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Ras Al Khaimah launches eastern Europe promotional drive

In light of the double-digit growth figures recorded in 2018, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has kicked off 2019 with a series of roadshows targeting key eastern European countries to promote the destination. The events will highlight the emirate’s latest product developments and unique offerings. The special delegation from …

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Eurowings adds Las Vegas flights to winter schedule

Eurowings has continued to expand its winter flight schedule with he addition of Las Vegas. The Lufthansa-owned point-to-point airline earlier revealed plans to offer Barbados, Mauritius, and Windhoek in Namibia later this year. Now, the American tourism hotspot has been added. From October 27th, Eurowings will fly three times a …

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Tate Modern takes top spot among UK visitor attractions

Tate Modern has become the most visited attraction in the UK, with 5,868,562 visits last year, according to the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions. The news comes as the organisation reveals members’ visitor figures for 2018, showing attractions in the UK saw an average increase of 8.68 per cent in …

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Amnesty International urges Brunei to withdraw new penal code

Travellers to Brunei might want to think twice after Amnesty International called on the country to halt plans to introduce “vicious” new punishments such as death by stoning for same-sex acts. Also set to be introduced next week is amputation for robbery. Rachel Chhoa-Howard, Amnesty International Brunei Researcher, said: “Brunei …

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Travel Portland signs on for City Runs’ London event

Travel Portland and Delta Air Lines have come on board as official partners of adidas City Runs – 1 Hour, organisers CSM Active have announced. Travel Portland and Delta Air Lines join adidas, Continental, Grenade, Vita Coco and Chipotle, among others, as official partners of London’s most innovative running event …

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