The National Trust for Historic Preservation has unveiled its annual list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. "Across the United States, compelling, meaningful historic sites are at risk, whether from natural disasters, underutilization, neglect, or lack of awareness," said Carol Quillen, President and CEO of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. "Each site on this year's list has inspired passionate supporters from their surrounding communities to work together to save these cherished landmarks and repurpose them for the public, now and into the future. Their leadership shows the power of preservation to create stronger communities, energized local economies, and a healthier environment for everyone." Since first debuting in 1988, the list of America's 11 M...
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The inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma will take place between 16 and 19 April 2026. The dates were announced following the launch event’s postponement last month, out of respect for the passing of Pope Francis and the related events taking place in Rome. Planning is already well underway for Anantara Concorso Roma 2026, with dates confirmed and venues being finalised. The event will take place in Rome in the springtime and will celebrate la dolce vita and all things Italian, including hospitality, cuisine and style. UBS has confirmed its participation and support for the event as presenting partner. To date, all the other partners have also expressed their continued support. From the outset, the vision for the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma was to invite the world’s foremost...
Read MoreThe best beaches across popular European holiday destinations have been revealed, with Nissi Beach in Cyprus ranking in first position. Travel insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have created the European Beach Index to help travellers find their ideal beach holiday destination. The index ranks ten popular European beaches based on factors such as the sea and air temperature, 5-star reviews, average daily costs and the height of the waves. Mellieha Bay Beach, Malta Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa, Cyprus has been named the best beach in Europe, known for its sparkling turquoise waters, golden sands, warm sea and air temperatures. This ultimate beach destination has been awarded the Blue Flag for cleanliness and offers a budget-friendly daily cost of 103€, which includes all y...
Read MoreRebound in visitors leading to unsustainable practices in some regions Fears Asia's most beautiful places could become 'the next Boracay' Phuket building new incinerator to cope with plastic waste Malaysia leveraging Indigenous-led tourism Nikoi and Cempedak resorts investing heavily in sustainability The bleak pandemic years of empty deckchairs, ghost-town resorts, and thumb-twiddling masseuses are now just a bad memory for Asia’s top tourism draws. But the return of the sun-seeking masses to the world’s fastest-growing region for tourism has yielded new problems. Popular hotspots such as Phuket, Bali and Kyoto in Japan have promoted themselves under the banner of sustainable tourism as they look to recoup lost revenue and appeal to a new breed of conscious travelle...
Read MoreTwo-month survey by Wildlife Alliance and Dhole Conservation Fund validates 11-year public-private model that converts threatened forest into a wildlife and community lifeline A landmark two-month camera-trap survey has revealed that the endangered dhole (Asiatic wild dog) still roams, and that a breeding herd of Asian elephants now finds safe haven, inside the 18,000-hectare forest concession that Minor Hotels has leased and protected since 2014 in Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains. Conducted by Wildlife Alliance and sponsored by the Dhole Conservation Fund, the study deployed 60 motion-sensitive cameras in a grid pattern from February through March this year. Dholes appeared on seven cameras, prompting rangers to focus the full array on that hotspot in May to refine data on pack siz...
Read MoreThe seventh Disney destination will extend the company's global reach and captivate new audiences in a thriving, dynamic hub The collaboration exemplifies Abu Dhabi’s continued commitment to sustainable growth, positioning travel and tourism as key pillars of a thriving future The Walt Disney Company and Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, have announced an agreement to create a landmark Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The waterfront resort will be located on Yas Island, a world-class destination for entertainment and leisure, connecting travelers from the Middle East and Africa, India, Asia, Europe, and beyond. This seventh Disney theme park resort will combine Disn...
Read MoreCathay brings a redesigned lounge experience to The Bridge in Hong Kong
The Bridge’s reopening marks the first stage of Cathay Pacific’s wide-ranging lounge enhancement plan at its home hub Cathay Pacific is welcoming customers to The Bridge, its much-loved lounge at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) that officially re-opened its doors to guests today. Occupying a prime intersection at the airline’s home hub, The Bridge has been redesigned with a host of new, unique features as well as familiar favourites to provide customers with an elevated experience before their flights. The reopening of The Bridge marks the first stage in Cathay Pacific’s wider lounge enhancement plan in Hong Kong and beyond. It comes as the airline prepares for the renovation of The Wing, First – which will close on 23 May and reopen in 2026 – followed by The Wing, Business a...
Read More“The mysterious and sublime seal that unites Europe to Asia,” was how the French writer Gérard de Nerval wrote of Istanbul in the 19th century after visiting what he called the most beautiful city in the world. Turkey's largest city has changed immensely over the last two centuries, and even since I first arrived here in 2009, yet it retains an alluring power that has enchanted travellers throughout history, witha breathtaking setting straddling the European and Asian shores of the Bosphorus Strait. After 16 years of living here — first as a student and then as a journalist, most recently as a breaking news correspondent for Reuters — I am still astonished by the vibrancy and rich culture of this city of 16 million people. Walking through its streets, you can’t help but feel the weight...
Read More• British studio launches trailer in presence of Minister Riyas • Kerala Tourism partners with UK studio and filmmaker Charlotte Fantelli Kerala Tourism’s efforts to expand its footprints across continents has got a vigorous impetus with the globally acclaimed Apple TV Series ‘Car and Country: Quest’ showcasing the unique experience of driving through the ‘God’s Own Country’. The 10-minute trailer of the latest season of ‘Car and Country: Quest’, a collaborative initiative of Kerala Tourism and Searchlight Productions UK, was launched at a programme at Hyatt Regency in Thiruvananthapuram with state Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas as the chief guest at the event. A unique travel and automotive adventure series premiered on Apple TV that takes viewers on a mesmeric journe...
Read MoreDirect flights to Greenland mark new era for fisheries-dependent island Cruises offer economic benefits but pose environmental risks to polar regions Hurtigruten investing in technology to reduce cruise ship emissions Stricter regulations needed to manage impact of tourist numbers Need for balanced economic strategies to curb over-reliance on tourism This June, a United Airlines plane will touch down in Nuuk, capital of Greenland. The Boeing 737 aircraft will look unremarkable as it decelerates down the runway – but its arrival, after a four-hour flight from Newark, New Jersey, is set to mark the beginning of a new era for the world’s largest island. Greenland – a vast territory that is home to fewer than 60,000 people – has until now remained at the very edge of tou...
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