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UK Rural Tourism Set for Tech Transformation by 2050
A new report predicts UK rural tourism will be revolutionised by 2050 with AI translation, 3D avatar guides, and artificial lakes. Discover the future of countryside escapes.
Northern Ireland's ASMR Tourism Reveals Soothing Soundscapes
Discover how Northern Ireland is embracing the ASMR revolution, offering visitors an immersive sensory journey through its most tranquil natural soundscapes and hidden acoustic gems.
Cairo tourism plummets as visitor numbers crash
Egypt's tourism industry faces unprecedented challenges as visitor numbers to Cairo's iconic attractions, including the Pyramids and King Tutankhamun's treasures, show dramatic decline according to recent statistics.
Ukraine's Wartime Tourism: Why Visitors Keep Coming
Discover how Ukraine is welcoming adventurous travellers to its western regions, offering cultural experiences and supporting local economies despite ongoing conflict.
UK Tourist Tax Divide: Scotland & Wales Charge Ahead
As Scotland implements its visitor levy and Wales prepares to follow, England remains the tourism tax holdout. Discover how this postcode lottery could reshape British tourism.
Orkney Council seeks tourist tax powers amid visitor boom
Orkney Islands Council is pushing for powers to implement a tourist levy as the archipelago experiences unprecedented visitor growth, aiming to manage infrastructure strain and fund local services.
Louvre heist sparks true crime tourism boom
The Louvre Museum experiences unexpected visitor surge following dramatic €1.5 million art theft, as true crime enthusiasts seek to walk in thieves' footsteps through world's most famous gallery.
Cambodia tourism surges 143% as Korean visitors return
Phnom Penh sees dramatic tourism revival as South Korean travellers return, with visitor numbers surging 143% in early 2024 amid new flight routes and cultural attractions.
Ibiza at Breaking Point: Tourism Crisis Hits Party Island
The iconic party island of Ibiza faces an unprecedented crisis as overwhelming tourist numbers strain infrastructure, sparking local protests and urgent calls for sustainable tourism reforms.
Himalayan villagers become astro ambassadors
In the remote Himalayas, a groundbreaking astronomy programme is training local villagers as 'astro ambassadors' to preserve dark skies while transforming their community's future through science and tourism.
Vermont's autumn fury: Locals vs leaf-peeping tourists
As Vermont's legendary fall foliage reaches its peak, simmering resentment between residents and tourists boils over into parking disputes, traffic chaos, and shocking acts of vandalism across the picturesque state.
Rogue Planet CHA 1107-7626 Discovered in Deep Space
Scientists have identified a remarkable free-floating planet wandering through interstellar space without a parent star, challenging our understanding of planetary formation.
Sri Lanka Pioneers Sustainable Tourism Revolution
Discover how Sri Lanka is transforming its tourism industry through sustainable practices and community-focused initiatives, with Minor Hotels pioneering a new model for responsible travel in paradise.
Screen tourism injects £160m into Scotland's economy
Scotland's film and TV industry creates economic windfall as fans flock to iconic locations from Outlander and other productions, boosting local businesses and employment.
Cornwall's £111k tourism website backfires spectacularly
Visit Cornwall's costly digital overhaul sparks controversy as anti-tourism messaging clashes with economic realities, leaving local businesses counting the cost of declining visitor numbers.
Rogue Planet Discovered: Billions of Tonnes in Space
Astronomers have made a stunning discovery - a massive free-floating planet, weighing billions of tonnes, roaming untethered through space without orbiting any star. This cosmic wanderer challenges everything we know about planetary formation.
Bali freezes hotel permits after flooding crisis
Indonesian authorities hit pause on new hotel and restaurant permits in Bali's most popular districts as rapid, unregulated development exacerbates severe flooding problems on the island paradise.
Earth's Secret 'Quasi-Moon' Discovered By Astronomers
British astronomers have identified a remarkable 'quasi-moon'—a near-Earth asteroid, 2023 FW13, that has been gravitationally bound to our planet since 100 BC and will remain so until AD 3700. This astonishing celestial partner represents one of the most
Bungendore Crowned Australia's Best Tourism Town 2023
The charming historic village of Bungendore, just a short drive from Canberra, has been officially named Australia's Best Tourism Town at the 2023 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, beating out fierce competition for its unique blend of heritage, artisan
Central Queensland's Disused Railway Set for Cycling Tourism Revival
Discover how a historic 50km rail corridor in Central Queensland is being transformed into a world-class cycling trail, promising to boost eco-tourism and breathe new life into rural communities.
UK Solar Eclipse 2024: Your Viewing Guide
Don't miss the spectacular partial solar eclipse visible across the UK on April 8th. Our expert guide reveals exact timings, the best locations to watch, and crucial safety tips to protect your eyes.
Mystery of Interstellar Visitor 'Oumuamua Deepens
Groundbreaking research from Yale and Caltech challenges previous explanations for the bizarre behaviour of our solar system's first known interstellar visitor, 'Oumuamua, suggesting a far more extraordinary origin than mere hydrogen icebergs.
Harvard Astronomer Plans Probe to Intercept Alien Object
Exclusive: Harvard's Professor Avi Loeb reveals an audacious mission to launch a probe that could rendezvous with the next interstellar visitor, potentially unlocking the secrets of alien technology.
Scientists Hunt Elusive Black Hole From Big Bang
British scientists are leading the hunt for a hypothetical 'primordial' black hole, a relic from the Big Bang that could rewrite our understanding of the universe's formation and dark matter.
UK Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse: September 2025 Viewing Guide
Mark your calendars for 7th September 2025! The UK is set to witness a stunning total lunar eclipse, also known as a Blood Moon. Our complete guide tells you exactly when and how to watch this rare astronomical event from Britain.
Balearic Islands' radical war on mass tourism
The Balearic Islands are rebelling. Faced with overtourism and its damaging consequences, Mallorca and Ibiza are implementing drastic measures to end the cheap, excessive party culture and pivot towards a sustainable future. This is the story of a holiday
Cannibal Solar Storm to Bring Northern Lights to UK Tonight
A rare 'cannibal' solar storm is set to trigger breathtaking Northern Lights displays visible from the UK tonight, with experts predicting the celestial show could reach as far south as Scotland and northern England.
New Theory Finally Explains Mysterious 'Oumuamua Object
Groundbreaking research from the University of California, Berkeley, challenges previous theories, suggesting the first-known interstellar visitor was a comet after all, propelled by invisible hydrogen gas. Discover the new cosmic clues.
Inside America's 'Quietest School' Where Wi-Fi is Banned
Discover the extraordinary story of a West Virginian school in a radio-free quiet zone, where students learn without Wi-Fi or mobile phones to safeguard a neighbouring NASA observatory.
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