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CruiseCruise vacations in Europe are taxed significantly less than hotel stays despite their much greater environmental impact, according to a new study by transport and environmental advocacy group Transport & Environment (T&E).The report found that passengers staying on cruise ships pay almost half the tax burden of travelers staying in...
DestinationWelcoming more than 16 million visitors annually, Singapore's Sentosa Island is preparing for its most ambitious makeover since opening as a leisure destination more than 50 years ago.Under the newly unveiled Greater Sentosa Master Plan (GSMP), the island will expand to include neighboring Brani Island, creating a larger tourism and...
DestinationLeipzig in Eastern Germany has officially opened Stadthafen Leipzig, a new waterfront destination that creates a central gateway to the city's extensive network of rivers and lakes after a quarter-century of planning and development.Opened at the end of June 2026, the new city harbor is located less than a mile...
DestinationThe National Geographic Society has officially opened the National Geographic Museum of Exploration, a new interactive attraction in downtown Washington, D.C., transforming its historic headquarters into a destination dedicated to science, storytelling and discovery.Located at 1600 M Street NW, the sustainably designed museum replaces the traditional "look but don't touch"...
DestinationWallonia is making it easier than ever for travelers to swap four wheels for two feet—or two wheels—with the launch of 12 new car-free travel itineraries designed to showcase the best of southern Belgium by rail.The initiative promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging visitors to explore the region using trains combined...
HotelThe Lux Collective has officially entered Rwanda with the opening of two luxury resorts that form the foundation of an ambitious tourism circuit designed to showcase the country's most iconic landscapes while promoting regenerative tourism.The award-winning luxury hospitality company has launched LUX Lake Kivu* and SALT of Akagera, the first...
DestinationVisitEngland has launched the latest phase of its nationwide “All on the Coast” campaign, stepping up efforts to encourage more domestic travelers to choose England’s coastline for summer getaways and short breaks.The new activation, “My Coast Has the Most…”, builds on the success of an earlier pilot campaign in northwest...
DestinationPresent at the end of May at IMEX Frankfurt, Sarawak used the MICE travel show to reinforce its ambitions to become Asia's leading destination for legacy-driven business events. Rather than simply promoting itself as another meetings destination, the Malaysian state is highlighting a long-term strategy centered on sustainable growth, knowledge...
DestinationQatar recently provided a detailed plan for an ambitious new cultural and lifestyle destination that will transform Al Maha Island into a world-class hub for art, luxury living and tourism.The 230,000-square-meter man-made island in Lusail will feature a striking mix of museums, waterfront residences, boutique hospitality, gardens, dining and public...
HotelAll 32 hotels operated by the Zurich-based SV Hotel in Switzerland and Germany have been awarded the internationally recognized Green Key certification for sustainable management. The achievement also qualifies the properties for Level III status in Switzerland’s Swisstainable sustainability program.The international certification, issued by the Foundation for Environmental Education, recognizes...
BreakingVenice is weighing a sharp escalation of its day-tripper entry fee, with proposals to raise the levy to as much as €50 on peak days in an effort to curb overtourism and better manage visitor flows.The measure, first introduced in 2024 as a pilot scheme, currently requires same-day visitors to...
DestinationFollowing the devastating wildfires that swept through Rhodes (Greece) in 2023, a major reforestation effort is helping restore one of the island’s most severely affected areas.Through the new TUI Forest Rhodes initiative, 80,000 square meters of damaged land surrounding the historic Panagia Ypseni Monastery are being regenerated with thousands of...
