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Tourists are being profiled more than ever before. Sometimes it’s harmless — you might get an English menu at a restaurant, for example. But sometimes the profiling can be deadly — in some places, you could be drugged, robbed, or even killed if you’re identified as a tourist.If you feel like you have a target on your back while traveling, you might be right: Tourists are being profiled more than ever before.Sometimes they’re harmless: when I walked into a cafe in Rio de Janeiro recently, the waiter handed me two menus in English before I could even say “Bom dia.”…

Opinions on the protests are almost evenly split This big public consultation on the government’s plans, as you know, is all about the future economy and tourism sustainability of Mallorca and the Balearic Islands. The question is: should all stakeholders be consulted? Despite this consultation, there will be a huge amount of input. That’s to be expected, given that 140 organisations were represented one way or another at the launch of the so-called Sustainability Pact. There are many stakeholders, some of which may not be directly involved, but they have spokespeople. For example, the Mallorca Hotels Federation, which knows what…

Following extensive cooperation between the Saudi Arabian and Chinese tourism industries, Saudi Arabia will officially become a designated tourist destination for Chinese travelers from July 1. Initiatives include streamlining visa procedures, reducing costs and increasing air capacity by more than 130 percent to enhance the experience for Chinese tourists. Chinese tourists will also be able to use convenient payment systems such as UnionPay, as well as receive Chinese language support, at Saudi Arabia’s airports, destinations and tourist attractions.As reported, one of Saudi Arabia’s biggest tourism ventures is the Red Sea Project. The area is being developed under the guidance of…

There are 29 million Italians ready to leave for one or more trips between June and September, with a total budget of 1,190 euros per person (10% more than in 2023). The Conf Comercio Tourist Observatory’s traveler confidence index is 72 on a scale of 0 to 100, two points higher than in June 2023 and one point higher than in June 2019 (pre-COVID-19). Domestic demand is therefore likely to also break records in 2024, a positive trend. Figures that mark the end of a long period in which the relationship between compatriots and vacations was clearly “lukewarm” and far…

A survey of 21 million passengers has revealed the world’s best airlines, with three European carriers making it into the top ten. advertisementService with a smile, snacks, a great selection of movies: it’s the little things that make flying a little more bearable, but which airline you choose can make a big difference in your experience. So which airline should you choose for the best in-flight experience?This week, the “Oscars of aviation” announced the best airlines for 2024.Established by UK-based airline rating agency Skytrax, the World Airline Awards are based on a survey of more than 21 million passengers from…

Japan has never seen so many tourists flock to it so quickly. A historic weak yen has made travel cheaper for those who can afford it, and combined with a post-pandemic surge in global tourism, interest in the country has never been higher. More than 14.5 million people visited Japan in the first five months of the year, according to the latest data from the Japan National Tourism Organization, up 70% from the same period last year and on track to surpass 2019’s record 31 million. Japan is experiencing an unprecedented tourism boom, fueled by a historic weak yen and…

ROSEVILLE — Boys basketball is shaping up to be the latest big success for Placer County’s tourism industry.This weekend, over 5,000 high school players, coaches and fans will gather at the Roebbelen Center @the Grounds in Roseville, an event center capable of hosting 12 full-court basketball games simultaneously.”It’s not something you see every day,” said Dave Kearns, marketing director for @the Grounds. “Personally, I love seeing the athletes come out here and give it their all and compete.” This three-day basketball tournament will feature more than 160 teams from California and other western states. NCAA scouts from UCLA, Kentucky and…

Home » Lebanon Travel News » Lebanon boosts tourism with visa-free entry policy for seven countries, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE Saturday, June 29, 2024Reading time: 5 minutesLebanon, a small but culturally rich country in the Middle East, sits along the eastern Mediterranean coast. Known for its vibrant history, Lebanon boasts ancient ruins such as Baalbek and fascinating cities such as the bustling capital, Beirut. The country’s diverse cultural tapestry is woven from different religious and ethnic communities, contributing to its renowned culinary and artistic traditions. The tourism sector is expected to see an increase of an additional two million…

The UK has announced its ‘no travel’ list of destinations from which tourists are banned. As tourists and holidaymakers jet off from the UK to all corners of the country this year, some countries and destinations have been more notable and predictable than others.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs now strictly advises against all travel, except essential travel, to 24 countries and territories on the “blacklist”: Afghanistan, Belarus, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Chad, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, Libya, Mali and Niger.Other countries on the list include North Korea, the Palestinian Territories, Russia, Somalia, Somaliland, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine,…

Visitors look at local products during an event to promote tourism in China’s Qinghai province in Sofia, Bulgaria, June 28, 2024. A delegation from northwest China’s Qinghai province welcomed tourists from the Central European country on Friday and introduced the province’s national parks and cultural attractions to Bulgarians. (Photo by Marianne Draganov/Xinhua) SOFIA, June 28 (Xinhua) — A delegation from northwest China’s Qinghai Province on Friday welcomed tourists from Central European country Bulgaria and introduced the province’s national parks and cultural attractions to Bulgarians. At the promotional conference, held at the Chinese Cultural Centre in Sofia, audiences enjoyed a photography…