Tourism News

Photo Essay: Antalya, Turkey, on the Mediterranean Sea Special

Antalya - Located in the south of Turkey on the Mediterranean Sea, Antalya is a city of sunny castles, Greek temples, Roman gates, Ottoman mosques, and Christian churches. It is also a popular destination for tourists from cold climates.

Digital Journal Report by Lonna Lisa Williams - 3 comments

Myanmar hit by hotel rooms shortage

Myanmar has reported a surge in visitors arrival following the lifting of economic sanctions imposed by western countries and the reformist actions by the military-backed civilian government led by President Thein Sein.

In the Media by Leo Reyes

Ontario Cycle Tourism Forum in Toronto March 1st

Toronto - Industry representatives and the public are invited to attend the Ontario Cycle Tourism Forum, a one day conference in Toronto on Friday March 1st

In the Media by Bryen Dunn

Photos: Shetland ponies dress up to draw tourists to Scotland

Scotland's Shetland ponies are getting all dressed up as part of a National Tourism Organization advertising campaign aimed at drawing more tourism to the British island.

In the Media by Greta McClain - 3 comments

Teachers' work to rule action reaches the Ontario economy Special

There was much talk about Ontario Teachers strikes and work to rule actions coming up on the December 31, 2012 deadline before Bill 115 took affect and little mention of how the teachers' actions affect the Ontario seasonal and tourism economy.

Digital Journal Report by Elizabeth Parker - 2 comments

'Gangnam Style' inspires tourist campaign in Seoul (video)

Seoul - “You know the song and you know the dance… But what’s Gangnam?” Cashing in on the success of PSY's viral musical video, Seoul officials have started a campaign to attract tourists to the city's Gangnam district.

In the Media by Anne Sewell

How is Israel's 'operation pillar of defense' affecting tourism?

Jerusalem - More than 100,000 tourists are currently touring Israel. How is Israel's 'operation pillar of defense' affecting tourism?

In the Media by Lesley Lanir - 4 comments

Egypt hopes newly restored Khefren Pyramid will win tourists

The Egyptian authorities are hoping that the new coat of polish given its great pyramid will go some way towards bringing back the tourists so vital to Egypt's put-upon economy hit after the Egyptian Revolution last year.

In the Media by Yukio Strachan - 2 comments

Music festival Lollapalooza offers webcast

Not going to Lollapalooza, but want to see some of the bands or be a part of the action? No sweat, there is an app for that and a webcast, plus more.

In the Media by Tim O'Brien

New tourism trend: Israeli tourists head for Syria border (video)

The latest destination on the Israeli tour map is the border with Syria. Tourists are flocking there, armed with cameras and binoculars, hoping to catch a glimpse of the action.

In the Media by Anne Sewell