Residents of several areas of Poland and the Czech Republic rushed to evacuate on Monday as others in central Europe began cleaning up after the worst flooding in over two decades left a trail of destruction and a rising number of deaths. Border areas between the Czech Republic and Poland were hit hard over the weekend as heavy rain that has fallen since last week and surging water levels collapsed some bridges, forced evacuations and damaged cars and houses. At least 17 people have died in flooding from Romania to Poland in the past few days. A drone view shows a flooded area in Piszkowice, Poland, in this still image from a social media video taken on September 15, 2024. Mariusz Kula/via REUTERS On Monday afternoon, the mayor of Nysa, a town of more than 40,000 people in sou...
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In a record year for tourism revenues, Greece to ban new short-term lets in Athens
Ban to be in force for at least a year, tax on holiday lets to be increased A ban on new licences for short-term rentals in three districts in central Athens will be in force for at least a year, the Greek government said on Monday, also raising the tax on such holiday lets. Like many other European tourism destinations, Greece is seeking to balance a profitable industry fuelled by online platforms such as Airbnb with the needs of locals facing a housing shortage. A lack of housing and the rising cost of living prompted the country this month to announce an increase in a tax on short-term rentals, ban new licences in central Athens and give homeowners incentives to switch to long-term rentals. A view of the cityscape with the Parthenon temple atop the Acropolis hill seen in th...
Read MoreThe Ultimate Beachfront Music Experience every Saturday at Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island Get ready to dive into the most electrifying beachfront event of the season! Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island is excited to announce the launch of the Sand & Sound Ula RAK Music Festival 2024, a weekly musical escape that will turn your Saturdays into an unforgettable experience. Starting October 19th, Ula Beach RAK will host live DJ performances by internationally acclaimed artists and GCC’s finest talents, making it the place to be this winter season in Ras Al Khaimah. The Hottest Lineup on the Coast The Sand & Sound Ula RAK Music Festival is not just another event—it’s a celebration of life, music and the stunning coastal vibes of Ula Beach Ras Al Khaimah. Imagine danci...
Read MoreHong Kong Tourism to stage its first-ever mid-autumn festival-themed drone show
Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance Elevated and Expanded Innovative Elements Infused with Traditional Celebrations City-Wide Events to Enhance the Festive Appeal This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival features an impressive lineup of events, surpassing those of previous years. The classic Fire Dragon Dance has undergone an upgrade by expanding the performance zone and introducing a live broadcast area in Victoria Park for three consecutive nights (16 to 18 September), engaging more visitors and locals to feel the boundless vibrancy of the traditional festival. On the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival (17 September), the festive experience will be further elevated by the debut of the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s (HKTB) first Mid-Autumn Festival-themed drone show, featuring thousands of drones weaving to...
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