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TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Four capital projects in eastern Placer County, totaling approximately $2.7 million, were approved by the Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday to further regional goals including transportation and recreation improvements. Revenue from the City of Tahoe’s temporary occupancy tax is used to fund projects solicited, vetted, and recommended through the North Tahoe Community Alliance Board of Directors, TOT Committee, Capital Projects Advisory Committee, and promoted through TOT-TBID dollars. I did. Work through the annual grant cycle. The Board approved TOT funding totaling $2,680,000 for the following projects over the next year: $250,000 in TOT funds…
There are growing fears that Seville will become a ghost town due to the proliferation of tourist apartments that are ‘displacing local residents’. This week, it was revealed that an iconic area of the city is empty of residents. Plaza Morviedro was the lively and beating heart of Seville in the 16th and 17th centuries, filled with prostitutes, sailors, and adventurers from the New World. However, it is now completely occupied by the four-star Vincci Morviedro Hotel and its adjoining Morviedro Suites apartments, and is literally unoccupied. Read more: Anti-tourism protests planned in Mallorca The company’s hotels and apartments occupy…
Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority and Skyport will introduce sustainable air transport by 2027. Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) and Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) have signed a forward-looking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Skyports Infrastructure (Skyports) to expand tourism in the emirate. and took important steps toward transforming transportation. The company is leading the development of vertiport infrastructure for electric air taxi services. This pivotal MoU marks the beginning of an exciting partnership to usher in sustainable tourism through electric air mobility, with Skyports developing a network of vertiports connecting…
Regional tourism partners will gather at Norfolk International Airport from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, May 10, to celebrate Thank You the Visitor Day with air travelers. The event will feature a variety of mascots, live music, tourism information and giveaways, and will include the Virginia Eastern Shore Tourism Commission.The ESVA Tourism Committee will be distributing information about the Eastern Shore on Visitor Appreciation Day, including items such as stickers and goodie bags with Shore-related logos.Emily Machen, marketing director for the ESVA tourism board, said: “The last time I lived in Norfolk or visited Norfolk frequently for many…
Best places to visit in America (Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons) National Tourism Day in the United States is typically observed on May 7 and celebrates the tourism industry’s significant contributions to the nation’s economy and cultural exchange. This day recognizes the importance of domestic and international travel and exploration in fostering understanding, appreciation, and connection between people of diverse backgrounds. In honor of National Tourism Day, we’ve compiled a list of five places to visit in the United States. Things to do in Greece: From biking in Nafplio to skiing under the stars, 9 reasons why Greece is perfect for…
Germany, in the heart of Western Europe, offers endless entertainment for travelers. With countless historic yet cutting-edge cities, romantic forests, and rich culture, planning your visit can be overwhelming. It would take a lifetime to see all the highlights of this fascinating country. Take your time and start with our guide to the best places to visit in Germany. 1. Middle Rhine Valley (Rhine Valley) Germany’s second-longest river, the Rhine, flows south from Koblenz and weaves through the valley through a breathtaking landscape of vineyards and castles. The section between Koblenz and Rüdesheim, known as the Oberes-His Mittelrheintal (upper Rhine…
The Chinese leader is expected to solidify several agreements with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, further cementing Beijing’s economic presence in the region. advertisementChinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Hungary on Wednesday, concluding a five-day European tour. The visit will strengthen a number of agreements with Prime Minister Viktor Orban and further strengthen China’s economic influence in the region. This contrasts with the stance of other EU countries, who are seeking to reduce their reliance on the world’s second-largest economy.While in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen urged Xi to promote more balanced…
The origins of this anniversary date back to 1950, when Europe was still recovering from the devastation of World War II. advertisementEvery year on May 9, Europeans celebrate Europe Day, a commemoration that honours the beginning of the continent’s political and economic integration and the lasting peace achieved as a result of decades of joint effort.The celebration dates back to 1950, when then-French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman issued a landmark declaration proposing that France and Germany, two countries with a long and bloody history, combine their coal and steel production.In doing so, Schuman intended to accelerate the modernization of both…
For LGBTQIA+ travelers, safety and inclusivity are key elements of vacation planning, and the latest Gay Travel Index once again shines a light on destinations that exceeded, met or fell short of expectations. Since 2012, Spartacus has been rating and ranking countries using meticulous assessment criteria, from most queer-friendly to least, providing a reliable indicator for locals and travelers alike to determine which countries are improving and which are getting worse. The exhaustive rating system has 18 categories, ranging from anti-discrimination laws and transgender rights to the influence of repressive religion, prosecution and the death penalty. A zero is a…
While August is one of the most popular travel months, that doesn’t necessarily mean your trip has to cost a small fortune — especially if you know where to go. To determine the most affordable places to travel in August, we tapped the pros at Kayak to pull flight and hotel data between Aug. 1 and Aug. 31, 2024. The prices listed for each destination below include a combined average for round-trip economy airfare and rate for one overnight stay in a standard double hotel room. “Among the cheapest destinations to fly this August are southern hotspots with major airports…