Newswire Venice: After delaying the launch, city officials have given a new timeline from when daytrippers will have to pre-book their visit and pay a fee. Daytrippers to Venice will soon have to pay for the privilege, as the city brings in its delayed tourist tax. The city council has finally greenlit the policy, which […]
Read MoreCovert Report Brussels: European Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson this week sent a list of questions to Poland’s Foreign Ministry in response to reports that the country’s consulates issued hundreds of thousands of visas in Asia and Africa in exchange for bribes. Though the answer from Poland came quick, Johannsson’s spokeswoman said it was “not […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Brussels: The EU tourism industry is experiencing a strong recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the first half of 2023, the number of nights spent in tourist accommodations reached its highest level in the past decade, signalling a notable resurgence in the industry’s performance in many countries. In the first […]
Read MoreNewswire Riyadh: Qatar continues to build on its post-FIFA World Cup tourism momentum, with July reporting a 91.4 percent year-on-year surge in visitors, reaching an estimated 288,000, as revealed by the latest official data. The Qatar Monthly Statistics bulletin, published by the Planning and Statistics Authority, also highlighted a 2.1 percent increase in July compared […]
Read MoreChina Daily The tourism industry’s recovery, which started with the lifting of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions in December 2022, has gathered momentum with the summer vacation witnessing a boom in domestic tourism and a slight rebound in outbound tourism. On the one hand, there is a surge in the number of passengers at airports and […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali The tradition of Rome’s talking statues dates back to the 16th century when the city’s resident began to show their discontent against the oppressive power of the papacy with anonymous epigrams and satirical verses poking fun at religious and civil authorities. These irreverent notes, written as if spoken by the statue, were affixed […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Beijing: Diving into a visual journey across China’s diverse landscape with “China in Frames: A Photographic Tribute,” an exhibition presented by Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque. Held at the Yindi Art Museum in Beijing, the photo collection captures the Ambassador’s three-year tenure, illuminating his deep admiration for China’s distinctive allure. The […]
Read MoreAbida Shaheen Brussels — If elephants are really known for their sense of direction, what are nine of them doing in the heart of Brussels, seemingly lost between the gothic and baroque houses lining the UNESCO-protected Grand Place? As of Friday, nothing is quite what it seems as the Belgian capital celebrates the nation’s love […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Rome: The August Ferragosto holiday in Italy is traditionally celebrated with a big lunch on the beach. August is officially holiday season in Italy. While tourists pile into the cities like Venice and Rome, Italians are making a beeline for the sea. The summer beach holiday is sacred and many businesses across the […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: As the human-induced climate crisis continues, one European country is looking to make train travel not just the sustainable option – but the most fun one, too. Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane (FS), Italy’s state-owned railway operator, has announced a new program of tourist-focused trains, using vintage locomotives on popular vacation routes. Launching […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: A group of young German tourists posing for pictures to post on social media have been accused of toppling a valuable statue at a villa in northern Italy, the villa’s manager said. Two of the group climbed into a fountain to hug the work “Domina” by the artist Enrico Butti and another pushed […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Indonesia will conduct an evaluation regarding visa-free entry next month as the country aims to attract tourists but with sustainability in focus. The country’s tourism minister Sandiaga Uno said Indonesia will consider granting visa-free entry for foreigners based on the three criteria of “reciprocity, usefulness, and security,”. The minister noted after attending […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Brussels:Belgium, the birthplace of world-famous comic book characters such as the Smurfs, Lucky Luke, and Tintin, keeps this characteristic alive on the streets of its cities and preserves it in its museums. The tales of numerous characters, which were once confined to the pages of newspapers and magazines, sprang to life in Belgium, […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Fifty-eight percent of Italian tourists in 2023 are choosing holiday destinations linked with food experiences, a 37 percent increase from 2016, a new report has found. The trend benefits olive millers and farmhouses, offering tourists olive oil-related experiences. This trend generates virtuous economies, which represents the best opportunity for the small farmers to […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: “Where locals go” is our new series featuring under-the-radar holiday destinations that are often overlooked by visitors but cherished by locals. In this edition, our Italy experts showcase their favorite holiday spots at home. Italians are well aware of their country’s charms and when in need of a holiday, they usually head to […]
Read MoreNewswire Venice: Paris-based Lebanese artist Simone Fattal’s latest work is currently on display in the Church of San Lorenzo in Venice, Italy. Fattal’s powerful installation is titled “Sempre il mare, uomo libero, amerai!” which translates from Italian to “Always the sea, freeman, you will love!”?from the poem?“Man and the Sea”?by Charles Baudelaire, which describes the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Since the times bilateral ties between Italy and Pakistan were established, they got only stronger over the years. The mountainous regions in north of Pakistan have benefitted especially from Italy’s continuous support in numerous fields. Northern parts of the country are blessed with incredibly beautiful topographies, forests, cold deserts, snow-capped mountains, and […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Denmark’s Ambassador to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week said that Pakistan has one of the most beautiful landscapes. “Being in nature increases quality of life. Denmark everyone has equal access to forests, beaches, paths, shelters & etc. Solutions that makes nature accessible & inclusive are binding Danes together. Hope this gives inspiration […]
Read MoreAbida Shaheen Islamabad: Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan Adam Tugio this week said that travelling to Indonesia will be made easier. He said Indonesia was now open for international visitors and the normal visa issuing process for different purposes was functioning normally. Ambassador Tugio said the visa process would now take three working days upon […]
