Tag: tourism
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Port of Seattle Awards Over $600,000 to 35 Tourism Projects
The Port of Seattle's 2026-27 Tourism Marketing Support Program has awarded over $600,000 to 35 diverse projects in King County and Washington state, aiming to boost visitor spending, local jobs, and community strength, particularly in under-resourced areas.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborTransportationSocial Issues Port of SeattleTourismMarketingFundingWashington StateKing CountyEconomic Development
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Media Monitor: Canadians Shifting Travel Focus from U.S.
USA TODAY reports that Canadians are increasingly looking beyond the United States for travel, though some still visit. The shift is partly due to perceived "insulting" experiences.
BusinessCanadaUSAEconomyTransportationSocial Issues CanadiansTravelTourismInternational RelationsDestinationsBorderUSA TODAY
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Connecticut State Parks Kick Off Summer Season, Highlight America's 250th Anniversary
Governor Lamont and DEEP invite residents and visitors to explore Connecticut's state parks this summer, highlighting historic sites, ongoing investments, and enhanced accessibility as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironment ConnecticutState ParksOutdoor RecreationAmerica's 250thGovernor Ned LamontDEEPTourismConnecticut Governors Office
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New Zealand Sees Significant Boost in March Visitor Arrivals
New Zealand recorded 358,900 visitor arrivals in March 2026, a 15% increase from the previous year and the highest March total since 2019. Growth was driven by visitors from Australia, the US, China, and the UK.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsNew Zealand Visitor ArrivalsTourismMarch 2026Stats NZAustraliaStatistics New Zealand
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Media Monitor: The Japan Times reports on Venezuela operation, Japan's energy policy and tourism
The Japan Times reports on the U.S. operation to capture Nicolas Maduro, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's focus on nuclear power, and the rise of roots tourism in Japan.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldScience & TechnologySportAsia VenezuelaNicolas MaduroJapanSanae TakaichiNuclear PowerTourismThe Japan Times
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Media Monitor: Japan to seek U.S. support if China escalates
The Japan Times reports that Japan will lean on the U.S. and its allies for support should tensions with China escalate. Tokyo hopes to avoid retaliation and keep communication open.
WorldBusinessPolitics and GovernmentFilm and TVAsiaTradeFinancial MarketsInternational Relations JapanChinadiplomacyalliestourismThe Japan Times
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Media Monitor: CBC News Reports Canadian Snowbirds Shun U.S. Due to Politics
CBC News reports that a decline in Canadian snowbirds traveling to the U.S. this winter is expected, with a recent survey citing U.S. politics as a deterrent.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMilitarySocial IssuesLaw EnforcementCanada CBC NewssnowbirdsU.S. politicstravelFloridatourismCBC Morning Brief
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Media Monitor: SWI swissinfo.ch Reports on Tram Collision, Tourism Trends
SWI swissinfo.ch reports a tram collision in Zurich, changes to the Zurich public transport timetable, and tourism trends in Switzerland.
WorldBusinessPolitics and GovernmentTransportationBankingFinancial MarketsEconomyLaw Enforcement Zurichtram collisiontourismUBSSwiss banksChinaSwiss Info
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in May 2025
New Zealand experiences a surge in overseas visitors in May 2025, with significant increases from Australia, China and the United States.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaTradeTransportation New ZealandInternational TravelOverseas VisitorsTourismAustraliaChinaStatistics New Zealand
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Media Monitor: Modi, BRICS, Delhi Air, and More
News outlets are reporting on PM Modi's BRICS Summit, Delhi High Court's verdict on Celebi, weather alerts, and various political and sports events scheduled for July 7.
Politics and GovernmentHealthWorldWeatherSportBrazilIsraelIndiaAsiaEuropeClimate ChangeGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeMedical ScienceDisasters BRICS SummitDelhi High CourtIndia Meteorological DepartmentNational Herald caseNovak DjokovicChhattisgarhTourismThe Hindu
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in April 2025
New Zealand's tourism sector sees a boost in April 2025, with a significant rise in overseas visitors, especially from Australia, the UK and the US, nearing pre-pandemic levels.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaAustralasiaGeneral Politics New ZealandInternational TravelOverseas VisitorsTourismAustraliaUnited KingdomStatistics New Zealand
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Poilievre to Release Costed Platform 'Soon' as Election Looms
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is set to release his costed platform 'soon,' making him the last major party leader to do so with the election just a week away.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldScience & TechnologyCanadaJapanItalyGeneral PoliticsConservative PartyTradeEconomyTourismSocial IssuesLaw Enforcement Pierre PoilievreElectionCosted PlatformPoliticsGovernment