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Amsterdam shows increasingly open hostility to visitors
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Amsterdam shows increasingly open hostility to visitors

Amsterdam is preparing to introduce new tourism measures over the existing ones, which will make the city one of the toughest in Europe in managing tourism while showing a growing hostility towards travelers. Among others is a gradual increase in its tourist tax to 20% by the end of the...

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World Hospitality Symposium to celebrate the world of hospitality on November 17, at The Boca Raton, Florida

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World Hospitality Symposium to celebrate the world of hospitality on November 17, at The Boca Raton, Florida

Russia closes border crossings with Baltic States, Finland

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Russia closes border crossings with Baltic States, Finland

Vietjet targets Australia's domestic skies in bold challenge to Qantas and Virgin

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Melbourne Airport hails new Vietnam route

Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists

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Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists

UN Tourism and ITF point to woman's underrepresentation in tourism transport

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UN Tourism and ITF point to woman's underrepresentation in tourism transport
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Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

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China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

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Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie

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Airbnb reactivates anti-party system for U.S. Independance Day on July 4

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

The UAE is poised to enter a new era of transportation as Etihad Rail prepares to launch its long-awaited passenger rail services, creating the country’s first nationwide passenger train network.Passenger operations will officially begin on June 30, 2026, with the inaugural route connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah. Both Emirates are...

Ireland commits €228 million to boost cross-border rail links

24 Jun

Ireland commits €228 million to boost cross-border rail links

Fatal UK train collision leaves one dead, 89 injured

20 Jun

Fatal UK train collision leaves one dead, 89 injured

New-generation night trains now linking Vienna to Switzerland

16 Jun

New-generation night trains now linking Vienna to Switzerland
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Intrepid to host its largest-ever agent training event

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Intrepid to host its largest-ever agent training event

60 agents will join Intrepid in Morocco to experience the positive impact of travel over National Travel Agents’ Day.Intrepid Travel, a global leader in responsible travel, has announced their largest ever in-person training event for UK agents from 4 – 7 September 2026. With support from the Moroccan National Tourist...

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

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VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

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Virgin Voyages unveils free balcony upgrade offer

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Holland America Line launches ‘Anniversary Sale’ promotion
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Travel Intelligence

Amsterdam shows increasingly open hostility to visitors

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Amsterdam shows increasingly open hostility to visitors

Amsterdam is preparing to introduce new tourism measures over the existing ones, which will make the city one of the toughest in Europe in managing tourism while showing a growing hostility towards travelers. Among others is a gradual increase in its tourist tax to 20% by the end of the...

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Boardroom Reads

Transportation

Guernsey-Portsmouth ferry to make a stop in Cherbourg

Direct ferry services between Guernsey and Portsmouth are going to triangulate with Cherbourg from November as part of a restructuring announced early this week by Brittany Ferries in what it called ‘difficult market conditions’. The Islander ferry will follow what the company called ‘a more efficient schedule’ from November 1st,...

7h ago

Other News

World Hospitality Symposium to celebrate the world of hospitality on November 17, at The Boca Raton, Florida

The World Hospitality Symposium, the event that celebrates the great and the good in the world of hospitality will mark the 50th anniversary of Disco with an unbeatable array of entertainers and VIP guests.The event will take place on the evening of November 17th at the iconic Boca Raton in...

7h ago

Breaking

Vietjet targets Australia's domestic skies in bold challenge to Qantas and Virgin

Vietnamese low-cost airline Vietjet is preparing an ambitious expansion into Australia's domestic aviation market, a move that could redistribute cards in one of the world's most concentrated airline sectors.According to reporting by the Australian Financial Review, Vietjet has applied to Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for an Air Operator...

16h ago

Tech

Skyscanner rolls out AI trip planner, road trip tools and real-time flight tracking

Skyscanner is expanding its travel planning platform with a range of new AI-powered features and product updates designed to help travelers save money and simplify summer vacation planning.The travel search platform, which attracts more than 160 million users worldwide every month to compare flights, accommodations and car rentals, is introducing...

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Destinations Radar

Agatha Christie Festival 2026 with immersive celebration of the Queen of Crime

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Agatha Christie Festival 2026 with immersive celebration of the Queen of Crime

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Cyprus tourism revenues collapse in April due to the Gulf war

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Cyprus tourism revenues collapse in April due to the Gulf war

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Taiwan launches cash rewards to encourage repeat foreign visitors

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Taiwan launches cash rewards to encourage repeat foreign visitors

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OAG sees challenging headwinds for US air transport this summer

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OAG sees challenging headwinds for US air transport this summer

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British Airways and Porter Airlines with new codeshare agreement

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VisitEngland launches latest phase of campaign "My coast has the most…"

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Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

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Russia closes border crossings with Baltic States, Finland

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Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists

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UN Tourism and ITF point to woman's underrepresentation in tourism transport

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Exploring 250th anniversary of America through Irish Emigration

The 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence for the United States is also an opportunity to dig into Ireland Emigration heritage, as highlighted by Tourism Ireland. For millions of Americans, the story of their family began indeed with a voyage from Ireland.Whether driven by opportunity, hardship, ambition, or necessity,...

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Air

A pop-up Air France restaurant during the summer in Marseille

Trying Business Class signature dishes without paying the price of a business class ticket? Air France is taking its signature onboard dining experience to Provence this summer with the third edition of its exclusive pop-up restaurant, opening at Marseille's iconic Cercle des Nageurs from July 14 through August 9, 2026.Following...

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Other News

Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

A Thai Airways flight attendant has been charged after Australian authorities allegedly discovered more than 1kg of heroin concealed in her luggage following her arrival at Melbourne Airport.The 26-year-old Thai national was working onboard a Thai Airways international service when she landed in Melbourne on June 25, 2026. During routine...

Tripadvisor agreement to sell TheFork to American Express

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Tripadvisor agreement to sell TheFork to American Express

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Sarawak to capitalize on legacy-focused MICE events

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UAE expands visa-on-arrival program for six more countries

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More airlines to fly new routes to Thailand despite skyrocketing airport fees

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