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Summary New Tourist Tax in Iceland Sustainability Efforts by Tourism Companies Global Trends in Tourism Taxes Travel Industry’s Commitment to Sustainability Visiting Iceland will soon cost a little more, but the increased expense will go to a good cause. The Nordic country plans to add a new tax for tourists that will support climate and…
1. Introduction Taiwan is looking to boost its tourism numbers and will hand out cash to visitors as an incentive to come. 2. Financial Incentives for Tourists The island will distribute NT $5,000 (approximately $166) to 500,000 individual tourists, along with up to NT $20,000 (approximately $667) to 90,000 tour groups, CNN reported. The money…
Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls Reopens to Vaccinated Travelers Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls has opened its doors to vaccinated travelers as the country is eager to revitalize its tourism industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “This is in view of the realization that over 60% of the population in Victoria Falls has been vaccinated,” Zimbabwe’s Information Minister Monica Mutsvangwa…
Rome’s Rare Snowfall: A Winter Wonderland Experience A rare snowfall has caused huge delight among locals and visitors as the Italian capital city – and its iconic monuments – lie under a stunning carpet of snow. The First Snow in Six Years This is the first snow in Rome in six years, with some areas…
New Tourism Initiatives in Mombasa, Kenya The county government of Mombasa has announced plans to hold monthly street festivals in Uhuru Gardens next to the iconic Tusks along Moi Avenue. These new events, called the Mishakiki Street Festivals, will highlight Swahili dishes to both local and international tourists. Consequently, tourism executives hope that these regular…
iBestTravel Travel News Share Aug 20, 2019 • 0 min read Collection box. Image by Steven Depolo / CC BY 2.0 Danish Tourist Banned from Ireland for Theft Incident Overview A Danish tourist has recently been prohibited from entering Ireland after committing theft from a church collection box. The incident involving the 61-year-old man transpired…
The Batwa people of Uganda, who have coexisted with mountain gorillas for generations, are currently facing significant challenges for their survival. Historically, they were hunter-gatherers; however, in 1991, they were forcibly evicted from their ancestral land to create national parks. Therefore, charities are advocating for community-based tourism initiatives to ensure that the Batwa can benefit…
Fiji’s Tourism Surge: A Growing Destination Fiji enjoyed a significant increase in tourist arrivals in 2015, surpassing its target by 40,835 visitors, bringing the total to 754,835 visitors last year. Fiji’s idyllic landscapes. The substantial growth in visitor arrivals can be credited to several factors, including increased collaboration among stakeholders, effective support from Tourism Fiji…
Cuba’s Tourism Reopening Plans Amid COVID-19 With only one COVID-related death recorded since May 30, the Cuban government has announced tentative plans to reopen for tourism, which is the country’s second-biggest money-earner after healthcare. The reopening will take place in three phases, with the first phase expected to begin in late June, allowing Cubans to…
Attracting Tourists to Egypt in the Midst of a Pandemic The year 2020 was poised to be exceptional for tourism in Egypt. The Grand Egyptian Museum was slated to open this year after nearly two decades in the making, prompting recognition from travel experts. Cairo was named one of the top cities to visit in…
A tourist in Iran: Shiraz and Persepolis Updated 8:14 AM EDT, Thu July 9, 2015 Persepolis has had many famous visitors over the centuries. Some have even carved their names into stones at the site. Here is Friedrich Wilhelm Graf von der Schulenburg — envoy of Germany, later diplomat under Hitler and staunch Nazi. He…
Julien Mauve’s Greetings from Mars Photography Trump speaks at an event for the Economic Club of Chicago. Watch CNN Exploring Life on Mars Through a Unique Lens In his captivating series “Greetings from Mars,” photographer Julien Mauve presents a stunning juxtaposition of vacation photography and the alien landscapes of the Red Planet. Through this imaginative…
Chris and Carolyn: A Love Story Spanning 50 Years Meant to Be: A Journey of Love Today, Chris and Carolyn have been married for almost 50 years, reflecting on their love story as one that was truly meant to be. According to Carolyn, “It was just meant to be.” European encounter: American tourist Carolyn fell…
Discover the Charm of Essaouira A Growing Tourist Hub Essaouira has become a hot destination for tourists and travelers in search of adventure with creature comforts and a taste of the exotic never far from reach. Nationwide, tourist numbers dipped last year according to the Moroccan Ministry of Tourism, however, a direct flight from London…
Explore the Fascinating World of Ghost Cruise Tours VP Kamala Harris takes questions in town hall with radio host Charlamagne tha God. Watch CNN Continuing attraction: Derham plans to continue his Ghost Cruise Tours throughout September and October — as long as the UK weather holds out and the ships remain moored nearby. Cruise ship…
Agritourism has become a buzzword of sorts—travelers are increasingly interested in where their food is grown and connecting with the land that provides it. This trend reflects a need to unplug and enjoy a simpler way of life. Consequently, farm stays are globally on the rise. What is Agritourism? Agritourism offers experiences such as life…