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One year after a massacre of Indian tourists in Kashmir, the situation remains tense, with many travelers still avoiding the Himalayan region. Hoteliers, taxi drivers, and boat owners fear for their livelihoods.
Following the death of a hotelier, relatives are demanding action against 'rogue water tankers,' suggesting a link between the two.
Luxury hoteliers in London are experiencing a decline in occupancy as the conflict in Iran disrupts Gulf travel, leading to a significant drop in demand from high-spending visitors from the Middle East.
Flights from Israel to Cyprus are expected to resume this week, providing a significant boost to the island’s tourism sector. This development was confirmed by the Cyprus Hoteliers Association.
A 45-year-old man has been charged with assault causing harm following the death of his father, who was found deceased on a farm in Waterford, Ireland. The incident is currently under investigation by authorities.
Hotel occupancy in Cyprus ranged between 25% and 45% during the Easter period, with cancellations and weak booking trends continuing to negatively impact the sector, according to the Cyprus hoteliers association.
The Southern Chapter of the Thai Hotels Association has called on authorities to increase direct flights from Europe to Phuket, aiming to stabilize tourism affected by travel disruptions stemming from the Middle East war.
The Middle East conflict continues to severely impact Cyprus's tourism sector, leading to widespread cancellations, slumping summer bookings, and a difficult Easter period for hoteliers. In response, the Cypriot government is presenting a support plan for the hotel industry, including wage subsidies and a layoff freeze, to mitigate the economic fallout.
Cyprus's association of tourist enterprises (Stek) and hoteliers’ association (Pasyxe) have strongly opposed a proposed law for establishing and operating recreational areas, warning of market distortions.
The hotelier son of the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister's aide reportedly escaped an abduction attempt, leading to the arrest of five individuals in connection with the incident.
The Jamaica Gleaner profiles Marcia Skyers-James, a hotelier recognized for her work catering to the needs of the diaspora community.
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has closed the Gulmarg land lease case after a mass withdrawal of petitions, leading hoteliers to pursue a government settlement.
Finance Minister suggests alternate day operations as hotel bodies seek at least 50% quota of commercial LPG cylinders to sustain operations in the State
Visitor numbers in Limassol have so far held up despite the tension in the wider region, with tourism bodies saying Cyprus continues to be regarded as a safe and dependable destination. That was the main message from a meeting between the Limassol regional tourism board (Etap), the Limassol hoteliers association (Pasyxe) and the association of […]
The Maltese government faced a significant setback as the Public Contracts Review Board (PCRB) canceled the award of the lucrative Evans Building concession in Valletta to a consortium involving the Decesare family and hotelier Mark Weingard.
Hotel Owners’ Association of Mysuru President Narayanagowda C. said the city has an estimated 1,500 hotels, restaurants, fast food outlets, tea stalls and other eateries that rely on commercial LPG…
Hoteliers in Kullu Valley are anxiously monitoring the ongoing conflict, fearing a significant drop in Israeli tourist arrivals this summer.
Cyprus’ hotel sector continues to record stable bookings following recent security incidents linked to the conflict with Iran, with the hoteliers association stressing the destination’s resilience.
Famagusta district is facing a water crisis after the government was forced to abandon its chosen desalination site. The earliest the district can now expect relief is October 2027 — a full year later than originally planned. The retreat came after hoteliers, local authorities, and the District Local Government Organisation (EOA) Famagusta all opposed the […]
Hoteliers say mounting business costs will represent a "major challenge" for the industry this year.
Oradea City Hall in Romania is cracking down on property owners who rent out apartments to tourists without declaring their income to tax authorities, potentially imposing fines.
Hoteliers on the Bosnian-Herzegovinian coast are optimistic about the upcoming tourist season, aiming to promote the region as a quality destination rather than just an affordable one.
Hoteliers in Ankara are making intensive preparations for the upcoming NATO summit scheduled to take place in the Turkish capital on July 7-8.
Continental Hotels’ Niyi Agoro is named one of Africa’s Top 15 Hotelier HR Leaders for his influence in shaping workforce strategy in the hospitality secto Read More:…
Hotel prices for World Cup supporters traveling to the USA are sharply decreasing, leading to concerns among hoteliers.
Cyprus hoteliers report a sharp decline in summer tourist bookings, with new reservations significantly below last year's levels, attributing the downturn to the ongoing Middle East war.
The election contest in Palakkad, India, is highlighted by the rivalry between BJP figure Sobha Surendran and 'Metro Man', alongside a hotelier.
The Cypriot government's scheme to subsidize hotel workers' wages has not yet been communicated to hotels and unions, causing frustration as the tourist season begins.
A 49-year-old Ukrainian man has been remanded in custody for the murder of a 64-year-old hotelier in Rhodes, Greece, despite his insistence on his innocence.
Hoteliers' organizations in Cyprus, Pasyxe and Stek, are reportedly dissatisfied with recently announced government support measures and are advocating for additional subsidies.
