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Three NYC icons were just named the top attractions in America
Time Out
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New York City doesn’t need a PR team—but if it did, Tripadvisor just handed the Big Apple a glowing three-page resume. The global travel site unveiled its 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things To Do, and three iconic NYC landmarks...
Federation Council Holds Political Dialogue with Somalia, South Africa and Uganda
The News Chronicle
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July 30, 2025
The Federation Council, which is Russia’s upper chamber of legislators, continues to show its highest commitment to the principles of parliamentary democracy and political dialogue with African countries. The Federation Council has supported...
Orleans’ local customers help Boyd offset declining Las Vegas tourist market
The Nevada Independent
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July 30, 2025
The Orleans has successfully bridged the gap between Las Vegas locals and the Vegas tourism crowd, giving the company a much-needed revenue boost in what is quickly becoming a challenging market. Boyd Gaming’s Orleans Hotel and Casino has become a...
Sublime tiny island where cars are banned and you can escape the tourists
Dublin Live
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July 30, 2025
For many European travellers, a Croatian holiday typically means a jaunt to Dubrovnik. However, there's a tiny Croatian island that offers a tranquil, car-free alternative. Nestled in northern Dalmatia, the island of Silba is home to a modest...
Tourists from India, Pakistan, and Russia Spend Almost Nothing - Hotel "Paliani"
Business Media Gerogia
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July 30, 2025
According to Eka Gvelesiani, founder of Hotel Paliani in Svaneti, while tourist numbers have increased this year, high-spending European and Asian visitors have disappeared, replaced largely by tourists from India, Pakistan, and Russia, who spend...
Tourist left floored after flying 10 hours to European destination's main attraction
Manchester Evening News
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July 30, 2025
A holidaymaker who endured a 10-hour flight to witness a European hotspot's premier attraction was stunned by what greeted him upon arrival. Young Cho travelled from South Korea to Finland specifically to experience Helsinki. The capital is...
Lions star Dan Sheehan talks through his diving try in second Test win over Australia and admits 'getting melted' led to his quick thinking
Daily Mail
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July 30, 2025
Dan Sheehan found himself dragged into Australian protests about refereeing after the Lions win in Melbourne, but the prolific hooker believes he found a legitimate way to score yet another try – and stay out of harm’s way. The British and Irish...
American tourist slams pretty European town that was nothing like pictures suggested
The Mirror
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July 30, 2025
A woman has warned fellow holidaymakers about the reality of visiting a Italian tourist hotspot. Regina Simmons jetted off to Italy in late May for a family break, taking on a 10-hour flight from her home in Las Vegas, Nevada to make it to...
HOTREC: Over 10,000 European Hotels Join Landmark Lawsuit Against Booking.com
Greek Travel Pages
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July 30, 2025
More than 10,000 hotels across Europe have joined a major class action lawsuit against Booking.com, targeting the platform’s long-standing parity clauses, according to HOTREC — Europe’s hospitality umbrella group. In response to high demand and...
Pacific tsunami risk eases after magnitude-8.8 quake hits off Russia
Korea Herald
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July 30, 2025
A massive earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami warnings for millions of people across the Pacific. From Japan, China and the Philippines to Hawaii, the US West Coast and Latin American countries like Mexico and Ecuador,...
Americas Cardroom And Chris Moneymaker Set To Hold Poker Main Event In Aruba
St. Kitts Gazette
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July 30, 2025
News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. July 30, 2025: The Caribbean is quickly becoming one of the world’s hottest poker destinations. Long known for its sun-soaked beaches and luxury resorts, the region is now gaining fame for high-stakes action and...
Dune Buggy Dubai Launches Eco-Friendly Desert Safaris And Private Night Adventures Amid UAE Tourism Surge
MENAFN
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN- Newsfile Corp) Dubai, United Arab Emirates--(Newsfile Corp. - July 30, 2025) - In a bold move aligning with Dubai's sustainability vision and the rising global demand for immersive travel, Dune Buggy Dubai , a licensed UAE desert tour...
Tourists fly 10 hours for European destination's main attraction but reality leaves them floored
The Mirror
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July 30, 2025
A tourist who flew over 10 hours to see a European travel hotspot’s main attraction was left floored when he arrived. Young Cho flew from South Korea to Finland in order to visit Helsinki. The city is well known for its cultural destinations...
Wildfires break out in Portugal, Greece and Spain while tornadoes lash tourist hotspots as Europe is hit by more weather extremes
Daily Mail
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July 30, 2025
Extreme weather is wreaking havoc across Europe, pushing emergency services to their limits as wildfires, heatwaves, and storms sweep across the continent. Blazes have erupted in Portugal, Greece, and Spain, while tornadoes have struck tourist...
8.8 magnitude quake in Kamchatka triggers tsunami warning in Japan and Pacific
Asia News
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July 30, 2025
Today's headlines: Lebanon has begun repatriating Syrian refugees; Thailand accuses Phnom Penh of ceasefire violations; India confirms the death of three militants responsible for the 22 April massacre that led to clashes with Pakistan; China,...
Roundup: Laos works to boost tourism as fuel for economic growth
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 30 (Xinhua) -- Laos is enhancing its tourism sector by improving standards, upgrading infrastructure, and elevating service quality and visitor experiences, recognizing tourism as a vital driver of economic growth. Initiatives...
Chinese EVs Winning Big Across Europe, But Germany Resists
Forbes
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BYD Yangwang U9 electric sports car (Photo by Qu Jinwei/VCG via Getty Images) VCG via Getty Images Chinese electric vehicles are barnstorming across Europe, but Germany, the continent’s biggest market, is proving a tougher nut to crack. German...
Foreign Office issues alert to UK tourists over major border changes in 29 countries
Manchester Evening News
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July 30, 2025
The European Union (EU) has confirmed the date it will launch its new digital border system that will change entry requirements for Brits travelling to 29 countries, including Spain, Greece and Italy. The Entry/Exit System (EES) will see...
Norwegian Cruise Line Expands Norfolk Calls, Boosting Regional Tourism
Hampton Roads Messenger - Virginia
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July 30, 2025
Norfolk, Va. – Norfolk’s Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center, operated by Nauticus, announced an expanded slate of cruise ship port calls from the world’s fourth-largest cruise company, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). In 2027, the 2,400-passenger...
Mérida to Host Raisina Dialogue 2026 in Landmark First for the Americas
Puerto Vallarta Daily News
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July 30, 2025
Mérida, Yucatán - In a milestone moment for Mexico and Latin America, the city of Mérida has been selected as the first-ever host in the Americas of the Raisina Dialogue, one of the world’s premier forums on geopolitics and international affairs....