Book-cation Trend Brings Literary Travel Into the Mainstream
Literary travel is gaining momentum as readers plan trips around novels, authors, hotel libraries, book clubs, reading retreats and festivals.
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Sphere Abu Dhabi to Bring a $1.7 Billion Immersive Entertainment Landmark to Yas Island
Sphere Abu Dhabi will become the first Sphere venue outside the United States, adding a $1.7 billion immersive entertainment landmark to Yas Island.
Venice Brings Back Its Day-Tripper Fee With Higher Charges for Late Registration
Venice is again charging day visitors to enter the historic city on selected peak dates from April through July. The system is now more practical than symbolic: register in advance, get a QR code, and pay more if you leave it too late.
Eurovision Asia Could Turn Bangkok Into the Region’s Next Major Event-Travel Hub
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Victoria Hayes
• 3 mins read
Eurovision Song Contest Asia is set to debut in Bangkok on November 14, 2026, with 10 countries already confirmed. For travel, the bigger story may be how a cross-border music event could accelerate a wider shift toward experience-led trips across Asia.
Rome’s Colosseum Restoration Brings Ancient Structure Back to Life
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Victoria Hayes
• 3 mins read
Rome’s Colosseum has unveiled a restored piazza using ancient materials, offering visitors a new way to experience the monument’s original scale.
Airbnb Awards Best of British Grants to 25 UK Tourism Projects
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Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Airbnb has named the first 25 winners of its Best of British Fund, backing local tourism projects across the UK with new funding to support hospitality and regional growth.
Ancestry Travel to West Africa Gains Momentum Across the Diaspora
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
DNA testing is reshaping travel trends, inspiring members of the African diaspora to explore ancestral roots in West Africa through curated heritage tours.
Dubai Launches Gold District as a Global Hub for Jewellery Trade and Tourism
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Eleanor Price
• 3 mins read
Dubai has officially launched the Dubai Gold District, positioning the emirate as the world’s leading destination for gold, jewellery trade, and luxury shopping, anchored by the future debut of the world’s first Gold Street.
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theblogismine@gmail.com
• 1 min read
Culture Travel delivers news and analysis on cultural tourism, heritage destinations, museums, festivals, and arts-driven travel worldwide.
Culinary Travel
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theblogismine@gmail.com
• 1 min read
News and insights on food-focused travel, global cuisines, and destination dining experiences.
Japan Sets Tourism Record Despite Sharp Decline in Chinese Visitors
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Japan welcomed a record number of international visitors in 2025, even as arrivals from China fell sharply late in the year amid rising diplomatic tensions.
G Adventures and National Geographic Launch a New Era of Signature Travel Experiences
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
G Adventures and National Geographic Expeditions have unveiled a new collection of high-end Signature itineraries that blend expert-led exploration, rare access, and immersive luxury across 28 global destinations.
Trafalgar Expands River Cruise Portfolio With Seine Sailings in 2027
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
Trafalgar will enter France’s river cruise market in 2027 with a new Seine itinerary, adding a third ship to its growing fleet and tapping into rising demand for immersive river travel.
Morocco and Egypt Set New Tourism Records as Africa’s Most Visited Countries
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Morocco and Egypt emerged as Africa’s top travel destinations in 2025, setting new tourism records as air connectivity, cultural investments, and global events fueled visitor growth.
Romania Plans Europe’s First €1 Billion Dracula-Themed Park Near Bucharest
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Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Romania is moving forward with plans for Dracula Land, a €1 billion theme park near Bucharest that blends folklore, entertainment, and tourism on an unprecedented scale.