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The trouble with tourism
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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We left Barcelona two days before massive anti-tourism protests hit the city earlier this month, with irate locals setting off flares in hotel lobbies and soaking unsuspecting visitors with water guns. But then we got to Paris, and the Louvre...
Belgium issues new travel advice for Hungary ahead of Budapest Pride
Politico Europe
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June 27, 2025
The warning follows a decision by Hungarian police on June 19 to ban the annual LGBTQ+ march scheduled for Saturday. Authorities cited a law passed in March that asserts the protection of children must take precedence over the right to assembly....
Europe rolls out new entry rules for Asian travellers
ScandAsia
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June 27, 2025
Source: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees/what-ees_en Singaporean and Malaysian citizens will soon need to apply online for a simple ETIAS travel authorisation before going to Europe. These two countries are visa-exempt for short stays in the...
‘Travel-weary’ Morrissey slammed for cancelling show just hours before the start
Metro
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June 23, 2025
Morrissey is under fire for cancelling a concert (Picture: Jim Dyson/ Getty Images) Morrissey has been accused of ‘making excuses’ after cancelling a show just hours before it was due to begin. Starting his career as the front man of the Smiths in...
These are the 7 best beaches around Boston, Condé Nast Traveler says
MassLive - Massachusetts
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June 26, 2025
A handful of beaches along Massachusetts’ coast, with several on the North Shore, come out on top, according to Condé Nast Traveler. The outlet recently published its list of the “Seven best beaches in and around Boston, according to a local.” The...
Adopted from Maharashtra, raised in Denmark, conductor Maria Badstue returns to perform in India
The Indian Express
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June 27, 2025
Growing up in Thisted, a tiny Denmark town known for Langdos (a large Bronze Age burial mound) and a Romanesque church from the 13th century, Copenhagen-based music conductor Maria Badstue’s world always felt simple yet strange.While her name sat...
Peak season looms at Copenhagen Airport
The Copenhagen Post
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June 25, 2025
Most travellers at Copenhagen Airport are international passengers. Around every third passenger at the airport is Danish, while Swedish travellers make up 14 percent, and the rest are other nationalities, with a majority of Americans, Britons,...
Visit Seattle Launches Emerald, a Custom AI Travel Genius Powered by GuideGeek
Breaking Travel News
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June 26, 2025
With unrivaled natural beauty, world-class attractions, major sports teams, a thriving arts and culture scene, and culinary delights around every corner, there is an abundance of adventures for all kinds of visitors to the Seattle area. Luckily, a...
ETC | +3.3% international arrivals in Europe in Q2, +13% spending in 2025
Tornos News
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July 4, 2025
European tourism recorded a resilient and stable course in the second quarter of 2025, according to the latest report by the European Travel Commission (ETC) entitled “European Tourism: Trends & Prospects”. Despite ongoing economic pressures and...
From Noma to Poulette: How Copenhagen shaped The Bear
The National News
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In a bright Copenhagen bakery, actor Lionel Boyce was more interested in perfecting croissants than memorising lines. Each day, he would join Hart Bageri's staff, rolling pastries and absorbing the meditative rhythm that would later define his...
SAS launches new route between Copenhagen and Mumbai
Travel Daily News
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June 26, 2025
SAS launches year-round Copenhagen – Mumbai route from June 2026, boosting India – Scandinavia connectivity and expanding its intercontinental network. SAS is expanding its intercontinental network with a new year-round route between Copenhagen...
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid praises UAE tourism sector
The National News
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, on Thursday praised the UAE’s thriving tourism sector. It followed a report issued by the World Travel and Tourism Council which revealed that the UAE's travel and tourism sector saw...
Bob W To launch 7,500 sq m Flagship Aparthotel in Former Copenhagen Police Station
Hospitality Net
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June 26, 2025
Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator, has signed a long-term lease for a 7,500 sq m former police station in Copenhagen's iconic Meatpacking District, in partnership with Nordic real estate investor Slättö. The heritage building, located...
Slättö acquires building in Denmark to develop lifestyle hotel
Hotel Management Network
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June 26, 2025
Private equity real estate investor Slättö has acquired a centrally located vacant and outdated office building in Copenhagen, Denmark, which will be transformed into a tech-enabled lifestyle hotel. With the site acquired from Commercial Real...
Tinnie of the Week: Ocean Beach Brewing’s Southern Ocean IPA
PerthNow
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June 26, 2025
BEER NAME? Southern Ocean IPA WHERE’S IT FROM? Ocean Beach Brewing WHAT’S SO SPECIAL ABOUT IT? Denmark is hands down one of the most beautiful places within a day’s drive of Perth. The beaches are incredible and in winter, the lush green bushland...
Plans to expand Blue Flag beach network in Andamans to boost eco-tourism: Chief Secretary
ETTravelWorld.com
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June 26, 2025
To boost beach tourism, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands administration is planning to expand Blue Flag certifications beyond the already accredited Radhanagar Beach at Swaraj Dweep, popularly known as Havelock, a top official said. Talking to PTI,...
Iconic ‘80s singer cancels show last minute as travel-weary band ‘can barely see’
MassLive - Massachusetts
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June 26, 2025
Steven Morrissey canceled his concert in Stockholm, Sweden after stating that he has “zero music industry support.” The concert would have been held on June 23 according to Morrissey’s announcement, which was made on Sunday via his website. “The...
Queen Mary quietly travels abroad without King Frederik
Hello!
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June 26, 2025
Queen Mary travelled to Nigeria in a low-key two-day visit, the Danish royal palace shared on Wednesday. The Danish royal, 53, was accompanied by the Minister of Education and Research, Christina Egelund, for the official visit, which took place...
Andamans to expand Blue Flag beaches to boost eco-tourism: Chief Secy
Awaz The Voice
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June 26, 2025
Port Blair To boost beach tourism, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands administration is planning to expand Blue Flag certifications beyond the already accredited Radhanagar Beach at Swaraj Dweep, popularly known as Havelock, a top official said....
Three African women’s train ride from Copenhagen to Hamburg through racism and resilience
Global Voices
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June 26, 2025
Elizabeth Ragwar (left), Zita Zage (middle), and Rachel (right) at the Central Train Station in Copenhagen, Denmark. Photo by Elizabeth Ragwar, used with permission. I attended a conference on African women in Europe in Denmark on June 7 and left...