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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

BTS Visitor Numbers Fall Short of Predictions... Was the Mobilization of Public Officials Appropriate?

The BTS concert in Gwanghwamun was heavily staffed by public officials, yet attendance fell below expectations, raising concerns about the adequacy of public resource mobilization.

Mar 22 • 06:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

“Move Aside, Louvre” - The National Museum of Korea Attracts 6.5 Million Visitors Annually

The National Museum of Korea, through innovative communication strategies by curators, has seen a surge in visitor numbers, rivalling major international museums like the Louvre.

Mar 20 • 22:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Has Trump's dream finally shattered? A complete knockdown from the skull site

An article discussing the perceived futility of Donald Trump’s hopes for a Nobel Peace Prize, reflected by visitor sentiments at the Nobel Peace Prize museum in Oslo.

Mar 20 • 17:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Santa Therezinha Maternity Hospital Restricts Visits After Increase in Covid and Influenza Cases

Santa Therezinha Maternity Hospital in Brazil has implemented visitor restrictions due to a rise in Covid-19 and influenza cases.

Mar 19 • 21:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

24th National Park Geumjeongsan: Can It Achieve Biodiversity and Attract More Visitors?

The article discusses the recent designation of Geumjeongsan as South Korea's 24th national park and its potential to balance biodiversity with increased visitor attraction.

Mar 19 • 03:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Tourism operators fear impact of rising fuel costs on WA visitor numbers

Tourism operators in Western Australia are concerned that increasing fuel prices could lead to a decline in visitor numbers during the Easter school holidays.

Mar 18 • 21:34 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Consumption of 3.5 trillion won in national parks in 2025...82,000 won per person

In 2025, visitors to 23 national parks in South Korea are projected to spend a total of 3.5 trillion won, averaging 82,000 won per person.

Mar 18 • 03:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Lieutenant Colonel Husband of Deceased PM Receives Visitor After Arrest Request in Interior of SP

Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Leite Rosa Neto, husband of a deceased police officer, was seen receiving a visitor amid ongoing investigations and a request for his arrest by the Civil Police in São Paulo.

Mar 17 • 22:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

INTERVIEW: World-famous playwright: Donald Trump is a bad man

Interview with renowned American writer and screenwriter Jeff Baron, who criticizes Donald Trump and discusses his successful play "Mr. Green's Visitor."

Mar 17 • 14:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Leading European Museum Says: Enough. More Restrictions for Tourists

The Prado Museum in Madrid announces new visitor restrictions to maintain manageable crowd levels following a record surge of tourists in the past year.

Mar 17 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Good Morning Britain hit with complaints as star left 'really angry' live on air

Good Morning Britain received multiple complaints after a star expressed frustration live on air regarding weather app forecasts impacting visitor numbers at Chester Zoo.

Mar 17 • 07:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Guests 'love every minute' of award-winning holiday parks after multi-million makeover

Parkdean Resorts has transformed its Vauxhall Holiday Park in Norfolk and Highfield Grange in Essex with a £10 million renovation to enhance visitor experience.

Mar 17 • 04:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Omniva is closing the Kvartali post office in Tartu: visitor numbers have dropped by a quarter over the year

Omniva is set to close the Kvartali post office in Tartu on May 6 due to a significant drop in visitor numbers, shifting consumer preference towards parcel machines.

Mar 16 • 16:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Perhaps the worst mistake a swimming pool visitor can make: "It worries me the most"

Elina Lähdeaho, the cleaning manager of sports halls, emphasizes the importance of washing swimwear at home after using drying machines to avoid bacteria.

Mar 16 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Prado Museum reduces the maximum number of members per visitor group from 30 to 20

The Prado Museum has decreased the maximum number of visitors per group to enhance visitor experience amid record attendance.

Mar 16 • 10:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

From a Pulsating Metropolis to a City of Ghosts? Popular Places in Dubai Have Emptied

The article discusses the striking decline in visitor numbers to popular locations in Dubai, prompting concerns about the city's vibrancy.

Mar 16 • 10:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Sokcho, Gangwon has the Highest Competitiveness for Visiting Decreasing Population Areas"... 150,000 Won Per Person Card Use

Sokcho, Gangwon, reported a leading average credit card expenditure of 150,000 won per visitor, indicating its strong competitiveness as a destination in areas facing population decline.