Read MoreNewswire Of course, everyone is familiar with the iconic city of Venice but it’s almost too popular for its own good. It gets very crowded but you can find more of its magic on the mainland and the other islands in the lagoon. What’s more, a new sustainable tourism initiative, Slow Flow Veneto Waterways Experience, […]
Read MoreLondon: Kelly Curto is taking her first trip outside the U.S., and the die-hard fan of the British royal family is making it the one at the top of her bucket list — heading to London for King Charles III’s coronation. After arriving on May 5, the 44-year-old school bus driver from Long Island and […]
Read MoreAmbassador of Italy to Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese is from the beautiful Venice Newswire You could spend a lifetime visiting Rome and all its stunning churches, museums, and ancient monuments, but if your time in Italy is limited and you want a change of scenery, hop into one of the several trains that will take you […]
Read MoreNewswire Milan: In Italy, u-pick flowers have now become a trend. Every spring, tulip fields multiply, especially in the area around Milan and Turin, offering visitors not only the chance to buy flowers but also the experience of picking them themselves in the open air. It all started in 2017 when a Dutch couple, Edwin […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese said this week Italy has historically been a great tourist destination. On Pakistan’s ambitions to transform itself into a tourist destination, Ambassador Ferrarese said Italy was willing to provide financial and technical support in the uplift of Pakistan’s tourism sector. The envoy maintained that his country […]
Read MoreXinhua Haikou: Imagine a place where you can ride a motorboat in the blue sea, sip coffee while reading in a seaside bookstore, enjoy a candlelight dinner or simply unwind with some self-brewed tea on the beach under the starry night sky. Such is the beauty of Tianya Haijiao, or “Edges of the heaven, corners […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week recalled his memorable visit to Central Mosque of Imam Sarakhsi. “So pleased to see this picture thrown by my?? today. Taken in 2019 at Central Mosque of Imam Sarakhsi, commonly known as Bishkek Central Mosque in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Built in an Ottoman revival style, […]
Read MoreXinhua Beijing: After a three-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, China’s outbound group tour has pressed the “restart button,” and the first batch of Chinese tourists have arrived in, among others, Thailand, Cambodia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Starting February 6, travel agencies and online tourism service providers in China have been permitted […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: China will resume outbound group travel to a selected group of countries early next month, according to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The ministry said in a notice on its website on Friday that a pilot program will take effect on February 6 to allow travel agencies to open outbound group travel […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Its mountains, canyons, beaches and lagoons make it one of Italy’s most beautiful and varied landscapes, but few people — and that includes Italians — know anything about it. Perhaps because it’s tucked away on the country’s northeastern border with Slovenia and Austria, perhaps because of a history of invasions, including the Austro-Hungarian […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: China’s Spring Festival travel rush, the largest annual human migration worldwide, kicked off this week after the world’s most populous country adjusted its COVID-19 response. Hundreds of millions of people are swarming train stations, airports, and coach terminals across the country for family reunions on the Lunar New Year’s eve, which falls on […]
Read MoreDoha: The government of Qatar has returned back to the policy of visa free entry after the FIFA World Cup ended, prompting travelers to make fresh plans. The fresh announcement says citizens from over 95 countries including Pakistan are eligible for visa-free entry into the State of Qatar with varying duration of stay depending on […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: The research and consulting company “Risposte Turismo” has revealed that in Bologna shopping Tourism – The Italian Forum is back after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. As a result, shopping tourists in Italy could exceed two million in 2023, marking a higher level than the 2019 results. In this regard, the […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Ah Italy, the land of pizza, pasta and plenty of tomato sauce. At least, that’s the impression many visitors have when planning a trip to the Bel Paese. But if they’re planning to visit popular tourist sites like Cinque Terre or Portofino, they might be in for a shock — because the traditional […]
Read MoreNewswire Venice: Now that summer is over, fall through winter is an ideal time to visit Italy – namely, Venice. Why? With less tourist crowds in the fall and winter, Venice plays hosts to a number of events and happenings in the city for discerning travelers to get their hands on. From the Veleziana Regatta […]
Read MoreTokyo: The Japan Tourism Agency has revised its guidelines for overseas tourists as the county prepares to reopen to individual tourists next week. the government will allow tourists from all countries to enter Japan without joining a guided tour. Travelers will be able to plan their itinerary more freely, but travel agencies will be asked […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Brazilian artist Vitória Basaia participated in Art without Borders, a collective exhibition in Rome from 9. Oganised by curators Ligia Testa and Sandra Setti, the group show will bring together talented and creative artists at the Galleria La Pigna (Palazzo Maffei Marescotti) in the Italian capital. Vitória Basaia is originally from Rio de […]
Read MoreMichael Fitzpatrick Tokyo: Gazing disconsolately at a £6,000 Japanese cedar bathtub is the svelte figure of kimono-clad general manager Taisuke Yajima. He is wilting slightly in the soupy Kyoto summer. The wooden tub, golden and fragrant, is empty save for a shallow lozenge of water. All around is the scent of cedar and rose incense […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Overlooking the breathtaking Bay of Naples, Sorrento is a popular place for soaking up the sun. But if you have plans to stroll through the streets shirtless or in a bathing suit, you may pay a hefty fine. On July 6, Mayor Massimo Coppola issued an order banning people from walking around shirtless […]
Read MoreYusaku Yoshikawa On 10 June 2022, Japan finally started allowing international tourists into the country for the first time in two years after the COVID-19 pandemic began. Seeking to balance its reopening and preventing the spread of infection, the Japanese government requires all tourists to wear face masks, and to be privately insured and chaperoned. […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Ischia has been named best island in the world by readers of the American magazine Travel + Leisure in the 2022 edition of The World’s Best Awards, the annual international survey for top tourism destinations. Readers are asked to rate islands according to their activities and sights, natural attractions and beaches, food, friendliness […]
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