Tourism Beyond London
Some 53 UK destination management organizations, companies, and attractions met with nearly 50 tour operators and other travel buyers from the U.S., Canada, and Brazil at this year’s Destination Britain – the Americas event at the Paradisus in...

Hotel Villa Cofresí Invests $3 Million in Renovations
Following the 60th anniversary of the opening of Hotel Villa Cofresí in Rincón, General Manager Sandra Yolanda Caro announced a $3 million investment as part of an expansion and modernization plan for the facility. Known for its oceanfront views...

Canada Sounds The Alarm For One Of The World’s Most Iconic Tourist Sites
There are a few tourist sites on every traveler’s bucket list, such as the pyramids in Egypt, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and the Hollywood sign in Los Angeles. These places are relatively safe since they receive hundreds of thousands of tourists...

New tourism circuits being developed in Rajasthan to promote desert, tribal tourism
Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari said the tourism and hospitality sector was contributing 12% to the State’s gross domestic product and creating lakhs of direct and indirect jobs. File | Photo Credit: ANI New tourism circuits being...

Pahalgam Terror Attack: A Devastating Blow To Kashmir’s Tourism Industry
The terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22 has severely affected Jammu and Kashmir’s tourism. The attack, in which 26 innocent civilians were killed by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists, happened at the start of the peak tourist season, destroying...

See 10 most expensive beach resorts in Lagos
Lagos, with a metropolitan population exceeding 22 million and a GDP of $259 billion (PPP), has developed a significant luxury resort sector catering to its affluent demographic. Several beach resorts located on the islands accessible by boat from...

Nepal’s tourism industry staggers under fresh setback as Gen Z protests turn violent
KATHMANDU, Sept 13: The Gen-Z protests of September 8 and 9 not only caused significant human loss and physical damage but also negatively affected the country’s international image and, consequently, its tourism sector. The peak tourist season...

Digital Campaign to Boost Jamaica Community-based Tourism
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has launched a bold new digital campaign. It invites international audiences to discover the island beyond its iconic beaches and resorts. Titled “There’s Always More to Jamaica,” this digital...

Yorkshire Ripper’s unassuming resting place ‘hidden in UK seaside resort’ where 1,000s of tourists flock every year
THE Yorkshire Ripper's little-known resting place is understood to be an idyllic seaside resort just yards from the very streets he once walked. The quaint village of Arnside boasts stunning views of the Lake District and Morecambe Bay and...

Development of state’s Xenia and Ilios hotels
ECONOMY PRIVATIZATIONS The first public-private partnership tender for the development of Tourism Ministry properties, and in particular the three historic Xenia and Ilios hotels, is entering its final stretch. The joint ministerial decision was...

New areas emerging as tourism hotspots in Portugal
The municipalities of Gondomar (Porto district) and Tarouca (Viseu district) recorded the highest growth in tourist overnight stays and accommodation capacity, respectively, between 2019 and 2024, according to data published on the Pordata portal....

Ethiopia Exempts Import Duties on Motor-Powered Boats to Boost Lake Tourism
Addis Ababa, September 13, 2025 (ENA) -- The government of Ethiopia issued a directive allowing businesses to import various types of motor-powered boats for one year, free of all customs duties and taxes, to boost the country’s tourism...
How Hilton Kathmandu, Nepal’s tallest hotel, was built and destroyed in hours
Nepal’s skyline was clouded with smoke this week after Hilton Kathmandu, the country’s tallest hotel, was destroyed during violent anti-government protests. Dramatic footage showed the glass tower engulfed in flames as demonstrators, largely from...

Tourism slump as ferry disruption and rising costs hit visitor numbers
FERRY disruption and rising costs are being blamed for a drop in visitor numbers this summer as tourism businesses warn the Island is losing out to cheaper European destinations. Jersey Heritage, La Mare Wine Estate and Seymour Hotels made the...

Ground report: Nepal's casinos vandalised, tourism struggles to recover
Nepal is slowly emerging from five days of violent protests that have left at least 50 people dead and caused widespread damage across several cities. While the protests initially targeted government offices and infrastructure, the unrest soon...

As Canadian Tourism Slows and Many Glacier Restricts Access, Summer Traffic to Glacier Dips
Glacier National Park logged more than 718,000 visitors in August, according to new park data, marking a 4.1% decrease compared to the same month last year. Despite the dip, overall visitation remains steady. Through the end of August, more than...

Guardians of Heritage: Preserving India’s past to unlock tourism’s future
At THE WEEK Heritage Awards, the conversation around India’s cultural wealth went beyond nostalgia and pride. The panellists—administrators, policymakers, and heritage experts—converged on a single theme: India’s heritage must be protected,...

This Tokyo hotel offers a retro nightlife experience you can’t miss
Tokyo’s glittering skyline hides a side of the city where time seems to stand still, and Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills is ready to take guests there. Perched atop the 52-story Toranomon Hills Mori Tower, the luxury hotel has unveiled “The Nostalgic...

This little-known island is 2026’s most underrated destination
Adventure travelers looking to escape the crowds have a new bucket-list stop for 2026. Intrepid Travel’s newly released “Not Hot List” spotlights hidden gems around the world where sustainable tourism and authentic experiences go hand in hand, and...