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Dubai conference spells start of new chapter for tourism industry

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Leading travel companies, airlines and tourism boards from over 80 countries showcased at the exhibition, with 10,000 people attending the event - a feat that would have been unimaginable 12 months ago.

Iran

French tourist charged with spying in Iran over 'drone photos'

Benjamin Briere, 35, has been detained in Iran for 12 months and his family say he has only been permitted to call them four times since last May.

Saudi Arabia

First UNWTO regional office opens in Riyadh

The hub will co-ordinate initiatives across 13 countries in the Middle East.

Spain

Antoni Gaudi's iconic church in Barcelona reopens to the public

The Sagrada Familia Basilica is the most visited building in Spain, and the second most visited church in Europe.

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Destinations

What you need to know about visiting Cyprus, the original love island

A guide to changing travel restrictions in Cyprus, and what should be on any visitor's must-see list.

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Dubai's Arabian Travel Market marks the start of a tourism comeback

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Dubai hosts one of the first in-person travel industry events since the pandemic began. We see how the industry is recovering worldwide and find out how some European countries plan to compete for tourists.

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Angola's top tourist destinations just waiting to be discovered

In partnership with Governo de Angola

Rich cultural experiences, exceptional encounters and marvellous scenery are just waiting to be discovered in Angola. With desert, coastal roads, beaches and wetlands it has something for everyone. Explore some of its top destinations.

Experiences

Six surprising Netflix filming locations that you have to visit

Plan a trip to these real-life locations that were used to create your favourite series.

Focus

The International Tourism Trade Fair gets to grips with new travel aspirations

Who hasn't dreamt of travelling around the world once again or discovering one's own country? As restrictions on movement begin to ease, the tourism sector looks to recover from the pandemic by focusing on safe and sustainable travel.

Destinations

Is Paris overrated? Our readers certainly think so

Travelling is so last year, well maybe not travelling. But these destinations definitely are.

World

'Rethink or avoid international travel' says WHO, despite vaccinations

EU travellers will be allowed to get a travel certificate if they can prove they had been vaccinated, tested negative for the virus or have proof they've recovered from it. But despite the boost given by Brussels, the WHO is warning people to rethink or avoid international travel.

Europe News

Europe's tourism sector hopeful after bloc opens to non-EU citizens

This week, EU countries decided to let in travellers from outside the bloc, providing they have been vaccinated.

Europe News

NATO military chiefs prepare crucial summit

NATO military chiefs have been meeting this week to prepare a crucial summit next month in Brussels that will decide the alliance's budget.

Destinations

This beautiful tourist region in Afghanistan is about to be bulldozed

Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor is a historically and geographically rich region - but China is about to build a road right through it.

Nature

COVID-19 has been a ‘double-edged sword’ for conservationists

Reduced income from tourism and environmental rollbacks mean efforts to protect nature have been severely impacted.

World News

Portugal, Netherlands latest EU countries to ease travel restrictions

From Monday, travellers from most EU countries will be able to visit Portugal, authorities announced on Saturday.

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First foreign tourists arrive in Greece following reopening

Tourists flew into Athens on Friday as Greece officially kicked off its tourist season.

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Dubai's best rooftop views

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From the Burj Al Arab to the Burj Khalifa, Dubai is known for its dizzying architecture and has some of the best rooftop views in the world.

Travel News

Here is what the UN say every country’s vaccine passport should have

The organisation has released recommendations to ensure a quick return to holiday travel, including how vaccine supplies should be shared with poorer countries.

Turkey

Turkey's tourism minister faces calls to resign over 'insulting' video

Turkey is currently on a drive to promote foreign tourism. But this is resulting in unfair prioritisation of vaccinations and restrictions which discriminate against Turks.