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Venice expands day-tripper tax in bid to combat overtourism

April 19, 202534 Views

Venice is charging day-trippers to the famed canal city an arrivals tax for the second year starting Friday, a measure aimed at combating the kind of overtourism that put the city’s UNESCO World Cultural Heritage status at risk. A UNESCO body decided against putting Venice on its list of cultural heritage sites deemed in danger after the tax was announced. But opponents of the day-tripper fee say it has done nothing to discourage tourists from visiting Venice even on high-traffic days. Tourists walk in Venice, Italy, Friday, April 18, 2025, Venice on Friday launches for a second year a pilot program to charge day-trippers an entrance fee. (AP Photo/Antonio Calanni) Here’s a look at Venice’s battle with overtourism by the numbers: 5-10 euros (about $6-$11) The fee charged to...

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Romance, culture, and sustainability take centre stage

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April 16, 202586 Views

Couples seeking nature tourism and sustainable travel will find Germany a refreshing romantic escape German tourism industry is experiencing remarkable growth, with Indian travellers playing a key role in driving this momentum. The country has witnessed a surge in visitor numbers, reflecting a significant rise in tourism compared to previous years. With a strong air connectivity between India and Germany tourism has expanded significantly, with the number of monthly flights rising from 241 in January 2019 to 309 in January 2025, marking a 28% increase. The heightened demand for direct flights underscores Germany’s growing appeal among Indian tourists, ensuring greater ease of access and a seamless t...

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From Greek monastery on island cliffside, prayer lift up wonders of the night sky

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April 12, 202574 Views

For more than a millennium, Orthodox Christian monks have woken up in the predawn darkness to start their day with prayer at the Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery, built high into a cliffside on the island of Amorgos. The tall, whitewashed complex is a speck about half-way up the precipitous mountain that plunges into the Aegean Sea. Except for a few small chapels scattered among the rocks, no other structure is in sight — and no light pollution to dim the swirl of stars as it increasingly does around the world. In this picture is seen the cliffside Hozoviotissa Monastery under the starry night sky. (AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris) The facade of the cliffside Hozoviotissa Monastery stands under a star-filled sky . (AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris) “Here one is closer to God, and bet...

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Beyond the ordinary: Germany unveils unique summer adventures

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March 25, 202564 Views

This summer, the German National Tourist Office (GNTO) India invites Indian travellers to experience Germany in a whole new light, venturing beyond typical European itineraries. Discover the extraordinary from thrilling treetop adventures to immersive medieval festivals, Germany offers experiences that are uniquely captivating and difficult to replicate elsewhere in Europe. While Germany's UNESCO sites and biosphere reserves showcase its natural beauty, GNTO India is highlighting the country's ability to blend nature with exhilarating experiences that resonate with the adventurous spirit of Indian travelers. Unforgettable experiences unique to Germany: Treetop Adventures & Rope Bridges: Experience the thrill of walking among the treetops in parks like t...

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Cherry blossom, free visas and stronger rouble see Russians flock to Japan

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March 21, 2025124 Views

Wrapped up in warm coats and woolly hats, hundreds of people have braved Moscow's chilly spring weather to form an orderly queue. But they have not come to see a celebrity or an exclusive exhibition. What they want are Japanese visas. With most of Europe having banned direct flights with Russia, and Japan offering free visas, Russians are exploring new holiday destinations and making the most of the strengthening rouble and a rise in real wages fuelled by the economic recovery wrought by Moscow's heavy spending on the war in Ukraine. Visitors walk along Nakamise-dori street as they visit Sensoji temple at Asakusa district, a popular sightseeing spot in Tokyo, Japan March 10, 2025. REUTERS/Issei Kato Japanese airlines no longer have direct flights with Russia, but the Japanese emb...

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See the wild side of Iceland on summer highland treks

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March 19, 2025127 Views

Experience the raw beauty of Iceland’s remote Highlands with Arctic Adventures’ expert-guided treks in Summer 2025. For a few short months each year, these untamed landscapes—shaped by fire and ice—become accessible to those ready to explore. From legendary trails like Laugavegur and Fimmvörðuháls to hidden geothermal valleys and glacier-carved terrains, Arctic Adventures offers a range of multi-day treks and day hikes tailored for adventurers of all levels. With expert guides leading the way, you’ll venture beyond the ordinary into Iceland’s wildest and most breathtaking terrain. See the Wild Side of Iceland: Summer 2025 Highland Treks with Arctic Adventures Iceland’s Highlands—vast, untouched, and open for just a short season—are among the most remote landscapes in the country...

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Hidden gem on the hillside of Gaia

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March 17, 2025119 Views

Brand new Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel, overlooking Douro River is now open Located on the south bank of the Douro River, in the city of Vila Nova de Gaia, the brand new Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel offers travellers a unique experience that combines the heritage of Tivoli Hotels & Resorts and Kopke, the oldest Port Wine House in the world, conveying a deep connection to the Portuguese culture. Built from the restoration of the centuries-old Kopke cellars, the Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia is spread across a property of 20,000 sqm, arranged on terraces resembling the Douro vineyards and offering spectacular views of the city of Porto, the Douro river and Luis I Bridge. The property has three distinct areas – Vintage, Tawny and White – organized around a refurbished Kopke Port wine c...

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Amsterdam in bloom: Welcome the arrival of tulip season

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March 8, 2025134 Views

Every year around mid-March, Amsterdam’s parks and fields across The Netherlands transform into real-life impressionist paintings, marking the arrival of tulip season. To help guests navigate this astonishing landscape, Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam has unveiled a collection of three curated experiences that celebrate the iconic flower’s enduring appeal through historical insights, natural immersion and gourmet food. The newest addition to the hotel’s ever-evolving “Tulips in Bloom” collection is the “Tulip Treats” package, which begins with an audio tour of the Tulip Museum, focusing on the flower’s role as a symbol of wealth and its cultural significance. In the museum’s recently expanded show garden, four million tulips arranged in perfect symmetry provide a stunni...

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Helsinki a step closer to become world’s most sustainable destination

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March 7, 2025156 Views

Achieves Green Destinations Certificate meeting the world's strictest criteria Helsinki has been granted the Green Destinations GSTC certificate, which is one more step towards its goal of becoming the world's most sustainable travel destination. Helsinki is the first city with over half a million residents to receive this certificate. Helsinki receives the Green Destinations GSTC certificate, which meets the strictest criteria of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) for a sustainable travel destination. Achieving it essentially requires full compliance with the criteria. There are over 280 items in the GSTC criteria that cover all areas of sustainability. The criteria examine operations from the perspectives of environmental, cultural, socia...

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Inspiring stories from Scottish trailblazers this International Women’s Day

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March 3, 2025155 Views

Scotland is a land steeped in fascinating history, as the world celebrates International Women’s Day on 8 March, it’s a time to reflect on the stories and achievements of Scotland’s well-known women, alongside the unsung heroines who influence the country we know today. From distinguished scientists and social reformers to trailblazing engineers and world-renowned artists and authors - Scotland has produced a plethora of formidable women. The most famous and intriguing of all Scottish women, Mary Queen of Scots, was born in 1542 at Linlithgow Palace. She became the first Queen of Scotland at only six days old. Explore The Mary Queen of Scots Visitor Centre in Jedburgh or visit a range of incredible sites across the country linked to Mary’s eventful history - Mary Queen of Scots | Visit...