GNTB relaunches its global flagship campaign for sustainability Germany is increasingly perceived internationally as a sustainable destination. In the SDG Index, which shows the progress made by 193 nations in meeting the UN climate goals, Germany rises from sixth to fourth place in 2023. According to analyses by IPK, potential guests ranked Germany third out of 27 countries in terms of climate protection and sustainability. The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) is taking advantage of this positive attention and is now presenting its global campaign for sustainability "Simply FEEL GOOD" with numerous sustainable travel ideas. Commenting on the campaign launch, Petra Hedorfer, CEO, German National Tourist Board (GNTB) says: "With the award-winning 'Feel good' campaign, we h...
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A UNESCO committee has decided not to add Venice to the organisation's World Heritage List in Danger, disregarding a recommendation from experts and sparing the Italian government from an embarrassing verdict on the city's condition. "The World Heritage Committee ... has made the decision not to inscribe Venice and its Lagoon on the World Heritage List in Danger," UNESCO, the U.N. cultural agency, said in a statement as the committee met in Riyadh. FILE PHOTO: Tourists in Venice, Italy August 22, 2023. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri Italian Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano said adding Venice to the list would have been an "undue move" not based on objective facts. "Venice, therefore, is not in danger," he said in a statement. Venice, known for its canals and cultural sites, has ...
Read More# Some of the world’s rarest cars will be on display at this year’s inaugural and exclusive event # Each of the 22 cars on display will be handpicked by an esteemed panel of experts # The event will be held in the heart of Italy’s Motor Valley, at the spectacular 18th Century Palazzo di Varignana – one of Europe’s most luxurious resorts # Concorso d'Eleganza Varignana 1705 runs from 13-15 October 2023 The stage will be set for one of the world’s most exclusive car concours events, and the very first of its kind within Italy’s Motor Valley, the Concorso d'Eleganza Varignana 1705, taking place in Varignana, Italy from October 13-15. What sets the event apart is not only the rarity of the automobiles on display, but also the meticulous curation by an esteemed panel of j...
Read MoreThe number of digital nomads has exploded over the last few years and, according to a 2022 study, now hovers around 35 million globally. These are often young professionals, freelancers, or entrepreneurs, who change locations every few months. But if they have work flexibility and lifestyle freedom, which countries and cities do they prefer? According to the same study, Mexico, Thailand, and Indonesia are currently the most preferred digital nomad destinations, while the only featured European country is Portugal in 6th place. Considering Europe is generally safe, compared to most of the world at least, has stable, high-speed Internet, as well as hundreds of exciting places to visit, it seems a bit unfair. So, team at SuperCasinoSites decided to take a look at some of the most visited ...
Read MoreUNWTO world forum on gastronomy tourism returns to Donostia – San Sebastián
The World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism will return to Donostia-San Sebastian in Spain (5-7 October) to focus on how tourism can foster rural development, build economic resilience, and preserve cultural heritage. Held under the theme 'Gastronomy Tourism: Back to the roots', the Forum will put the spotlight on the connections between product, gastronomy and tourism. Over three days, industry professionals, leading experts, and institutional representatives will engage in live debates, keynote speeches, hands-on workshops and live cooking demonstrations with local and international chefs and producers. Top forum for sector leaders The event will welcome many of the leading figures of global gastronomy and tourism, such as Qu Dongyu, General Director of FAO; Paolo Di Croce, Dir...
Read MoreVenice plans to experiment with an admission fee of 5 euros ($5.35) for day trippers next year to try to manage the flow of tourists drawn to its historic canals, the city council said on Tuesday. The fee will be applied on a trial basis on 30 days next year, focusing mainly on spring bank holidays and summer weekends when tourism numbers are at their peak. All visitors over the age of 14 will have to pay it. The aim was to find "a new balance between the rights of those who live, study or work in Venice and those who visit the city," Venice tourism councillor Simone Venturini said. It is not a money-making move, he added, saying the fee would only cover the cost of administering the scheme. FILE PHOTO: Tourists walk during a new heatwave as temperatures are expected to reach ...
Read MoreA derelict power plant in Hungary came back to life on Thursday, powered by music and light shows as thousands of festival-goers marvelled at its three huge cooling towers dominating the starry late summer sky. The INOTA coal-fired thermal plant, built in the 1950s during the Communist era and once one of the country's largest industrial sites, was shut down in 2001. Festivalgoers attend the INOTA music and visual arts festival at an abandoned thermal power plant in Varpalota, Hungary, August 31, 2023. REUTERS/Marton Monus The four-day INOTA festival that launched on Thursday has gathered dozens of artists, including Berlin-based pianist, composer and producer Nils Frahm, whose sonic alchemy of experimental textures and atmospheric electronica capture the site's ambiance. Hild...
Read MoreA top glacier watcher has warned that a warm early summer combined with a heat wave last week may have caused severe glacier melt in Switzerland, threatening to make 2023 its second-worst year for ice loss after a record thaw last year. Matthias Huss of the GLAMOS glacier monitoring center said full data won’t be in until late September and a precipitous drop in temperatures and high-altitude snowfall in recent days could help stem any more damage. But early signs based on readings from five sites and modeling results across Switzerland suggest considerable damage may already be done. “We can definitely say that we had very high melting in Switzerland and in Europe in general because the temperatures, they were extremely high for a long time — a more than one week heat wave,”...
Read MoreWhen it comes to culinary treasures, Czechia stands as a haven for food enthusiasts seeking a blend of hearty traditions and delectable innovations. This enchanting nation's gastronomical delights are a symphony of flavours that tell stories of its history, culture, and unwavering passion for good food. Join us on a mouthwatering journey as we explore the irresistible world of Czech cuisine, where every bite is a celebration of heritage and culinary artistry. Czech cuisine is a testament to its people's affinity for hearty, soul-warming dishes that have been passed down through generations. These comfort foods, steeped in tradition, reflect the country's rural heritage and the importance of shared meals. Dumplings, known by their Czech moniker 'knedlíky,' occupy a cherished plac...
Read MoreSome 15,000 people, including many tourists, pasted each other with tomatoes Wednesday as Spain’s annual “Tomatina” street battle took place in the eastern town of Buñol. Workers on trucks tipped 120 tons of overripe tomatoes into the main street of the town for participants to throw. Revellers throw tomatoes at each other during the annual "Tomatina'. tomato fight fiesta in the village of Bunol near Valencia, Spain, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. Thousands gather in this eastern Spanish town for the annual street tomato battle that leaves the streets and participants drenched in red pulp from 120,000 kilos of tomatoes. (AP Photo/Alberto Saiz) The street fight leaves both the street, its houses and participants drenched in red pulp. Tickets for the festival start at 12 euros ($13)....
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