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Venice cruise boat crash revives calls to ban big ships

Venetians have been arguing for years about the pros and cons of allowing massive cruise ship in the city's channels. Now, a crash that harmed 5 people is reigniting the debate.

Italy

At least 5 injured after cruise ship hits tour boat and dock in Venice

The MSC Opera rammed into a dock and a tourist boat on a busy Venice canal, reportedly injuring five people.

Mauritius

Watch live: The WTA Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Mauritius

In partnership with Mauritius

The event, which will award this year's winners, will bring together around 400 leading figureheads in the tourism industry and decision-makers from Africa and the Indian Ocean.

Hungary

Hopes fade for tourists missing after fatal boat sinking on River Danube

Hopes are fading for 21 South Korean tourists and Hungarian crew still missing after the fatal sinking of a tourist boat on the River Danube in Budapest

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Hungary

7 dead, 21 missing after Budapest tourist boat sinks in seconds

Seven people are dead and 20 missing after a pleasure boat carrying South Koreans was struck by another vessel in the Hungarian capital.

Green News

How Justin Bieber shut down an Icelandic beauty spot

The Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon in Iceland has been closed to the public after hordes of visitors flocked to the site.

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Costumed guests go back centuries at Palace of Versailles

More than 600 guests had the chance to live out their royal fantasies for one-night-only at the Palace of Versailles on Monday (May 27), with a costumed party designed to take them back hundreds of years to the time when France was ruled by kings and queens.

Series

Belovezhskaya Pushcha: the oldest nature reserve in Europe

In partnership with Minsk 2019

The once immense primeval forest is home to the European bison, the heaviest surviving wild land animal in Europe.

Series

The Minsk street that's gone from industrial centre to cultural hub

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It took Oktyabrskaya Street five years to go from being an industrial area on the outskirts of Minsk to getting its own tourist map, thanks to its impressive pieces of street art by both Brazilian and Belarusian urban artists.

Egypt

At least 12 wounded in Egypt blast targeting tourist bus

The blast set off near the museum close to the Giza Pyramids. Security sources told Reuters that most of the injured were foreign tourists.

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How foodies should break their Ramadan fast

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Musabbeh Al Kaabi, the first Emirati chef in the world, shows Euronews how he prepares Iftar, the evening meal eaten by Muslims during Ramadan.

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Mir Castle: At the junction of Gothic and Renaissance

In partnership with Minsk 2019

In the heart of Belarus, there lies a castle of truly unique architectural design.

Smart Regions

Mont Saint Michel reclaims island-like character

In partnership with the European Commission

After around 20 years of research and construction work, Mont Saint Michel has recovered its isolated character, thanks to a new dam and footbridge.

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Extreme adventures to try in Dubai

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Forget the glitz and glam: let us introduce you to the rough and ready side of the emirate, the one that’s not for the faint-of-heart

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Keeping tradition alive in Dubai

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Tourists are flocking to Dubai to experience the traditional Bedouin culture.

Latvia

Bed and breakfast behind bars: Dark tourism in Latvia

A former military prison formerly run by the Nazis and the Soviets is now offering a "historical interactive reality show involving the audience."

Benin

Dead body believed to be Benin guide found

A body allegedly belonging to Benin guide was found by authorities after two French tourists and their guide were reported missing on Wednesday.

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Dubai’s best theme parks

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From roller coasters to waterslides, here’s how to keep the whole family entertained at the theme parks while on a trip to the UAE

World

Emirates CEO sees FY profit, wants Boeing compensation

Emirates Airline, the world’s largest long-haul carrier, will report profitable full year earnings this month, according to its CEO Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum.

World

Jordan, Oman & Syria: different approaches to boosting tourist numbers

The 26th edition of the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai brought together more than 150 countries to showcase their tourism projects.