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BEIJING, China – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 May 2024 – The Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference opened on Friday, with the main aim of cultivating an exchange platform and strengthening cooperation between Chinese and overseas travel agencies. The conference, which is scheduled to run until Sunday, is expected to feature a range of activities, including negotiations between travel businesses, forging strategic partnerships, promoting cultural and tourism resources and site visits. Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference The opening ceremony attracted over 260 attendees, including over 100 representatives from the global travel industry, the district culture and tourism bureau and the…
This blog may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy for more info. Well, do we have a whopper of a task ahead of us: narrowing down the best places to visit in South America to just 33! This magical continent, the 4th largest in the world, is one of the most diverse regions on the planet – I mean, where else will you find such a unique mix of climates, landscapes, and cultures? There are 12 gorgeous countries on this continent, but we’ve focused on the very best ones to visit in this blog post – so expect to…
CNN — The United States has received the great honor of being named the best country in the world for travel and tourism in 2024 by the World Economic Forum. The rankings are determined by a wide range of criteria, including infrastructure, natural resources, sustainability, labor availability and, since we’re talking about the Global Economic Fund, competitive pricing. Another thing to keep in mind is that the WEF data focuses on tourism, including businesses like hotels, airports, attractions, and airlines, not just what travelers on the ground look like. Six of the top 10 countries on the list are in…
The first plane to evacuate French tourists stranded in the Pacific nation due to violence there left on Saturday, the New Caledonia High Commission said in a statement. Publication date: 2024/05/25 – 07:21 2 minutes The international airport in the capital, Noumea, has remained closed for more than a week due to the unrest, and all commercial flights have been cancelled.”The measures to repatriate foreign nationals and French tourists will continue,” the high commission representing the French state said in a statement.The tourists departed on Saturday from Noumea’s Magenta Airfield on a military plane bound for Australia and New Zealand,…
If you’re planning a trip to Madrid, you’ve probably already found a list of tourist attractions. But Madrid has a lot more to offer than just museums and landmarks. Here are some places where you can get lost and soak up the atmosphere of Madrid. Location of Madrid The city is located in the heart of Spain and is directly and efficiently connected to all other cities in the country. Madrid’s atmosphere, cultural attractions and geographical location make it a great destination to visit. For example, there are numerous flights to Madrid. Every year, millions of tourists come to the…
The Virgin Islands community is mourning the passing of Pamela Richards, a distinguished former director of the Virgin Islands Tourism Board and a prominent figure who served in a variety of leadership roles throughout the Territory. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. expressed his deep sadness and extended his condolences to her family and friends. Governor Bryan reflects on Richards’ accomplishments Governor Albert Bryan Jr. released a statement Friday highlighting Pamela Richards’ significant contributions to the Virgin Islands. “It is with a heavy heart that I express my deepest condolences for the passing of Pamela Richards, a dear friend and valued supporter,…
(The Center Square) – Spokane County saw a notable peak in tourism in 2023, attracting 9.77 million visitors and generating a total economic impact of approximately $2.3 billion.The visitors, including those staying overnight in the county and those who came from more than 50 miles away, are expected to spend about 10 million dollars and spend $1.5 billion, a 3.9% increase since 2022, according to a report compiled by Oxford Economics for Visit Spokane. Visit Spokane is a nonprofit organization that promotes tourism in the region. They’re currently hosting Expo 50, a nine-week event celebrating 50 years since Spokane hosted…
A man known for his encyclopedic knowledge of Palm Beach history is being honored for his contributions to local tourism.Rick Rose, the bow-tie-wearing leader of Worth Avenue walking tours since 2011, received the prestigious Providencia Award Thursday from Discover the Palm Beaches, the county’s tourism marketing agency.”For me, receiving the Providencia Award is the highest recognition of my life’s work,” Rose said Friday.The announcement was made at Discover the Palm Beach’s Travel Rally Day celebration on Thursday at Manatee Lagoon in West Palm Beach. Discover also announced that Palm Beach County had a record-breaking first quarter of the year, with…
TripAdvisor recently ranked College Station the second fastest growing destination among domestic travelers in the United States, trailing only Yosemite National Park in California.With the summer travel season fast approaching and many summer activities planned in College Station, city officials are preparing for a busy season that will likely bring many visitors.”We’re very happy to be named in the top 10 nationally because of all the hard work that so many people put in to have a great summer here in College Station,” said Jeremiah Cook, tourism manager for the city of College Station. “Last month, April to be exact,…
Local tourism officials and advocates gathered at the Gering Civic Center Thursday for a gathering themed “The Power of Tourism.” The luncheon focused on the Old West Balloon Festival, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Scotts Bluff County Tourism Director Brenda Lazey told the audience that special photos taken at the inaugural event brought back fond memories of 10 years ago. “Hundreds of people came out to a re-inflated event, and I just couldn’t believe it. And I stood in the middle of that field and just marveled at how amazing it was. And I kept…