Oscar-winning Oppenheimer helps boost tourism in this historic town
[ad_1] Filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s US$1bil (RM4.68bil)-grossing Oppenheimer hasn’t just lined the pockets of Hollywood studio executives – it has also brought an unexpected windfall to the secretive community of Los Alamos in New Mexico, the United States. The movie, which took home seven Oscars including for Best Picture earlier this week, tells the story of […]
Spanish travel industry happy to see China’s return as major tourist destination
[ad_1] Spanish travel agencies also applaud China’s visa-free policy, which is seen as an incentive to revive the tourism sectors in China and Europe. BARCELONA, Spain, March 17 (Xinhua) — Professionals in Spain’s travel industry are delighted about China’s ongoing return to be a major tourist destination for Spanish tourists. At the B-Travel tourism fair, […]
Boost for tourism as admin plans to introduce scheme for tongas – Times of India
[ad_1] Mysuru: The district administration is set to enhance Tonga tourism in Mysuru as part of the Swadesh Darshan scheme. Initiatives include linking Mysuru zoo with Karanji Lake and the Regional Museum of Natural History (RMNH). A detailed project report of Rs 22.1 crore has been submitted to the govt for approval. Mysuru city currently […]
Thailand again considers legalising casinos to lure tourists
[ad_1] Thailand is again considering legalising casinos to draw investment and tourism, a study submitted to the House of Representative on Friday showed, but such proposals have been losing bets in the past because of public disapproval. Thailand again considers legalising casinos to lure tourists (File Photo by Photographer: Lisa Marie David/Bloomberg) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} […]
Hong Kong to offer flight deals, vouchers to lure Xian and Qingdao visitors
[ad_1] New travel packages with perks such as complimentary hotel breakfast and three must-have items for visiting the city – an Octopus Card, an internet SIM card and a travel adaptor – were also included, it added. Travellers from the two cities will also receive two vouchers, each valued at HK$100 (US$13), which can be […]
Tourism gets a boost with new air services – Times of India
[ad_1] Bhopal: CM Mohan Yadav on Thursday launched the PM Shri Tourism Air Service and PM Shri Religious Tourism Heli Service connecting important cities to promote religious tourism. Speaking on the occasion he emphasized the vast geographical expanse of the state and outlined the plans to introduce helicopter services to Datia, Maihar, Orchha, and other […]
‘Poor ghost’: China tourist insulted for leaving shop without making purchase
[ad_1] A tourist in China has complained to the police after a business owner called her a “poor ghost” after she asked about prices and tried to leave without buying anything. On February 25, in Xiamen, a city in the southeastern coastal province of Fujian, the woman traveller and her partner visited a pearl shop […]
Maharashtra plans tourism zone near upcoming Navi Mumbai airport
[ad_1] Mumbai may soon get a dedicated ‘tourism zone’ near the upcoming greenfield international airport in Navi Mumbai. Located near the growth centres of Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane and Raigad, this zone will have a mix of amusement parks, hotels, restaurants, hotel management and training institutes, and ancillary activities. It is one of the provisions […]
Hong Kong hotel tax sparks concerns from sector but tourists unfazed
[ad_1] “Frankly, prices in Hong Kong are higher than in other places. We’re spending quite a bit anyway, so it does not make that much difference if there’s a little extra charge,” Chen said. “It would be a different story if it was 10 per cent.” Hong Kong plans to allocate HK$1 billion to improve […]
PM Modi launches work to boost tourism at Karaikal temple, beach
[ad_1] PM virtually launching the projects; an artist’s impression of tourism development at Karaikal Beach | Express KARAIKAL: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday virtually launched projects worth a total Rs 40 crore towards the development of infrastructure around Lord Dharbaranyeswarar Temple and the improvement of tourism facilities at Karaikal Beach. The projects are expected […]