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As Barcelona emerges from a nearly four-year drought, the aftermath leaves many difficult questions about water management and the realities of mass tourism. advertisementBarcelona is experiencing its first rainfall in almost four years, bringing to a close the longest drought in Catalonia since records began, and bringing a much-needed respite with the first “normal” spring and the start of the tourist season.As reservoir levels rise above previous dangerously low levels, hundreds of thousands of festival-goers will fly to Barcelona in May to flock to Primavera Sound, one of the biggest music festivals in Europe.The two-week Primavera Sound marks the start…
Order has finally been restored when it comes to tourism in Chattanooga and Hamilton County.Three years after the global pandemic caused tourism numbers to plummet in the Chattanooga area and elsewhere, Hamilton County is on track to see $1.63 billion in domestic visitor spending in 2022. That figure represents an 8% increase over 2021, a new record, according to the Tennessee Tourism Development Agency.Fueled by classic attractions like Rock City, Ruby Falls and the Tennessee Aquarium, sports teams like the Chattanooga Lookouts and events like the Ironman Triathlon, Hamilton County ranks fifth among Tennessee counties in tourism spending.”The economic vitality…
Over the last decade, adventure tourism to get up close and personal with the world’s largest volcanoes has become increasingly popular. These volcanoes are becoming destinations in themselves. Let’s take a closer look at what volcano tourism is and what it is all about. Volcano tourism is becoming increasingly popular as people seek thrilling experiences close to active volcanoes. (Photo credit: Unsplash) NEW DELHI: Volcano tourism began in 1841 when Thomas Cook led the first group to see Mount Vesuvius. Returning in 2024, millions of people will flock to places like Iceland, Italy and Hawaii to experience the explosive power…
Every year, my girlfriend and I pick a long weekend getaway. Because our precious time together is more important than the destination, we usually book a hotel in the first city one of us suggests. We’ve picked Austin, Boston, New York, and Nashville, places with plenty to see, do, and great nightlife. But every trip, we draw the curtains, make the room as dark as possible, and watch reruns of “The Office.” Set jetting is a travel trend that focuses on filming locations from movies and TV shows. For example, a “Lord of the Rings” fan might go see Hobbiton…
Other popular tourist attractions, such as the Shaanxi History Museum in China’s ancient imperial capital, have had similar issues: The museum’s website encourages visitors to book through WeChat or a link to an online ticketing system, but the latter leads nowhere.China’s technological revolution has made life easier for its people than ever before, but that convenience can also work against the Chinese people, and potentially against foreign tourists, and these problems are playing out in museums too. 01:49Beijing Palace Museum expands exhibition center to triple exhibitsBeijing Palace Museum expands exhibition center to triple exhibitsMost of China’s major tourist attractions require…
Other popular tourist attractions, such as the Shaanxi History Museum in China’s ancient imperial capital, have had similar issues: The museum’s website encourages visitors to book through WeChat or a link to an online ticketing system, but the latter leads nowhere. 01:49Beijing Palace Museum expands exhibition center to triple exhibitsBeijing Palace Museum expands exhibition center to triple exhibitsChina’s technological revolution has made life easier for its people than ever before, but that convenience can also work against the Chinese people, and potentially against foreign tourists, and these problems are playing out in museums too.Most of China’s major tourist attractions require…
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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Kentucky has broken tourism records for the second year in a row, Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Ky.) made the announcement Thursday during a Team Kentucky update. Need to know: Kentucky breaks tourism record for second straight year Nearly 79 million tourists visited the Bluegrass State, and tourism brought in more than $477 million in revenue to Bowling Green and Warren counties. Warren County ranks 5th among 120 counties in tourism spending Last year, tourism generated nearly $14 billion in revenue for the state’s economy, with approximately 79 million visitors visiting the Bluegrass State. Cities like Bowling Green…
Image: https://www.getnews.info/uploads/8aea62b99cf964b51c2569cf8b2e1aaf.pngUzakrota Global 2024 will be held at the WOW Convention Center in Istanbul on November 15, with support from Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Tourism Board, Amadeus, Paximum, Turmania and Tour to America.Uzakrota Travel Summit [https://www.uzakrota.com]Voted one of the 10 most effective tourism events in the world by the world’s largest travel companies in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023, the event will bring together, as in previous years, the most important travel agencies, tourism technology companies, airlines and hotels.There will also be a lobby area for networking, where around 250 companies from the tourism subsector of various sizes will have…
Spokane Tourism and Culture Investment Grant applications open June 1 Erin Hutt, Director of Communications, 509.625.6740 Friday, May 31, 2024 1:07 PM Applications for Spokane’s Tourism and Cultural Investment Grants will open June 1st. These grants are awarded in allocations of $5,000 to $10,000 to organizations working to enhance Spokane’s tourism and cultural environment. Funding comes from state law RCW 67.28.1817, which establishes a lodging tax paid per night at local hotels. This tax revenue is used to fund opportunities that promote tourism. The recipients are selected by the Tourism, Culture and Investment Committee, formerly known as the Accommodations Tax…