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Published on June 7, 2024 at 11:23 GMT+1Spanish island continues to crack down on touristsAs a crackdown on tourism continues in certain parts of Spain, locals have vowed to “reclaim” one of the country’s best beaches from tourists and influencers.Spain and its islands are beloved by the British, with millions of people visiting the country every year to rest and rejuvenate in the sun.But as another summer approaches, several warnings have been issued for people making short-haul flights, including being aware of a new system that could mean the difference between life and death.Absolutely amazing (Getty Stock Images)As part of…
In its latest economic forecast for the state, below, Governor Josh Green’s administration points to a tourism downturn, particularly related to last summer’s devastating Maui wildfires. But on closer inspection, there appear to be far more complex factors influencing visitor decisions to Hawaii. “Almost everyone is losing patience with the Lahaina Strong fishing gang, frustrated by $1,000-a-night hotel bills and three meals a day, who camped on the beach and demanded ‘dignified housing.’ Six months later, even the fire survivors are telling them to get a job and stop waiting for houses to fall from the sky. But the people…
Tourism in north Queensland is recovering after successive cyclones devastated the region.Tropical Storm Jasper struck the Far North in December, followed a month later by Cyclone Killilee, both bringing heavy rains, flooding and destructive winds.The weather event caused devastating damage to homes and businesses, resulting in billions of dollars in damages.Port Douglas remains a tourist mecca despite the constant annual cyclones that strike it. (Photo by Dave Hunt/AAP)Sam Charlton, owner of Elandra Resort in Mission Beach, said he saw a big drop in bookings in December after Cyclone Jasper hit.”December was a pretty tough month from a tourism perspective,” he…
As part of efforts to end medical tourism in the country, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has advised governments at all levels to increase investment in the health sector to improve health services.He said funding the health sector would curb the urge of Nigerians to go on medical trips abroad, urging both the Federal and state governments to improve budgetary allocations for the health sector to discourage overseas medical tourism. The King, speaking at the inauguration of a Primary Health Care Centre constructed and equipped by Sunti Sugar Company for Kanji community in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger…
(Trinidad Guardian) Jamaica’s Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett, has rejected the belief held by some that all tourism jobs are low-paid. Bartlett made the point during a panel discussion titled “Integrated Tourism Development in the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Travel Market,” held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Jamaica last month.The minister said training programs have been introduced to give workers the qualifications they need to earn higher salaries.”The aim of helping to change the labour market in tourism is that it is seen as a low-wage, highly mobile industry. Workers don’t see a career path in tourism, so…
Tourism in Greater Miami and Miami Beach is booming and the region’s rich culture is garnering global attention. The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) reported impressive visitor numbers and economic impact during its annual State of the Travel and Tourism Industry presentation. More than 27.2 million tourists are expected to visit Greater Miami and Miami Beach in 2023, generating an estimated $21.1 billion in spending, up 2% from last year. This equates to 17.3 million hotel room nights sold, up 0.3% from 2022’s impressive increase. “When tourism thrives here, our multicultural community really thrives,” said David Whitaker, president…
Indonesia’s Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno is calling for an increase in the tourism ministry’s budget by 3 trillion rupiah ($184.75 million). According to a press release from the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism, the ministry confirmed it is requesting an additional Rp 3,052,364,852,000 to fund new programs to support the development and expansion of the country’s tourism sector. Deputy Minister Sandiaga Uno and Deputy Minister Angela Tanoesoedibjo submitted the request for additional funds during a meeting with the Indonesian House of Representatives Commission 10 (DPR-RI) in Jakarta, Wednesday (5/6/2024). Minister Sandiaga said in a meeting with lawmakers that…
Byland Estate Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake is one of several Niagara Region tourism destinations to receive $540,000 in federal funding this spring.Canadian Tourism Minister Soraya Martinez-Ferrada visited the Line 3 Road winery on Friday with Liberal MPs Vance Badaway and Chris Bittle to announce the Federal Development Corporation’s (FedDev) investment in the region’s tourism sector.Byland Estate Winery has received a $90,000 repayable investment to enhance the visitor experience, with a particular focus on widening the property’s driveway and improving the landscaping to attract more visitors.Martinez Ferrada said tourism numbers are up from historic lows during the COVID-19 pandemic but have not…
Visit Central Oregon, a regional tourism management organization dedicated to managing tourism programs and driving economic development in Deschutes, Jefferson, Crook and South Wasco counties, has announced the hiring of Scott Larson as the organization’s new president and CEO. Larson will officially take over on July 15 after serving as executive director of the Albany County, Wyoming Tourism Bureau, known as Visit Laramie, for five years. “Scott’s experience leading destination management and stewardship organizations makes him the ideal choice to be the next leader of Central Oregon Tourism and the person who will take our thoughtfully constructed programs and community…
According to a study by the National Bank of Greece (NBG), tourism in Greece is expected to break visitor records in 2024, with visitor numbers expected to exceed 35 million, tovima.com reports. Analysts from the National Bank of Greece (NGB) forecast that in 2024 the sector will reach a new record, with tourist numbers reaching 35 million (7% increase compared to 2023), and revenues per tourist will also improve, reaching around €22 billion (10% increase compared to 2023), and achieving an increased share of the Mediterranean market. The survey found that all key indicators point to a bright outlook for…