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Govt plans Rs 2,500 crore direct infra investment in Bengal tourism sector

The West Bengal government is set to invest over Rs 2,500 crore in tourism infrastructure. Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh highlighted this investment during the ICC Hospitality and Tourism Summit. The initiative aims to make various destinations across Bengal accessible to international tourists. Additionally, the government plans to establish a hospitality…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Bolivia: Only 6 of President Rodrigo Paz's Original 14 ministers Are Still in Office

Eight of the 14 ministers Paz swore in during 2025 are already gone. We break down the exits, the IMF deal, and Bolivia's fuel crisis.

Latin Times · Sep 15

UAE companies keen to invest in Rajasthan hospitality sector: UAE Ministry

Rajasthan's Chief Minister invited United Arab Emirates companies to invest in key sectors. He highlighted the state's rich heritage and tourism potential for investors. The government pledged full support for companies seeking to invest in Rajasthan. Bilateral trade between India and the UAE has exceeded one hundred billion dollars annually.…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Cyprus: War-related tourism concerns and climate change efforts

Cypriot authorities stress that the country is safe, wanting to prevent a possible decrease in tourist flows due to the war in the Middle East.

Euronews · Mar 26

Jamaica races to reopen for peak tourism season in December after Hurricane Melissa

Airports are up and running while cruise ports eye a return to normal in mid-December.

Euronews · Nov 6, 2025

Jamaica in race against time to prepare for peak tourism season after Hurricane Melissa devastation

Tourism is Jamaica’s main source of foreign exchange earnings

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2025

Majorca Tourism Falls 20% After Furious Protests Scare Off Holidaymakers — Bars and Beaches Now Struggling

Majorca's tourism is slumping after anti-tourism protests, with businesses reporting revenue drops up to 40% in peak areas—locals demand change while officials scramble to reassure visitors.

International Business Times UK · Sep 8, 2025

Star-studded push to lure tourists to Australia

Global celebrities have been signed up to help bring travellers to Australian shores as part of a tourism push infused with a "strong dose of humour".

AAP · Aug 4, 2025

NZ’s plan to ‘welcome anyone, from anywhere, anytime’ is not a sustainable tourism policy

Attracting more Chinese tourists to New Zealand, including during the off-season, was a major part of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s trade agenda during his visit to China last week. As Tourism Minister Louise Upston put it: “we welcome anyone, from anywhere, anytime”.

The Conversation · Jun 23, 2025

Spain cracks down on holiday rentals with new bans in 43 areas to tackle overtourism

New restrictions are geared toward curbing the number of holiday home rentals in the Costa del Sol

Evening Standard · Jan 16, 2025