Starting in June, short-term rentals will be prohibited in Florence’s historic center as a bold measure to address residents’ loss. The ban will only apply moving forward, and to encourage long-term rentals, the local government plans to waive Imu taxes for three years on second homes. During a press conference, the Mayor of Florence, Nardella, […]
The Swiss hotel industry is experiencing a consistent increase in overnight stays, which continued in April and set a new record for the 2022/23 winter season. According to the Federal Statistical Office (FSO), the number of overnight stays in April rose by 12 percent compared to the previous year, reaching 2.83 million. This boost was […]
The Mexican ports on the Pacific Riviera face a general decline in competitiveness because of their outdated infrastructure, except for four ports that maintain the vitality of the route, including Puerto Vallarta. According to Arturo Musi Ganem, the president of the Mexican Association of Companies for the Attention of Tourist Cruises (Amepact), only four out […]
The pandemic years are behind us, and borders have reopened, allowing people to fly again. Despite the ongoing uncertainty in the global economy, passenger traffic has almost recovered to 2019 levels, with airports becoming increasingly busy. The airline industry has also returned to profitability, although with slim margins. IATA estimates that airlines will earn $9.8 […]
Recently, Egypt’s parliament passed a constitutional amendment that requires individuals leaving the country to pay an exit fee of 100 Egyptian pounds ($3.23). However, foreign tourists departing from certain governorates, including the Red Sea, South Sinai, Luxor, Aswan, and Matruh, will pay a reduced fee of 50 pounds ($1.62). Parliamentarians believe this fee will help […]
Long time contributor to eTurboNews from Sri Lanka, Srilal Miththapala, recently launched his second book on elephants. Mr. Miththapala has authored countless articles for eTurboNews about the elephants in Sri Lanka, the country’s tourism, and relationship between these two entities. He has over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He was President of […]
Available year-round, these direct flights will offer seamless travel experiences to and from New York and St. Kitts. The St. Kitts Tourism Authority announced its strategic collaboration with JetBlue, marking the commencement of direct, year-round service from New York (JFK) to St. Kitts, three times weekly beginning November 2nd. This partnership is an integral step […]
American Airlines is the first airline to serve the British Virgin Islands with nonstop flight service. For the first time ever, travelers may now fly to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) with daily nonstop service from Miami to Beef Island via American Airlines. The game-changing three-hour flight eliminates the need for travelers to connect in […]
The refined five-star Hotel Granbaita Dolomites, nestled in the Dolomite Mountains in the heart of Selva di Val Gardena, has announced its annual summer re-opening will take place on the 14th of June 2023. Blending innovation and tradition, the hotel was radically renovated in 2019 by Rudolf Perathoner Architects to interpret South Tyrolean hospitality and […]
This milestone event marks the official opening of Regina Terrace, the exclusive canal-side venue at The St. Regis Venice in Italy. The St. Regis Venice debuted its first House of Celebration event commemorating the inauguration of Venice’s Architectural Biennale 2023. For the occasion, the hotel partnered with Italian fashion house Dolce&Gabbana to create a tailored […]