Trips to Dubai just got cheaper for travelers who enjoy a drink on vacation with the government removing its 30% municipality tax on alcohol sales. The country has also removed its AED 270 (US$73) fee for liquor licenses that allow people to buy alcohol to drink at home. The reduction in fees and taxes has …
More and more travelers are turning to locations where TV shows were filmed to get their travel inspiration. Dubbed the set effect, hits such as White Lotus, Bridgerton, and The Lord of the Rings have sent people on a journey to destinations around the globe to replicate what they viewed from their screens. So, what …
Wild stag parties, rowdy late-night tourists, and overcrowding are what come to mind for the Amsterdam tourism scene for some, but now locals want to take back their city and change its reputation from party central to a cultural hub. Residents are said to be fed up with nuisance tourists that have hit an all-time …
Despite economic setbacks, a war in Ukraine, and inflation, European tourism is back in full swing, and Southern Mediterranean destinations are making the biggest comeback. With the help of a stronger U.S. dollar, which appreciated around 20% against both the euro and pound over the last year, this made Europe a more enticing destination for …
The island nation of Bermuda is set to build its first casino after the Bermuda Gaming Commission (BGC) awarded a license to St. Regis Bermuda Resort. The announcement comes nine years after Bermuda’s Parliament first approved the development of Casinos on the Island and several months after the hotel submitted its casino license application. The …
The world has finally started to reopen this year, leading to some of the most intense travel demand ever seen. It’s made for a chaotic travel season, but it’s also meant that many countries and destinations are breaking tourism records. Croatia, Greece, Austria, Los Cabos, Cancun, and many other areas are smashing previous arrival records …
Marseille Among Those Keeping The Visiting Numbers Under Control Several towns in France have taken the sudden surge in tourism into their own hands by implementing limits on the number of visitors. Marseille is one of the most significant cities to take action. The French countryside has long been an iconic destination for foreigners. Its …
When most people picture traveling, they probably are picturing themselves sitting on a beach somewhere, escaping their worries. However, travel isn’t always about escaping the realities of the world; sometimes, it’s the opposite. For those brave enough to visit, Visit Ukraine now offers guided tours of cities that the Russian invasion has ravaged. While not …
Italy has become a very popular destination for summer vacations, especially for Americans. A recent report published by Airbnb revealed that US travelers are highly interested in visiting destinations like Venice, Capri, and Florence this year. The Italian government is aware of the popularity of the country for international travelers, and —while it helps the …
Large crowds of tourists have returned to Las Vegas – with the city’s casinos reporting near record numbers. With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic having had a major impact on the tourism industry worldwide, Las Vegas was no exception to this – with the 26th-most populous city in the U.S. having seen its world-renowned ‘Las Vegas’ …
Starting this summer an online registration system for Venice will be implemented Venice is one of the top destinations in Italy—and in Europe— and new rules are about to change the way tourists get to visit this iconic “floating city” within the next few weeks. Local authorities announced on Wednesday the implementation of a new …
The NIZUC Resort and Spa has announced they will now require proof of a negative Covid-19 test to enter the hotel. Cancun is well known worldwide for its relaxed entry requirements but the NIZUC has taken a different route saying it wants to protect its guest from the Omicron variant. NIZUC announced the new testing …