Mar 15 • 07:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

The bar visitor kicked a police officer in the center of Kaunas

A drunk man in Kaunas kicked a police officer in an attempt to evade arrest for a public order offense.

Mar 15 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The watermill is being restored in the archaeological site of Gortyn

The Greek Ministry of Culture is restoring the watermill at the archaeological site of Gortyn to function as an open museum, part of broader restoration efforts for the Roman complex and visitor infrastructure.

Mar 14 • 06:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Tourism in the Region: 'Cooperation is highly emphasized in tourism'

Tourism has become a crucial economic sector in Dachau, Germany, with significant visitor numbers driven by the city's memorial site and increasing regional tourism.

Mar 13 • 15:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK's best beaches in spring that are the sunniest and warmest — full list

A ranking of the best beaches in the UK for spring based on weather and visitor feedback has been released, with Cuckmere Haven at the top.

Mar 13 • 03:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall and tour guides discuss new routine for receiving excursions

A meeting between the City Hall and local tour guides in Rio das Ostras aims to improve the organization and quality of visitor reception for tourist excursions.

Mar 13 • 03:02 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Sikome Aquatic Facility receives upgrades ahead of 2026 season

The Sikome Aquatic Facility in Calgary is undergoing major renovations for the first time since its opening in the late 1970s, with upgrades scheduled to enhance visitor experience ahead of the 2026 season.

Mar 11 • 17:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

American buys 19 meal deals from Tesco, M&S and Sainsbury's but makes huge error

An American visitor to the UK attempts to adapt to British culture by sampling 19 different meal deals but faces social media ridicule for one grave mistake.

Mar 11 • 13:57 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Countermeasures against overtourism doubled to 100 regions: The Japan Tourism Agency presents a revised basic plan

The Japan Tourism Agency plans to expand its strategy for addressing overtourism from 47 to 100 regions while maintaining goals for visitor numbers and spending.

Mar 11 • 10:08 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

A fox was jealous of Tentoglou and went for training at OAKA

An unexpected visitor, a fox, was spotted at the OAKA training facility during the track and field athletes' training, particularly enjoying the long jump pit.

Mar 9 • 19:55 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

View of the Femern project attracts thousands to Pilen

The tourist attraction Pilen in Rødbyhavn, Denmark, has seen significant visitor numbers since opening, largely due to its views of the ongoing Femern tunnel construction.

Mar 9 • 15:47 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Pay per view: Victoria wants to charge visitors to see the Twelve Apostles – will it become like Stonehenge?

The Victorian government plans to introduce visitor fees for the Twelve Apostles to manage overtourism and protect the environment, raising concerns about the commercialization of natural landmarks.

Mar 9 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Biathlon fans came, cheered, and saunaed - The Kontiolahti World Cup exceeded its visitor goals

The biathlon World Cup event in Kontiolahti, Finland, attracted over 18,000 spectators over four days, surpassing attendance expectations and boosting the local bid for the 2031 World Championships.

Mar 9 • 10:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Colorado, Texas, California, Illinois, New York, and Florida unite in a new national park pass program to boost tourism in the U.S.

A collaborative initiative among several U.S. states aims to promote tourism and volunteer engagement in national parks amidst rising visitor numbers and environmental pressures.

Mar 8 • 20:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Town Loved by Lafcadio Hearn: Tracing His Footsteps in Yaizu Where He Spent Six Summers

The article discusses Lafcadio Hearn's deep connection to the town of Yaizu, Japan, where he spent six summers and enjoys renewed interest with increased visitor numbers to a memorial museum dedicated to him.

Mar 8 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Tourists are flooding Japan's famous places. Have they reached their limit?

Japan is grappling with the effects of overtourism as visitor numbers surge post-COVID, leading to concerns over sustainability and the experience of both tourists and locals.

Mar 6 • 19:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Las Vegas tourism plummets as officials consider $6M plan to win back Canadian visitors

Las Vegas officials are contemplating a $6 million marketing initiative over five years aimed at reviving tourism from Canada amid declining visitor numbers.

