Tourism
Government seeks to shorten Hajj queues and boost Umrah economy
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The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is taking steps to shorten Hajj waiting times and utilize flights for tourism.
Egypt’s tourism minister met Italian tour operators and airline executives in Rome and Milan to expand cooperation and attract more visitors.
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The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced on Friday plans to develop historical travel routes centered on Bonghwa county. The initiative draws on the story of 13th-century Vietnamese prince Ly Long Tuong to attract visitors from Vietnam.
DANE published the 2025 Tourism Satellite Account data showing US$13.498 million in international tourism revenue and 995,709 jobs in the sector.
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Japan will increase visa fees sharply from July 1, with single-entry visas rising from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen. The change, the first since 1978, is expected to affect Chinese travelers most among major source markets.
Mexico's government organizes the second La Gran Escapada edition from June 18 to 21 to boost domestic tourism with discounts on lodging and travel.
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Shangri-La hotel group chief executive Kuok Hui Kwong said Hong Kong holds enormous potential for cultural tourism as a bridge between mainland China and the world.
DOT unveils 3,000 deals for local tourism drive
June 26, 2026 06:39Turkish court convicts four over insecticide deaths of German family
June 26, 2026 01:53Home Affairs Minister praises Belu weaving parade for preserving culture and boosting economy
June 24, 2026 16:43Lennakatten to celebrate 150 years on 27–28 June
June 23, 2026 21:45Ethiopia highlights success of Gebeta Le Sheger projects in tourism revival
June 22, 2026 03:20Transit Agent Caught Extorting Tourists in Cancún
June 21, 2026 00:18Japan to raise visa fees for first time in 48 years
June 20, 2026 21:38Paris deploys 4800 officers for music festival amid heatwave
June 20, 2026 13:19Jung District launches 11 walking tours through November
June 20, 2026 11:08Lembang charm attracts international tourists during school holidays