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From the staff report A celebration of Granbury tourism was held at the Lake Granbury Conference Center on Wednesday, May 22, with the third annual Friends of Tourism Celebration Brunch. The event, which was open to the community, brought together tourism officials and partners to show their support for Granbury’s vibrant tourism industry. The City of Granbury Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Granbury) celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week May 19-25 by highlighting the local and regional economy and the important role tourism plays in the state of Texas. Nate Gielin, deputy director of Travel Texas, spoke about the importance…
CANTON – The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Tourism Dinner to kick off the summer tourist season, celebrate the growing tourism industry and recognize two award recipients at the event, which this year will be held on Wednesday, June 12 at the Best Western University Inn in Canton. Nominations and RSVPs can be submitted through the event page at www.SLCchamber.org. The “Best to the Guest” Tourism Excellence Awards recognize businesses and organizations that are committed to “excellent guest experiences, customer service, unique offerings and attention to detail that bring pride to St. Lawrence County.” The…
Dallas County is a major contributor to tourism in the Black Belt. Published Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 10:08 a.m. According to a report from the Alabama Black Belt Adventure Association, Dallas County is a major contributor to the Black Belt region. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, tourism’s economic impact in the Black Belt has changed dramatically, now standing at $1.9 billion. Last year, tourism’s economic impact was $3.8 billion, supporting 45,500 jobs. The economic impact in Dallas County was $106,000, up from $78,000 in 2020. Total employment increased from 1,084 to 1,310. Dr. Kayvan Delavie of the Economic Research Service…
The Philippines and Brunei Darussalam have signed a landmark agreement that will significantly strengthen and boost mutual cooperation in the tourism sector, marking a significant milestone in fostering closer ties and cooperation between the two Southeast Asian countries. The agreement aims to strengthen efforts to strengthen, promote and develop tourism cooperation between the two countries, with key objectives including increasing tourism to and through both countries from global tourist markets, and facilitating visitor distribution to various destinations and attractions in both Brunei and the Philippines. The Philippines and Brunei Darussalam have signed an agreement to strengthen tourism cooperation between the…
Visa delays and flight supply shortages are slowing down the full recovery of outbound travel from China following the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the CEO of Trip.com Group, China’s largest online travel company. “There are two big hurdles to recovery: the first is visa restrictions, and the second is air transport capacity,” Jane Sun said at a news conference in Shanghai on Thursday. “We hope these two bottlenecks can be eased so we can attract more tourists.” [Chinese] We reach customers in different countries.” The release of pent-up international travel demand is “creating a strong trajectory” for Trip.com, but the…
Pocono Raceway and Governor Josh Shapiro have announced the names of this summer’s NASCAR Cup Series races.The 160-lap race on Sunday, July 14 will be the Great American Getaway 400, presented by VISITPA in partnership with Pennsylvania’s new tourism brand.”NASCAR Cup Series races are one of the biggest and best sporting events in the world, and nowhere does it better than Pennsylvania,” Shapiro said in a press release. “Every year I love coming to the ‘Tricky Triangle’ to watch the world’s best drivers and crews race around three corners. Right here in our state, we have it all: top-class sports…
In response to these comments, activists have called on local residents to occupy the beach on Saturday.Using the hashtag “Ocupem Les Nostres Platges” (“Occupy our beaches” in Catalan), a campaign group called Mallorca Platja Tour (Mallorca Beach Tour) posted on social media: “We want all the people who live near the beaches to go swim, restore the beaches and enjoy them as before. The beaches belong to everyone!”One supporter suggested holding a protest at a beach called Sarenal, near Palma. “Come to Sarenal and don’t leave an inch for Gili,” he said, using a local derogatory term for foreign tourists.Another…
Sign up for Simon Calder’s free travel emails for expert advice and great dealsGet Simon Calder’s travel emailsAnti-tourism protests in the Balearic Islands are set to move from the streets to the coast this weekend in an attempt to decongest Mallorca’s beaches.On Saturday, June 1, the social media group Mallorca Plaja Tour is calling on residents to protest on the Spanish island’s beaches.The anti-tourism movement has announced plans for a larger demonstration this week at Sa Rapita Beach on Sunday, June 16, from 10am.In a post on Twitter/X, the group said: “This Saturday, June 1st, we will be swimming at…
Acting Minister of Tourism Evtim Miroshev touched on Bulgaria’s serious labor shortage, especially in the tourism sector, stressing that an estimated 27,000 workers are needed for the upcoming summer season. While acknowledging the presence of refugees and the unemployed, Miroshev stressed the seriousness of the labor shortage and urged the search for international avenues of employment. In response to the waning interest of European workers, Miroshev revealed plans to seek workers from South Asian countries such as Nepal and Bangladesh, due to recent changes in visa laws that allow longer stays. The labor shortage has even affected vital services such…
According to a 2023 survey by Booking.com, 83% of travelers worldwide are prioritizing sustainable travel, with 61% saying they have an increased interest in sustainable travel post-pandemic. Additionally, 49% feel there is a lack of sustainable travel options. This data highlights the growing importance of sustainability in travelers’ decision-making process, stimulating demand for responsible and eco-friendly travel options.World Environment Day is a perfect example of the UN-led global initiative to highlight the importance of nature. At ITC Hotels, environmental conservation is paramount in crafting guest experiences and delivering luxury. Our philosophy of responsible luxury is epitomized by initiatives such as…