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Evaluation results of red tourism resource efficiency in ChinaEvaluation of input–output efficiency of red tourism resources in ChinaEquations (1) and (2) were used to evaluate the efficiency of 300 red tourism resources commissioned in China in 2022. These resources were categorized using the ArcGIS natural breakpoint method, yielding the mean efficiency values by province (Fig. 1).Figure 1Spatial distribution of red tourism resource efficiency in China in 2022.(1) China’s red tourism resources commissioning efficiency deviates from the frontier surface, showing the spatial characteristics of gradual decrease from east to west. In 2022, the average commissioning of China’s red tourism resources stood at 0.72.…
By Robert M. Cutler A new World Bank report on Central Asia Connectivity, released in April 2024, highlights the importance of the Central Corridor, a trade route that spans Central Asia, the Caspian Sea, and the Caucasus, connecting China and East Asia with Georgia, Turkey, and Europe. The corridor is seen as a key alternative to the Russian-controlled route, especially in light of recent geopolitical tensions. The World Bank identified 10 steps to address bottlenecks in the Central Corridor, aiming to triple trade volumes by 2030. This could significantly reduce travel times and increase trade volumes to 11 million tons…
Editor’s note: This is the first part of a historical series about popular tourist activities in Transylvania County. The corresponding exhibit will be on his second floor at the Transylvania County Library until July.The natural world has always fascinated the many tourists who flock to Transylvania County each year. Waterfalls, rivers, forests and all the flora and fauna that live here make this corner of the world unique.This incredible richness of ecological diversity is one of the reasons why this region holds a special place in the hearts of many people. The forests of the southern Appalachians are some of…
TEHRAN – Considered one of the hottest spots on earth, Righe Yaran, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Iran’s Rut Desert, has the potential to shine as a tourist destination, according to experts. It is said to be a diamond in the rough.One local official, during a meeting dedicated to the planning of desert tourism events (Glorious East) in South Khorasan, emphasized that the region’s capabilities are underestimated. “The desert creates a great attraction,” said Alireza Abbaszadeh. “Which one? [its charm] no less than the sea [nautical tourism]” The official pointed to Rig Yaran as one of the hottest…
May 10, 2024 Tourism Ireland is promoting the island of Ireland as a luxury travel destination at the 11th Luxury Travel Advisors (LTA) Ultra Summit in Florida this week. Muckross Park Hotel & Spa in Killarney will also be participating.The LTA ULTRA Summit is a three-day event featuring U.S. travel advisors specializing in high-value luxury travel. This is an invite-only event that includes a bespoke one-on-one appointment program with her, providing a great opportunity to meet and do business with luxury travel buyers. Alison Metcalfe, Tourism Ireland’s head of North America, said: “The LTA ULTRA summit in…
Thailand’s newly appointed Tourism and Sports Minister Sermsak Pompanit has reaffirmed his ambition to maintain the government’s tourism revenue target of 3.5 trillion baht ($99 billion) this year. According to Thai media, this goal will require 2.3 trillion baht from 40 million foreign tourists and 1.2 trillion baht from domestic travel by 200 million to 220 million Thai tourists. As Saudi Arabia will host Southeast Asia’s first FIFA World Congress in mid-May, the ministry said it will leverage Thailand’s unique sports resources, namely Thai martial arts, to promote sports tourism. He also highlighted several measures that should be taken to…
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Emirates Airlines, marking an important milestone in HKTB’s efforts to expand its tourism efforts within and for the GCC market. The MoU was signed at Arabian Travel Market 2024, and Hong Kong TB also signed another MoU with dnata Travel Group as part of its strategy to further strengthen partnerships between Hong Kong and the GCC through major airlines and travel agencies. did. The new agreement will see the rollout of a comprehensive plan to promote Hong Kong as a tourist destination to GCC residents. Hong Kong…
Tourists take photos near Jokhang Monastery, part of the UNESCO cultural heritage site, in Lhasa city, Xizang autonomous region. [Photo by Palden Nyima/chinadaily.com.cn] Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, will carry out a series of cultural and tourism activities in the coming weeks to provide a cultural feast of traditional Tibetan culture and unique highland scenery. According to a press conference held in Lhasa on Friday, Lhasa will hold cultural and tourism industry development conferences, folk art performances, traditional dances, folklore experience activities, investment promotion conferences, events and other activities from May 17th to May 26th. will be hosted. Exhibition…
At the Arabian Travel Market 2024, Alain Saint-Ange experienced unprecedented service from the World Travel Organization, highlighting the travel fair’s dynamic ability to adapt to the needs of visitors. Travel and tourism fairs open the door for many tourist destinations, airlines and various tourism support services to promote themselves to the industry and the public. This remains the mission behind the travel and tourism fair. Offers come from everywhere, but even if you’ve been attending these events for years, very few will surprise regular attendees. But at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, Alain St. Ange, director of St. Ange Tourism…
london, united kingdom Find out how the United Nations Tourism Organization’s Best Tourism Villages are starting on the path to sustainability. Recognized for their efforts to reduce waste and minimize emissions, these villages highlight how rural communities are leading the way in green measures to increase efficiency and protect the environment and cultural heritage. It shows what you are doing. From Nkotsi in Rwanda to Saltella in Portugal, villages are announcing their own initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact while promoting economic growth and community well-being. Nkotsi, Rwanda Nkotsi, a quaint village in Musanze, southwestern Rwanda, is part of Volcanoes…