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European tourism leaders met to advance plans to strengthen collaboration within and beyond the region, including the ground-breaking Agenda for Europe. The UNWTO European Commission held a meeting within the framework of the 25th session of the United Nations General Assembly in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The meeting, the second of the year, brought together high-level representatives from around 40 European countries to discuss challenges affecting the region’s tourism industry and the way forward. With its rich history and cultural significance, Samarkand serves as an exciting backdrop for discussions about the future of European tourism. UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili expressed his gratitude…
Europe’s tourism leaders met to advance plans to strengthen collaboration within and beyond the region, including the ground-breaking Agenda for Europe. The UNWTO European Commission held a meeting within the framework of the 25th session of the United Nations General Assembly in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The meeting, the second of the year, brought together high-level representatives from around 40 European countries to discuss challenges affecting the region’s tourism industry and the way forward. With its rich history and cultural significance, Samarkand serves as an exciting backdrop for discussions about the future of European tourism. UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili expressed his gratitude…
BRUSSELS (AP) – The European Union comes amid growing concerns that a war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas could increase tensions between Europe’s communities and bring in more refugees seeking refuge. Leaders will hold an emergency summit on Tuesday.After Hamas attacked southern Israel on October 7, sparking a new war in Gaza, a series of social media messages, statements and visits by EU officials sowed confusion about the 27-nation coalition’s intentions. In response, leaders are likely to make efforts to restore some degree of order.More than 4,000 people have been killed and about 200 Israelis, including children,…
Pintxos in a barn in the old town of San Sebastian, one of the finalists for European capital… [+] smart tourismGetty Images Six European cities have been selected by the European Commission as finalists to be named Smart Tourism European Capitals of 2024. The award recognizes cities that have demonstrated “extraordinary commitment to shaping the future of sustainable and innovative tourism” across five categories: accessibility, sustainability, digitalisation, heritage and creativity. An EU initiative to recognize intelligent solutions. This is the fourth edition of the annual competition, with Paphos and Seville as European Capitals of Smart Tourism in 2023, Bordeaux and…
CNN — Dermatologist Zeina Nehme says her practice typically sees a large number of cases in the summer when patients get bed bug bites while traveling. But surprisingly, nothing materialized this year, she says. But like others who aren’t in dire straits, Nehme has seen a flurry of headlines and social media accounts chronicling bed bug paranoia in Paris. It exploded during fashion week and then spread to other cities, including London. So during a recent trip to the City of Lights, Nehme decided to undertake an experiment of sorts. The idea is to see one of her troublesome creatures…
CNN — Dermatologist Zeina Nehme says her practice typically sees a large number of cases in the summer when patients get bed bug bites while traveling. But surprisingly, nothing materialized this year, she says. But like others who aren’t in dire straits, Nehme has seen a flurry of headlines and social media accounts chronicling bed bug paranoia in Paris. It exploded during fashion week and then spread to other cities, including London. So during a recent trip to the City of Lights, Nehme decided to undertake an experiment of sorts. The idea is to see one of her troublesome creatures…
If Iran becomes involved, further tightening of sanctions may be considered. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told reporters in Morocco on Wednesday: “I have no thoughts regarding possible future actions.” “Of course, I don’t want to get ahead of myself right now.” Investment bank Goldman Sachs said in a note Thursday that it expects Iran’s oil production to decline only slightly as a result of the conflict, with oil prices trading at $100 a barrel by the end of next year. He said that this was in line with his prediction. “We view the risk as being slightly skewed to…
With the summer heat starting to leave the South, now is the perfect time to get outside.This season is perfect for spending time outdoors, whether it’s going on a hike or exploring a new city. We’ve compiled a list of the best road trip destinations near Memphis, including some that are less than four hours away (one way).Here are some great places to visit for a weekend getaway or day trip that aren’t too far from Memphis.Little Rock, ArkansasDistance from Memphis: 137 milesLittle Rock, the capital of Arkansas, is located in the central part of the state along the Arkansas…
No more waiting for your annual vacation, then filling it end-to-end until you drag yourself back to work needing another week off. You are retired — and if you’re reading this, you probably love to travel. With the youngest baby boomers turning 59 this year, and the first group around age 77, most members of that influential cohort are likely retired or semi-retired. According to AARP’s 2022 Travel Trends survey, the majority of travelers over age 50 (67 percent) planned to travel in 2022, taking at least four trips throughout the year. And since 2023 has brought record-breaking travel numbers,…
Chinese respondents saw the biggest jump in their intentions to travel to Europe between September and December this year. Long-distance travelers are choosing new strategies to maximize their experience while minimizing costs. Low-cost air tickets and rail passes are the most popular options for reciprocal travel. European transport.Long-haul travelers are showing enthusiasm for exploring European destinations this fall, with travel intentions from key markers remaining flat or increasing compared to last year.Interest in traveling to Europe is increasing, especially in China. Despite concerns about rising travel costs and rising airfares, 74% of Chinese survey respondents plan to visit European destinations…