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Skift Take Anyone asking, “What is the Korean Wave?” is clearly not young! The Korean wave is huge, and the Ministry of Tourism is trying to capitalize on the trend to attract foreign tourists. Peden Doma Bhutia South Korea has announced that it has appointed K-pop girl group New Jeans as its tourism ambassadors. South Korea’s global cultural influence, known as the Hallyu boom, is having a major impact on South Korea’s tourism industry. Driven by Korean pop culture, entertainment, music, TV dramas and films, this growing popularity is drawing young international tourists to the country. Formed in 2022, the…
Athens, Greece: Greece is grappling with a severe water crisis exacerbated by its warmest winter on record and an unprecedented early heatwave, potentially causing severe water shortages in the Mediterranean summer. Water reserves are dwindling across the country, particularly in the densely populated Attica region and vulnerable islands that rely heavily on tourism, sending authorities racing to implement emergency measures. In Athens, home to more than a third of Greece’s population, the water level in the Mornos Reservoir, vital to the capital’s water supply, has fallen by 30 percent compared to last year. This prompted EYDAP to issue a “yellow…
GALVESTON, Texas — Nearly a week after a resurgent Hurricane Beryl slammed into Texas, with power still spotty in Galveston, Nick Guide vacuumed water from the seaside inn his family has run since 1911. Blue tarps covered much of the peeling roof. Guide picked up cleaning shifts for hotel and restaurant staff who couldn’t afford to lose shifts to the prolonged power outage.The Fourth of July weekend was meant to mark the start of a lucrative tourist season for the popular resort’s hospitality industry, but a week later, with only a few dozen visitors on its usually packed beaches, Guide…
Nothing keeps the spark burning like traveling together. Spending quality one-on-one time with your loved one while exploring new places is a great way to deepen your bond and create lasting memories. Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or just a long weekend away, why not retreat together to a rustic lodge, laze on a tropical beach, or toast at a country winery? Whatever you want your romantic getaway to be, we can help you make it happen with these amazing weekend destinations perfect for couples. Get blissed out and star-gazing. Best for Outdoor Adventure: Park City, Utah Best for…
BARCELONA — Tourists visiting a popular European destination have encountered signs that locals want to go elsewhere. BARCELONA — Tourists visiting a popular European destination have encountered signs that locals want to go elsewhere. Last week, about 3,000 protesters marched down La Rambla, the city’s tourist hub, spraying people with colourful water pistols, and videos of the demonstration went viral on social media. Hello! You’re reading a premium article! Subscribe now to continue reading. Subscribe now Already a subscriber? Log in Premium Benefits 35+ Premium Articles Every Day Specially curated newsletters every day Access 15+ print articles every day Exclusive…
The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Abuja has reiterated its commitment to promoting tourism and cultural exchanges with Nigeria within the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries. The embassy made the pledge over the weekend at a seminar on “Promoting Cultural and Tourism Exchanges in Belt and Road Cooperation”, co-organised by the Chinese Embassy, the China Alumni Association of Nigeria and the University of Abuja. Li Xuda, cultural counselor at the Chinese Embassy, said the embassy has always attached importance to promoting people-to-people ties between China and Nigeria as cultural…
Updated: 15 Jul 2024 09:39 ISTK-pop sensation New Jeans has been appointed South Korea’s newest tourism ambassador, in a move expected to further boost the country’s tourism industry. Young Korean girl group New Jeans has been gaining popularity for their refreshing music and style. And now, the five-member band — Minzy, Hanni, Daniel, Hyelin and Haein — has been appointed as South Korea’s newest tourism ambassadors. They join a prestigious list of celebrities who have previously served in the role, including global K-pop icons BTS and Squid Game star Lee Jung-jae. The appointment comes at a time when South Korea…
South Korea’s Ministry of Culture and the Korea Tourism Organization have officially appointed rising K-pop girl band New Jeans as the country’s new tourism ambassadors. Formed by ADOR, the band consists of five members: Minzy, Hanni, Daniel, Hyelin and Haein. Tourism numbers to South Korea have recovered to pre-pandemic levels this year, with a third of the influx being driven primarily by K-pop and K-dramas, commonly known as the Korean Wave. Previous Korean celebrity tourism ambassadors appointed include “Squid Game” star and Emmy Award-winning actor Lee Jeong-jae in 2023, global K-pop star BTS in 2022, and soccer star Son Heung-min…
Tourists take photos at the Giza Pyramids scenic spot in Giza, Egypt, July 14, 2024. Egypt’s tourism revenue is expected to reach $6.6 billion in the first half of 2024, up from $6.3 billion in the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)Tourists visit the Giza Pyramids scenic spot in Giza, Egypt, on July 14, 2024. Egypt’s tourism revenue reached $6.6 billion in the first half of 2024, up from $6.3 billion in the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)Tourists take photos at the Giza Pyramids scenic spot in Giza, Egypt, July 14, 2024. Egypt’s tourism revenue is expected to reach…
Dusit Thani College hosted a sustainability workshop for Ferrandi Paris students, focusing on sustainable tourism development, under the guidance of Dr Scott Smith. Bangkok, Thailand – Dusit Thani College (DTC) hosted a week-long sustainability workshop for Ferrandi Paris graduate students currently studying sustainability at the college. Led by Dr. Scott Smith from Assumption University in Thailand, a certified facilitator for the 2030 SDGs Game, the intensive program aimed to provide a deeper understanding of sustainable tourism development, explore ways to increase tourism’s positive impacts while reducing its negative effects, and demonstrate the power of global collaboration and innovative education. The…