May 22, 2024 – आवारा मुसाफिर

International tourism reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels

May 22, 2024305 Views

International tourist arrivals reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024. According to UN Tourism, more than 285 million tourists travelled internationally in January-March, about 20% more than the first quarter of 2023, underscoring the sector’s near-complete recovery from the impacts of the pandemic. In 2023 international tourist arrivals recovered 89% of 2019 levels and export revenues from tourism 96%, while direct tourism GDP reached the same levels as in 2019. UN Tourism’s projection for 2024 points to a full recovery of international tourism with arrivals growing 2% above 2019 levels. In line with this, the newest data released by the UN specialized agency for tourism show that: The Middle East saw the strongest relative growth, with international...

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One of the greatest concentrations of cultural institutions

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May 22, 2024316 Views

Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi is on track for 2025 completion Showcases Abu Dhabi’s commitment to culture The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has reaffirmed that Saadiyat Cultural District, along with its cultural institutions, is on track for completion in 2025. Saadiyat Cultural District is a global platform, emanating from a rich cultural heritage, celebrating traditions, and advancing equitable culture. It is an embodiment of empowerment, showcasing museums, collections, and narratives that celebrate the region’s heritage while promoting a diverse global cultural landscape. Once completed, the diversity of Saadiyat Cultural District’s institutions will make the district one of the most unique cultural platforms. It is already the...

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Amora selects Sydney as regional hub

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May 22, 2024333 Views

To drive Asia Pacific brand expansion strategy, opens corporate office in Australia Leading independent hospitality company Amora Hotels & Resorts is positioning itself for a new phase of expansion in Asia Pacific as it prepares to introduce its unique style of customer-centric luxury hospitality to new destinations across the Pacific and Southeast Asia. This week, the group opened its inaugural corporate office in Sydney, which will spearhead a growth plan to double its portfolio from six to 12 hotels in five years. The establishment of the regional hub will be a launch pad for the fast-developing hotel group to leverage opportunities for acquisitions while driving strategy, brand, operations, finance and human resources. The new chapter of growth is being written by Ear...

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Preserving India’s heritage dances

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May 22, 2024335 Views

Aalekh Foundation synchronises harmoniously with Manasa-Art Aalekh Foundation, a distinguished non-profit organisation, has announced its strategic collaboration with Manasa-Art Without Frontiers, led by the renowned Odissi Dance Guru Sharon Lowen, for the upcoming Omkara Dance Festival and Parivartan Seminar, which will promote Indian classical dances and performance artists from Odisha and Jharkhand. Scheduled for May 31 and June 1, 2024, at the prestigious India International Centre in New Delhi, the festival promises a unique cultural extravaganza. Under the expert curation of Guru Sharon Lowen, the festival will showcase two exceptional dance troupes hailing from Odisha and Jharkhand, featuring Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardees, never before seen in Delhi. The fe...

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Sleeping on the beach might attract hefty fines around world

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May 22, 2024403 Views

Holidaymakers should not take a nap on the beach or else risk hefty fines for breaking the law. Sleep experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have named seven countries across the world where it is illegal to camp or sleep overnight on the beach, including the UK. Some beaches across England have made it explicitly illegal to sleep overnight on the sands, such as Bournemouth, where staycations could receive a fine of £1,000. Tourists wanting to spend the night on the beautiful beaches of Croatia risk being handed a €300 (£256) fine. Wild camping in Portugal along the protected coastline and on the beachfront is illegal, and fines range from €120 - €600 (£102 - £513). Nic Shacklock from Online-Bedrooms.co.uk said: “Anyone planning a beach holiday this summer will be excited to spend tim...