Travel News Page 1506
Portugal Marked Highest Record of Tourists in July
More than 1.8 million tourists stayed in accommodation spots across Portugal last month, with this number being slightly higher than the pre-pandemic levels.
Japan reopens to individual tourists,
On September 7, the government will allow tourists from all countries to enter Japan without joining a guided tour. However, travellers must make travel and accommodation arrangements via travel agencies.
Costa Rica Crowned Central America’s Leading Destination
Costa Rica has this week been crowned the leading destination for travelers in all of Central America for 2022. The picturesque country – famed for its stunning natural landscapes and near unrivaled levels of biodiversity – received the much sought-after accolade from the World Travel Awards this week.
Oman plans host of tourism events towards year-end
Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for the Governorate of Dhofar has planned a host tourism activities including Tour of Salalah (cycling), Iron Man and Rub’ Al Khali “Empty Quarter” towards the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023.
Vegetation-filled vertical resort proposed for Dubai
International architecture firm OBMI has d OBMI opted for a vertical structure that aims to recreate the feel of a private island in the midst of urban centres such as Dubai. Unlike many of the more outlandish concepts proposed for the UAE, Aera is designed to actually be built.
San Francisco Experiments With Climate Tourism
An unexpected destination is emphasizing its own famously cool temperatures as an incentive to stop there on your next cross-country trip. That destination is San Francisco — which has the advantages of a moderate climate combined with all of the amenities of a large city.
Venice Asks Tourists to Help Cut Down on Pollution
The romantic destination of Venice, Italy is doing everything it can to help keep its famous canals and streets and squares looking pristine. The government is now asking tourists to help cut down on pollution by drinking from the many public water fountains that permeate cities like Venice in lieu of using plastic water bottles
Thailand introduces new 10-year long-term resident visa for foreigners
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to advise that applications opened on 1 September, 2022, for Thailand’s new ‘Long-Term Resident (LTR)’ visa, which offers multiple benefits for holders, including a 10-year visa (extendable) and permission to work in the kingdom.
NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR AT HOTEL ADLON KEMPINSKI BERLIN
The new managing director at the world-famous Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin is called Karina Ansos and is the first woman ever to head the historic hotel at the Brandenburg Gate in the German capital as of mid-October. After three successful years, the previous director, Michael Sorgenfrey, is handing over the reins to his successor – he himself is taking a sabbatical. A return to one of the hotels of the worldwide Kempinski Hotels at a later date is not excluded.
Emirates launches Humanitarian Airbridge to Pakistan
Emirates SkyCargo sets up an airbridge between Dubai and Pakistan to offer cargo capacity free of charge on flights to transport relief aid to people grappling with the damage caused by the devastating floods.
Qatar Airways Kicks-Off Upbeat FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Campaign
With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM kicking off in less than three months, Qatar Airways, FIFA’s Official Airline Partner, is celebrating the universal language of football by connecting global fans through music and innovation. Teaming up with the world-famous ‘We Will Rock You’ anthem that is sung passionately around every stadium
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces signing for Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya
Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya will be the fourth Hotel Indigo-branded hotel in Japan, following Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora which opened in 2020, and Hotel Indigo Karuizawa and Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden, both of which opened earlier this year.