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Let Lumba’s legacy inspire a highlife tourism agenda
Graphic
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August 2, 2025
T’S been exactly one week since the devastating news of Charles Kwadwo Fosu’s death – Daddy Lumba, the legend, the enigma, the voice of generations. The nation has been draped in sorrow ever since, united in mourning, with tributes pouring in from...
Tourism New Zealand Leverages GuideGeek Travel AI Technology to Drive Engagement
Breaking Travel News
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August 1, 2025
Travelers planning a trip to New Zealand can now get inspiration and tips from an AI trip planner powered by Matador Network’s industry-leading GuideGeek chat platform. The AI trip planner was also configured to assist with the launch activity of...
Pacific Snapshot: Japan's Tourism Boom Stretches Jet Market
Energy Intelligence
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August 1, 2025
Japan's tourism boom continues to stretch out the country's jet fuel market. Airline liftings jumped to 250,000 b/d in April as visitors flocked to cherry blossom season. The number of Chinese tourists has jumped 54% so far this year versus...
Baricuatro eyes new tourism markets as Korean arrivals decline by 18%
Politiko
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August 2, 2025
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro, together with the Cebu Provincial Tourism Council (CPTC), sees as an opportunity to diversify Cebu’s tourism strategy by targeting other established and emerging markets, with the decline by 18% the South Korean...
Consortiums, expanded celebrations among plans to promote African heritage
Guyana Chronicle
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August 2, 2025
–as President Ali commits gov’t support during engagement with cultural organisations PRESIDENT, Dr Irfaan Ali met with several African cultural organisations on Friday morning, during which he outlined a comprehensive approach to promoting and...
‘China, did you try to make a copy of Paris?’: ‘Eiffel Tower’ in Asian nation amuses social media
Hindustan Times
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August 2, 2025
A viral Instagram post drew attention to a town in China that looks strikingly like Paris, sparking curiosity and amusement across the internet. An Instagram post sparked debate over Tianducheng, near Hangzhou, for its striking resemblance to...
European seaside town takes aim at tourists with sassy poster and begs for ‘decorum’
Metro
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August 1, 2025
Before you leave the beach, put those clothes on (Picture: Getty Images) We all know there’s a stereotype of a Brit abroad that’s, erm, less than favourable. Wandering around shirtless (and sunburnt) in sliders with socks, if we’re not drinking at...
Six European holiday hotspots loved by locals, without British tourist crowds
The i paper
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August 2, 2025
Golden beaches, medieval towns and rugged nature feature among these popular areas, from Germany to Greece With the variety of the continent at their feet, it is little surprise that Europeans like to holiday close to home. Almost three-quarters...
Australia v Lions third Test: All you need to know
RTE Ireland
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August 1, 2025
Australia host the Lions in the third and final Test on Saturday with the series already wrapped up for the tourists. Last weekend's clash produced a thriller with the Wallabies falling agonisingly short of taking the series to a decider. Ireland...
27 Best Beaches In Western Australia (2025 Guide)
NOMADasaurus
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August 2, 2025
Here are the best beaches in Western Australia, from the remote Kimberley, to the Perth area, to the white sands around Esperance. Western Australia beaches are some of the most famous Down Under. With soft white sand, the turquoise waters of the...
Dinagat Islands: Laidback vibes and lessons on mass tourism
Rappler
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August 2, 2025
Almost everywhere you travel these days, it is not uncommon to overhear an older traveler reminiscing about how a destination once was. I know someone who often recounts what Boracay looked like in the 1980s, or how Siargao felt in the early...
I think the Lions will blow Wallabies away and claim 3-0 sweep – British & Irish Lions v Australia third Test predictions
Rugby World
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August 2, 2025
A clean sweep or restoring some pride? Here are our Lions v Australia third Test predictions as the series comes to a close in Sydney. Andy Farrell’s men are bidding to win 3-0 – something they have long made no bones about being their goal –...
Tourists are being slapped with huge fines over swimwear as French town cracks down on strict rule
The Scottish Sun
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August 1, 2025
ONE seaside resort in France is clamping down on tourists wearing swimwear in shops and restaurants this summer. The mayor of Les Sables d’Olonne on the coast of western France has asked for "restraint" when it comes to tourists wearing...
Tourism Malaysia collaborates with HONOR Technology to boost country’s tourism presence
Travel Daily Media
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August 1, 2025
Tourism Malaysia and HONOR Technology (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd formally entered into a strategic Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC). This partnership seeks to enhance Malaysia’s global tourism presence through innovative digital campaigns powered by...
Tourism in Tajikistan reportedly booming in 2025: visitor numbers soar by over 30%
Asia Plus
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16:46, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus Tajikistan is rapidly gaining popularity among international travelers, with tourist arrivals in the first half of 2025 surging by 31.3% compared to the same period last year, according to the Committee for Tourism...
Get Digital Nomad Visa to visit THIS European country from Pakistan for only Rs21,000
Daily Pakistan
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August 2, 2025
Exciting news for those looking to travel Europe as the world’s second most visited nation launched the cheapest Digital Nomad Visa, available for just Rs 21,000. Digital Nomad Visa allows non-European remote workers to live and work there for up...
Europe Ramps Up Climate Monitoring, Seeks Independence From US Data
StratNews Global
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August 1, 2025
Countries in Europe are moving to reduce their reliance on critical scientific data long provided freely by the United States, instead accelerating the development of their own climate and weather monitoring systems, according to Reuters...
Kick-off ceremony of ‘Central Asia Tour 2025’ held to highlights regional tourism
The Nation
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August 2, 2025
ISLAMABAD - The kick-off ceremony of the Central Asia Tour 2025 held here on Friday as an international motorbike rally was promoting tourism, peace, and cultural integration across Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Pakistan...
Australia 22 Lions 12: Wallabies avoid series whitewash in Sydney – As it happened
The Irish Times
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Lions tour, third Test: Wallabies 22 British & Irish Lions 12 Australia 22 Lions 12 (FT) Tadhg Beirne had another strong performance in red, earning him the official player of the series plaudit. John O’Sullivan rated the Munster man’s performance...
World Bank commits to supporting Pacific development
Azzet
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August 1, 2025
The World Bank has emphasised its commitment to supporting economic resilience and development in the Pacific region, following a visit from the bank’s officials. Its managing director of operations Anna Bjerde visited Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and...