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.
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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.
Trump's UK Golf Courses Face Financial Crisis
Donald Trump's prestigious UK golf courses in Scotland are reportedly haemorrhaging millions as financial documents reveal mounting losses and growing local opposition to expansion plans.
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.
Government targets 'Mickey Mouse' university degrees
Minister Kemi Badenoch launches scathing attack on 'rip-off' university degrees as government cracks down on courses deemed poor value for money and damaging to social mobility.
Uniqlo billionaire's Hawaii golf courses drain water amid drought
Japanese fashion tycoon Tadashi Yanai faces mounting criticism as his Hawaiian golf courses continue consuming millions of gallons of precious water while local residents face strict rationing during historic drought conditions.
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.
Taylor Swift's Portofino Visit Sparks Tourism Surge
The Taylor Swift travel phenomenon hits Portofino as the pop icon's Italian getaway creates unprecedented tourism surge, mirroring her global economic impact across destinations worldwide.
Europe's Bone Church: 40,000 Skeleton Masterpiece
Discover the haunting beauty of Sedlec Ossuary, where 40,000 human skeletons create one of Europe's most chilling yet popular tourist destinations near Prague.
Netflix series sparks Norwegian tourism boom in Minnesota
The sleepy American town of Alexandria, Minnesota has become an unexpected tourist hotspot after featuring prominently in the Netflix hit 'Lilyhammer', creating a remarkable cultural bridge between Norway and the US Midwest.
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.
Spain's Secret Garden City: Europe's Urban Oasis
Hidden in Spain's Basque Country lies Europe's most spectacular garden city that tourism hasn't discovered yet - and it's a paradise for nature lovers seeking authentic Spanish charm.
Nova Scotia: Lobster, Wine & Spectacular Coasts
Discover why Nova Scotia is Canada's best-kept secret, boasting world-class lobster, award-winning wines, and some of the planet's most spectacular coastal landscapes.
Cornwall Tourism Board Collapses Amid Overtourism Crisis
Visit Cornwall closes its doors after 14 years as the county battles with overwhelming visitor numbers, raising urgent questions about sustainable tourism.
Visit Cornwall collapses into liquidation
Shockwaves hit Cornwall's tourism industry as destination management organisation Visit Cornwall falls into liquidation, citing 'insurmountable financial problems' that threaten the county's vital visitor economy.
British tourists turn away from US holidays
Discover why UK travellers are turning their backs on traditional US destinations like California and Florida, opting instead for European alternatives amid rising costs and practical hurdles.
Trump Effect Sees British Tourists Ditch US Holidays
Exclusive investigation reveals how political climate and controversial policies are causing British tourists to rethink American vacations, with visitor numbers plummeting dramatically.
Nation's Beautiful Pledge To Protect Landscapes
A stunning European country makes an unprecedented commitment to safeguard its natural beauty and cultural heritage for future generations of travellers.
Hollywood Tourism Crisis: LA Visitor Numbers Plummet
Los Angeles faces a tourism crisis as visitor numbers collapse, with Hollywood's iconic attractions losing their appeal amid rising crime and homelessness.
Edinburgh University cancels 'Queer Geographies' course
The University of Edinburgh has cancelled its controversial 'Queer and Trans Geographies' postgraduate module after failing to attract enough students, raising questions about niche course demand.
Luxury Red Sea Resort to Boost Egypt Tourism
An exclusive preview of a spectacular new luxury resort development in Egypt's Red Sea region, promising to create thousands of jobs and redefine sustainable tourism.
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.
Nepal's homestays empower indigenous women & preserve culture
Discover how a pioneering homestay initiative in Nepal's Panauti is transforming lives, empowering indigenous women, and preserving ancient Newari culture through community-based tourism.
Zara McDermott's Thailand Doc Exposes Tourism Dark Side
BBC Three documentary 'Island of Dreams' reveals the harrowing reality behind Thailand's idyllic facade, from elephant abuse to sex trafficking, as investigated by Zara McDermott.
K-Pop 'Exorcism' Video Sparks 300% Tourism Boom
A viral K-Pop music video featuring demon hunters has triggered an unprecedented tourism surge to a remote South Korean village, with visitors flocking to its 'exorcism' locations.
Bourton-on-the-Water's overtourism crisis reaches breaking point
The idyllic Cotswolds village of Bourton-on-the-Water is buckling under unsustainable visitor numbers, with residents pleading for urgent measures to protect their community from overtourism's crushing impact.
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