Nepal seeks stronger tourism ties
Nepalese ambassador to Bangladesh Ghanshyam Bhandari has expressed hope for stronger tourism connectivity between Bangladesh and Nepal.
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13 individuals honored for contributions to tourism sector
The Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh, the leading trade body in the tourism industry, honored thirteen individuals for their outstanding contributions to Bangladesh鈥檚 tourism sector, according to a press release.
Saint Martin鈥檚 Island to reopen Saturday with eco-friendly restrictions
Saint Martin鈥檚 Island will reopen to tourists Saturday after remaining closed for nine months, with authorities imposing strict environmental regulations to protect its fragile ecosystem and biodiversity.
Tourism fair begins with hope of creating youth employment
Tourism experts said that tourism can generate employment for the youth and contribute to country鈥檚 GDP significantly if the sector is developed properly and the countries communication system is enhanced accordingly...
Int鈥檒 tourism fair begins tomorrow
The 13th edition of the Biman Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair 2025, the largest event in the country鈥檚 tourism industry, will kick off on Thursday with the participation of 12 countries at the Bangladesh-China Friendship International Conference Centre in the capital...
Demands grow for refund of taxes
Tourism businesses have long demanded that airlines refund the taxes passengers paid on unused non-refundable air tickets...
Unspoilt part of Portugal fears high-end tourism
Above the pine forests and dunes that stretch along the nearly deserted beaches of southwestern Portugal, cranes rise from building sites soon to be luxury hotels 鈥� a sign of the region鈥檚 contentious transformation into a playground for the wealthy...
Govt issues new rules to promote green tourism
The government has issued new guidelines to promote eco-friendly tourism on St Martin鈥檚 Island, aiming to preserve the island鈥檚 unique natural beauty, environment, and biodiversity...
Tourism Alliance Society holds roundtable
On the occasion of World Tourism Day, the Tourism Alliance Society organised a roundtable titled Tourism and Sustainable Transformation: Bangladesh Context at the Days Hotel in Dhaka on Sunday...
Biman joins World Tourism Day initiative
Under supervision of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, 鈥榃orld Tourism Day 2025鈥� was celebrated on Saturday, said a press release...
World Tourism Day observed in Bagerhat
The World Tourism Day was observed in the聽district with various arrangements under the theme 鈥楾ourism for Sustainable聽Development鈥�.聽
Tourism to be affordable, safe: adviser
The interim government is working to make tourism in Bangladesh safer, more enjoyable and affordable, said commerce and tourism adviser Sk Bashiruddin on Saturday.
World Tourism Day today
Chief adviser Muhammad Yunus on Friday called upon the younger generation to come forward to ensure the proper growth of the tourism industry.聽
Three-day tourism fair to start at Dhaka Regency tomorrow
Dhaka Regency Hotel and Resort is organising a three-day long Tourism Fair 2025, scheduled to be held in September 25鈥�27, every day from 4:00pm to 9:00pm at Grand Summit-2, Level 6...
Bangladesh needs to strengthen infra for eco-tourism: experts
Diplomats and tourism experts on Saturday called for strengthening the infrastructure in Bangladesh for eco-friendly tourism, saying that domestic tourism always promoted regional and international tourism.
Envoy touts Nepal鈥檚 tourism resilience at Dhaka fair
Nepalese ambassador to Bangladesh Ghanashyam Bhandari said that Nepal鈥檚 tourism industry had consistently shown resilience by recovering swiftly from various shocks, underlining the country鈥檚 enduring appeal as a travel destination.
Dhaka Regency inaugurate Tourism Fest 2025
With festive decor, live food counters, and a vibrant ambiance, Tourism Fest 2025 was inaugurated at Dhaka Regency鈥檚 rooftop restaurant Grill On The Skyline at 5:00pm on Wednesday, said a press release...
Bangladesh鈥檚 tourism sector reels from political, safety issues
Bangladesh鈥檚 tourism industry continues to lag behind its South Asian peers, with a decline reported in the business last year, apparently due to deterioration in political stability and law and order...
Govt seeks to build skilled manpower in tourism sector
National Skills Development Authority (NSDA) executive chairman (secretary) Nazneen Kausar Chowdhury on Monday said that the authority aims to integrate workers of the tourism and hospitality sector into decent and dignified employment through skills-based training and certification...
Adviser Bashir Uddin made Biman鈥檚 board of directors鈥� chairman
Adviser to the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism Sheikh Bashir Uddin has been appointed as chairman of the board of directors of Biman Bangladesh Airlines Limited...
Abu Taher new fisheries, livestock secy
The government promoted chief executive officer, additional secretary, of Bangladesh Tourism Board Abu Taher Muhammad Zaber to the rank of secretary...
Govt prioritising sustainable, green tourism: Adilur
Industries adviser Adilur Rahman Khan today said that the interim government has been prioritising sustainable and green tourism by taking various initiatives to strike a balance between economic growth, environmental protection, and cultural conservation...
Tourism boom sparks backlash in Athens
Surrounded by a hubbub of blaring music, restaurant terraces and rumbling suitcase wheels slaloming between overflowing litter bins, Giorgos Zafeiriou believes surging tourism has made his historic Athens neighbourhood unrecognisable...
Egypt grand museum delay puts tourism hopes on hold
In the shadow of the Grand Egyptian Museum, souvenir shop owner Mona has been readying for the tourist boom she hoped the long-awaited opening would bring 鈥� now once again out of reach...
UK music tourism hits record 拢10b in 2024
Music tourism contributed a record 拢10 billion ($13.8 billion) to the UK economy last year as fans flocked to live shows by Taylor Swift and other big acts, industry data from UK Music revealed Tuesday.
Sylhet needs more focus for tourism: Naser
Despite having diverse natural environment and scenic places as well as many resorts and tourist spots, tourism in Sylhet region cannot fully flourish because of absence of proper infrastructural facilities and easy communication system.
Bangladesh, Nepal keen to deepen bilateral travel ties
Bangladesh and Nepal have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cross-border tourism and enhancing people-to-people connectivity....
Nepal seeks better tourism ties
Nepalese ambassador to Bangladesh Ghanshyam Bhandari has underscored the importance of tourism and people-to-people connectivity in advancing bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Nepal...
3-month ban on fishing, tourism in Sundarban begins June 1
Fishing in rivers and canals will be banned and tourist entry will also be prohibited from June 1 to August 31 in the Sundarbans to boost the breeding of fish and wildlife.
Govt honours Biman crew for safe landing after mid-air wheel loss
The Civil Aviation and Tourism Ministry on Monday honoured the captain, first officer and a cabin crew member of a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight for their professionalism and composure in safely landing an aircraft after one of its rear wheels detached mid-air.
