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'Tourist trap': The most disappointing beaches in the world, according to Aussies
Nine
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July 30, 2025
Australians are surely spoiled when it comes to beaches. From buzzing spots with hip ocean-side cafes to isolated havens with only local wildlife for company, we have it all. So it takes a lot for overseas beaches to match up. READ MORE: Packing...
Travel alert issued for travellers to 17 countries following 'one of biggest ever' earthquakes
Glasgow Live
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July 30, 2025
The Foreign Office has today issued a warning for 17 countries, advising travellers to 'follow the advice of local authorities'. One of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded has hit Russia's far east, an 8.8-magnitude tremor that triggered...
Tourism Authority of Thailand presents its events slate for August 2025
Travel Daily Media
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July 30, 2025
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) released a thrilling roster of events for August 2025 on Tuesday, 29th July. The coming month’s highlights include Music Night at the Museum in Songkhla, featuring stargazing and workshops; Summer Sonic...
Explore Jefferson: Punxsy Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Fatal Shooting of Pregnant Girlfriend
Gant News - Pennsylvania
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July 30, 2025
JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) – A Punxsutawney man is facing life in prison after pleading guilty to fatally shooting his pregnant girlfriend in November 2023. According to court documents, 23-year-old Dakota Greeley, of Punxsutawney, pleaded guilty on...
How Flexible Dates Can Lead to Big Travel Savings
Times Square Chronicles
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July 28, 2025
The majority of experienced travelers will advise you the same thing if you ask them how to identify cheap flights: be flexible with your travel dates. When it comes to reducing expenses on lodging, airfare, and other tasks, it might appear...
Diving in, fearlessly: How OBLU NATURE Helengeli and PADI forged a new generation of female ocean advocates
Hotelier Maldives
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July 30, 2025
By Maaish Mohamed and Ali Naafiz The ocean has always held a mirror to the human spirit—vast, deep, at times turbulent, yet holding within its depths a profound and silent beauty. For a unique group of six international female journalists, the...
I’ve travelled all over France — this tiny town rivals its elegant cities
Metro
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July 30, 2025
I was surprised by how much I loved France off the beaten track (Picture: Rachel Moss) In the 14th installment of Metro Travel Hot Takes, Lifestyle Editor Rachel Moss paints a pretty picture of a small town with a big heart. Sat in Souillac’s...
Discover the Corridor Series Celebrates Three and a Half Years of Showcasing Local Adventures and Community Connections
ETV News - Utah
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July 30, 2025
Carbon Corridor Press Release Carbon County, UT — What started as a simple idea to spark interest in local tourism has grown into a beloved series that has captured the hearts of locals and drawn attention from far beyond county lines. The...
American Tourists Ditch Single-Stop Getaways for Island Hopping in Greece
Greek Reporter
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July 30, 2025
Milos Island is gaining popularity among American tourists. Credit: Municipality of Milos As Greece’s summer high season surges into full swing, a distinct trend is sweeping across the Aegean: American tourists are increasingly trading...
Some UAE Residents Spend Over Dh10,000 Per Person On Summer Travel
MENAFN
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Some UAE residents are spending more than Dh10,000 per person per trip on international travel and tourism this summer, according to a new study released on Wednesday. Released by consumer insights provider Toluna, the...
See Nighttime Magic Exploring Glass Kayaking Boat Tour in Oregon
KPQ - Washington State
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July 30, 2025
A lot of people are discovering the glow-in-the-dark kayaking adventures in Washington and Oregon! Did you already know about the glow-in-the-dark adventure in Eastern Oregon? Jo Paddle has gotten a great reputation for giving night tours along...
Moab Office of Tourism continues to evolve
The Times Independent - Utah
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July 30, 2025
The Moab Office of Tourism has gone through significant changes the past few months— from losing their director and assistant director, breaking off from the Economic Development Office to become their own entity, and to hiring two new agencies to...
‘Pass By’ campaign launched in Duqm to boost summer tourism in Oman
The Arabian Stories
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July 30, 2025
MUSCAT – The initiative features a wide array of cultural, entertainment, and tourism-focused events aimed at promoting Duqm as a vibrant summer destination. The campaign seeks to stimulate economic and tourism activity in the area by encouraging...
Wild Wookey adventure named among world’s top-rated attractions
Somerset County Gazette
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Wild Wookey, which is based at Wookey Hole, was named in the top 10 per cent of global attractions at the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards. The popular experience is a unique adventure inside the Wookey Hole caves. The Wild Wookey experience,...
Pilot Pete on flying blind, travel pet peeves, and sweet escapes
USA Today
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Former Bachelor star Peter Weber competed on NBC's "Destination X," a travel-based reality show where contestants guess their European location while traveling on a blacked-out bus. Weber's pilot background aided his navigation skills, but also...
Immersive Luxury Travel Goes Next-Level With This Exclusive Paris Game
Forbes
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Paris by night Leonard Cotte/Unsplash/Courtesy of Ariodante “Everyone can go to space if they have the money,” says Ricardo Araujo, the founder and CEO of the discreet ultra-luxury agency Ariodante, which creates extraordinary travel experiences...
Dhofar's beaches buzz with tourists during Khareef Season 2025
Times of Oman
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Muscat: Dhofar Governorate's beaches are witnessing a vibrant tourist movement during the Khareef season, due to the recreational, fishing, and natural exploration opportunities they offer. These opportunities cater to the needs of beachgoers and...
More Than a Boat: How Private Yachts Are Redefining Luxury Travel
Salon Prive Magazine
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July 30, 2025
A New Kind of Luxury Is Taking the Helm For a long time, luxury travel meant high-thread-count sheets, rooftop cocktails, and ocean views from behind glass. But things are changing. More and more, travelers aren’t just booking beautiful...
Deadly trend takes over Mallorca nightlife as tourists in Magalluf are exposed to severe health risks
Majorca Daily Bulletin
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July 30, 2025
A dangerous trend is emerging in Mallorca's prime tourist destinations, such as Magalluf and Palma, as illegal vendors freely distribute nitrous oxide, commonly known as 'laughing gas', despite serious health warnings and official prohibitions....
Hays Travel acquires major cruise holiday specialist
BusinessLive
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July 30, 2025
North East holiday company Hays Travel has made what it says is its most significant acquisition since its rescue of Thomas Cook. The Sunderland-based independent travel agency – the UK’s largest – has bought cruise travel specialist Victoria...