Mar 6 • 18:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Stomach virus cases again reported in Urho Kekkonen National Park – Metsähallitus requests disease information in visitor books

Urho Kekkonen National Park has reported three cases of stomach virus this week, prompting Metsähallitus to remind hikers about hygiene as the spring hiking season begins.

Mar 6 • 16:36 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Major city doubles its visitor tax to become one of highest amid overtourism concerns

Barcelona, Spain has nearly doubled its hotel guest tax in response to overtourism concerns and local overcrowding issues.

Mar 6 • 15:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Antalya: We don't want more tourists. We want the ones we have to spend more

Antalya, a major Mediterranean resort, is shifting its focus from increasing tourist numbers to boosting revenue per visitor.

Mar 6 • 13:25 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Saint Peter's Basilica in the Vatican – 400 Years

A new online booking system will be launched at Saint Peter's Basilica to reduce visitor wait times as the landmark celebrates 400 years since its completion.

Mar 6 • 04:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Jalapão: An Off-road Adventure in the Cerrado About to be Reached by Asphalt

Jalapão, a natural jewel in Brazil, is experiencing increased visitor numbers but remains largely remote and accessed primarily through specialized tours.

Mar 5 • 02:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Linnanmäki made a big change to prices - Here’s why

Linnanmäki amusement park introduces a new five-euro Area Ticket for entry, which was previously free, aiming to enhance visitor experience.

Mar 4 • 15:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Big change at Linnanmäki – Entrance fee

Linnanmäki amusement park in Finland will introduce a new entrance fee in 2026, along with various ticket types, to enhance visitor experience.

Mar 4 • 07:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Debate | Should Museums Limit the Number of Visitors?

The article discusses whether museums should limit visitor numbers to enhance the quality of the experience amidst rising mass tourism.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Boca, facing the challenge of winning as a visitor to sustain an increasingly urgent cycle of victories

Boca Juniors struggles to achieve away victories, having not won in their last 50 away matches, raising concerns about the team's performance.

Mar 3 • 18:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Tourists in Lapland Discover the Korouoma Gorge and Now a Wilderness Hotel is Being Planned for the Area

Tourists flock to the Korouoma Gorge in Lapland, prompting discussions about establishing a wilderness hotel to accommodate the growing visitor numbers.

Mar 3 • 14:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andrew's unexpected visitor after King Charles' strict Sandringham rules

Prince Andrew received an unexpected visit from Lord Chamberlain Richard Benyon while living under strict rules at the Sandringham estate.

Mar 3 • 12:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Exhibition 'Everything Forgotten': 'Suddenly, 'Jewish' Was Very Negatively Connoted'

The Jewish Museum Vienna is hosting an exhibition titled 'Everything Forgotten' that addresses themes of memory and forgetfulness amidst a decline in visitor numbers.

Mar 2 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Warming at the Coast Presents Challenges: Visitors to Olando Kepurė Are Urged to Be Cautious

The recent warming trend in the Pajūrio region has led to ground landslides at the Olando Kepurė cliffs, prompting authorities to issue warnings for visitor safety.

Mar 2 • 14:48 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Last Judgment by Michelangelo at the Vatican, restored to regain its brilliance

The Last Judgment fresco by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel is undergoing significant restoration to remove a white film caused by visitor perspiration.

Mar 2 • 08:40 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Banić and Koić: Is the flower of the Jasenovac myth blooming?

Analysts Mladen Koić and Nikola Banić discuss declining visitor numbers to the Jasenovac Memorial Area in 2025, reflecting on political influences and the myth surrounding Jasenovac.

Mar 1 • 21:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

12 million tourists visit: will the cocktail of beaches, sun, and palm trees in the Dominican Republic still work?

The Dominican Republic's tourism growth has slowed despite record visitor numbers, prompting concern about its ability to attract more foreign tourists, especially from France.

Mar 1 • 20:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Less Beer, More High Culture and Billions: Prague is Rewriting Its Tourist Story

Prague's tourism narrative is shifting towards high culture and away from heavy drinking, reflecting a change in visitor demographics and preferences.

Mar 1 • 16:05 UTC

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