Hotelier and restaurateur Paddy McKillen Jr has initiated legal action against a company attempting to declare him bankrupt over an alleged debt of €2.1 million, confirming earlier reports of the lawsuit.
Miffed BJD leaders in Odisha are reportedly uniting around hotelier Dilip Ray's Rajya Sabha victory, signaling potential political shifts in the state.
Despite an economic boom, a traditional restaurant in Hinwil, Zurich Oberland, is closing after 33 years, while a hotelier invests in the area, highlighting a shift in target demographics.
Hoteliers in Barcelona are expressing concern over increasing taxes, urging that the revenue be reinvested into improving the city's infrastructure and services.
The Barcelona businessman and builder succeeded Joan Gaspart before Joan Laporta's first presidency.
Hoteliers in Valencia, represented by Hosbec, are cautioning that 'Trumpist' discourse regarding Spain could harm the tourism sector and are urging diplomatic efforts to prevent government differences from impacting the growing American tourist market.
Pune is experiencing an LPG crunch, leaving hoteliers and residents scrambling for fuel, with the situation attributed to ongoing Middle East tensions.
Via Transilvanica – "The Road that Unites", presented at the International Tourism Exchange in Berlin, where Romania's stand brings together 30 co-exhibitors – travel agencies, hoteliers, associations of…
A creditor is seeking to bankrupt hotelier and restaurateur Paddy McKillen Jr over an alleged debt of €2.1m.
The Italian Embassy in Vienna hosted an official presentation event for the Aeolian Islands, organized in collaboration with ENIT and the 'Federalberghi Isole Eolie' hoteliers' association, to promote tourism and local flavors.
Despite the rise of alternative currencies, cash maintains strong support in Switzerland, even in the 'Crypto Valley' of Zug, appealing to both traditional hoteliers and liberal crypto directors.
David Doyle, son of the famous hotelier Pascal Vincent (PV) Doyle, has left an estate valued at over €6 million in his will.
Benjamin Chemoul, who started his career washing dishes, now leads the Beau-Rivage Palace in Lausanne and has been crowned Swiss Hotelier of the Year 2026.
A hotelier claims to have been defrauded by investor Danny K., while other investors allege Kahlbacher himself swindled them, creating confusion ahead of K.'s trial.
Cyprus hoteliers report that summer hotel bookings remain weak, with ongoing cancellations and no significant recovery in new reservations, six weeks into the 'Iran war.'
An Okinawa hotelier has initiated a program to place foreign workers in response to a significant labor crunch in the region's hospitality sector.
Thirty-two individuals are under investigation, with nine arrested, for allegedly poisoning tourists on Mount Everest to force helicopter evacuations and inflate insurance claims. The scheme reportedly involved helicopter companies, hospitals, hoteliers, and tourist offices.
A 49-year-old Ukrainian national, arrested in Germany on an international warrant, has been provisionally detained in Rhodes, accused of murdering a 64-year-old hotelier on the island.
Hoteliers in Malaysia are actively preparing for an anticipated increase in health tourism, indicating a growing focus on medical and wellness travel in the region.
Cyprus hoteliers in Ayia Napa, Protaras, and Larnaca are warning of a sharp slowdown in early season bookings, as the Middle East war continues to weigh on travel demand, prompting Larnaca to initiate a comprehensive tourism drive to mitigate these negative effects.
Hoteliers in Gulmarg, facing eviction, have withdrawn their petitions, opting to settle lease and auction issues directly with the Jammu and Kashmir government, which plans to form a committee to address the matter.
European markets are showing mixed performance as persistent tensions in the Middle East continue to influence investor sentiment.
Chandigarh Police have arrested hotelier and real-estate developer Vikram Wadhwa in connection with a ₹590-crore fraud linked to IDFC First Bank, after he had been evading arrest since the scam surfaced.
The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) has warned of potential catastrophic closures for restaurants due to the West Asia crisis impacting LPG supply, with the Delhi government now assuring normal LPG supply and no shortage amid these concerns.
Bulgarian hoteliers have publicly stated their demands for the country's future government, outlining key issues they wish to see addressed.
Hotel associations and several hoteliers have warned that non-availability of cooking gas would force many units to shut their shops With the ongoing conflict in West Asia disrupting the global…
Cyprus hoteliers are reporting cancellations and a slowdown in new bookings for April and May following a US travel advisory for the island, prompting industry groups to urge calm and coordination with the government.
Following his expulsion from the Biju Janata Dal in 2002, the former Union Coal Minister had pulled off a surprise win in the election to the Upper House as an independent candidate
A creditor is seeking to bankrupt hotelier and restaurateur Paddy McKillen Jnr over an alleged debt of €2.1m.
Hoteliers are facing challenges from the rise of short-notice bookings and increased competition from BnBs, which are significantly impacting demand for traditional hotel stays.
Tributes are being shared following the death of Lynne Bellinger, a long-serving and respected hotelier in Dubai.