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We recently put together a report on the 15 countries in the world with the most domestic tourists, and in this article we take a look at the top countries.Domestic tourism in a post-pandemic worldDomestic tourism refers to travel that an individual undertakes within their own country and does not cross borders. Both international and domestic tourism have been hit hard by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the World Tourism Organization (WTO), the number of international tourists fell by 73% in 2020. However, the situation for domestic tourism was a bit different.Lin and his colleagues conducted a…
At least one stretch of I-4 has the longest delays in the country, according to a well-regarded traffic analysis firm. This is the stretch of I-4 west of the completed Ultimate, where express lanes won’t ease congestion. The stretch is from Beachline to 429. Richard Davis drives through the area and knows the conditions firsthand. “It’s congested, it’s awful. I have to go through that area twice a day,” Davis said. The governor has pledged to put money into state transportation projects to address the problem of traffic congestion and address the problem spots. “We know we have really bad…
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JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing to hold another NFL training camp in Laurel Highlands this summer, hoping to bring along a crowd of tourists dubbed “Steelers Nation.”Tourism-focused nonprofit GO Laurel Highlands has been selected as the Steelers’ preferred vacation destination partner.That means landmarks and points of interest in Somerset, Westmoreland and Fayette counties will be promoted to the public through the Steelers over the next few months, the organizations announced. “Our connection and engagement with Steelers Nation provides an unprecedented opportunity to showcase the unique tourism assets and experiences of our region, our partners and within our…
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Tourism Office announced a partnership with Rivian Automotive to kick off the state’s Route 66 Centennial celebration in 2026. Through a series of engaging videos, the partnership will feature three notable travel influencers from the UK, Canada and the US, who are real-life friends, sharing their experiences driving Route 66 in Illinois in a Rivian R1S electric vehicle (EV) custom wrapped with Route 66 Centennial branding.”We’re pleased to launch this exciting new initiative as part of the Route 66 Centennial celebration ahead of that milestone anniversary in 2026,” said Danielle Thomas,…
Kiera Heavener wants to travel the world.She recently took her first steps during a study trip in her home state of West Virginia.Heavener, of Circleville, is a senior at Pendleton County High School. She is one of the participants in the inaugural Governor’s Tourism Academy, a 10-day summer academy for students who want to learn more about West Virginia’s growing tourism industry. The academy kicked off last week in Independence Hall in Wheeling and visited the New River Gorge area on Tuesday, June 25 and Wednesday, June 26. According to a press release from the West Virginia Tourism Office, the…
Skift Take The Dutch capital’s cruise ship restrictions and the eventual relocation of its main terminal are part of an aggressive effort to combat overtourism. Dawit Habtemariam The Amsterdam city government said on Wednesday it plans to cut the number of ships that can call at its main port terminals over the coming years. From 2026, the number of ocean cruise ships that can call at the Amsterdam Passenger Terminal will be reduced from the current 190 to 100. Within 10 years, cruise ships will no longer be able to dock at the main terminal. By 2035, the main cruise…
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Ah, October. The Goldilocks time to travel, when everything’s just right. Weather, crowds, and prices are all moderate, and the only thing over the top is the schedule of events and festivals.We’ve scoured the world for the best this month, whether you want to see the opening of the Mediterranean’s newest cultural high point, mix music with mayhem in a unique Halloween mash-up, or tackle some hikes in an unexpected mountain range where spring is breaking.Here are our 10 favorite spots to visit this October. Plus, we got the inside scoop on every location from a smart, trustworthy local expert.…
“In protest,” school principals in a popular coastal tourist destination are canceling plans for this year in defiance of North Carolina’s school calendar law.The Carteret County School Board on Friday approved a new calendar for the 2024-25 school year that complies with state law by starting classes on Aug. 26. The board also dropped an appeal of a court order that challenged the district’s efforts not to follow the calendar law.The board’s decision came one day after a Superior Court judge denied Carteret County’s request to stay enforcement of a June 5 court ruling that invalidated plans to start classes…