As the clock strikes midnight around the world, countries usher in the New Year with a tapestry of celebrations, each weaving its unique cultural threads into the global fabric of festivities.

Venice is to ban loudspeakers in a bid to ease the impact of mass tourism on the Italian city. The new rules will come into effect from June.

In a significant recognition of their outstanding contributions to the tourism industry, Jamari Douglas, Vice President of Marketing, PR, and Communications at the Bermuda Tourism Authority, and Donovan White, Director of the Jamaica Tourist Board, have been named among the prestigious 2023 Top 25 Extraordinary Minds by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI). This accolade places them in the spotlight as industry leaders, and they will be honored at the highly anticipated HSMAI Adrian Awards Celebration scheduled for February 13, 2024, at the New York Marriott Marquis.

Starting Jan 1, 2024, MGTO offers free bus service from Hong Kong Airport to Macao, aiming to boost dual-destination tourism and global reach.

Various groups of artists from across the country warmly welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he arrived in Ayodhya on Saturday. Inaugurating the redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Railway Station on December 30, he marked this significant event in preparation for the upcoming consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya scheduled for next month.

On Friday, the alteration in visa policy was accepted by the Office for Government Policy Coordination to emphasize the issue related to the shortage of labor in hospitality sector as part of the broader initiations of the country to welcome greater number of international workers in the middle of a dropping birthrate.

Recently in China’s Shanghai and Guangzhou region, the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority has introduced a promotional roadshow, concerning prominent tourism, aviation, and hotel industry.

The ECTAA and GNTO proudly celebrate a year of unprecedented cooperation aimed at fostering sustainable tourism in Greece. Despite various challenges, these organizations have taken the lead in initiatives to elevate Greece as a premier destination while promoting environmental consciousness and sustainable practices in the industry.

New Orleans & Company is taking charge to uphold the local tradition of the Fleur De Lis (FDL) drop this New Year’s Eve. Atop Jax Brewery, the FDL drop will coincide with fireworks over the river showcasing the colors of the visiting Sugar Bowl teams. To enhance the experience, an LED board will feature the countdown and a New Year’s message.

In light of the General Plan for Building a Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, which fosters favorable conditions for Macao’s industry diversification, the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) and the Economic Development Bureau of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin have jointly introduced the “Macao–Hengqin Travel Stimulation Program” (“the Program”). Applications for this initiative will be accepted starting from January 1, 2024. The primary objective of the Program is to encourage tourism operators to craft multi-destination travel plans encompassing both Macao and Hengqin. Initially, the focus is on attracting business travelers through group tours to stimulate tourism development in both locations.