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.
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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.
Yunnan governor discusses trade, tourism with Ctg
Visiting governor of Yunnan province of China Wang Yubo on Sunday discussed with the government as to how they could open up new avenues of cooperation connecting the Chinese province and Bangladesh鈥� port city Chattogram in various sectors, including trade, medical, tourism and people-to-people connectivity...
Eid tourism losing charm
Eid is no longer just about returning to one鈥檚 ancestral home over time, Eid holidays have evolved into a significant period for domestic tourism...
Civil aviation ministry issues 10 directives to tackle price hike in airfares
In an effort to prevent an abnormal surge in airfares, the Civil Aviation and Tourism Ministry has issued ten directives aimed at regulating ticket sales and ensuring fair pricing for travelers...
Govt suspends tourist travel to St Martins for 9 months
Tourist travel to St Martin鈥檚, a coral-rich island located in Teknaf, Cox鈥檚 Bazar, will be suspended for nine months starting February 1, according to a decision from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Bangladesh seeks Chinese investment in tourism sectors
Bangladesh on Tuesday called on China to invest in its rapidly growing tourism sector at the China-Bangladesh Tourism Promotion Conference held on December 10, 2024, at the Bangladesh National Museum in Dhaka...
Overtourism in Cox鈥檚 Bazar
BANGLADESH is exceedingly proud of Cox鈥檚 Bazar, a tourist gem known for its longest uninterrupted sea beach with golden sands and turquoise waters. However, a brewing ecological and socio-economic crisis is below the surface of its attraction. A hot spot for millions of annual holidaymakers, the region is having to confront one aspect...
Locals block road demanding easing tourism restriction to St Martins
Several hundred residents of Saint Martins Island staged a protest in Cox鈥檚 Bazar on Tuesday, demanding easing of tourism restrictions and permission for overnight stays on the coral island...
DU students opposes restrictions on tourism in St Martin鈥檚
A Dhaka University-based student group on Wednesday debunked the idea that footfall of tourists is likely to destroy Saint Martin鈥檚 Island, the country鈥檚 only coral island, by 2045...
Sajek, Khagrachari open for visitors after month-long ban
The tourism restriction in Sajek valley and Khagrachari, imposed for over a month, was lifted on Tuesday...
No tourist access to St Martins聽in February
The government has announced that tourist access to Saint Martin鈥檚 Island will be suspended in February to protect the island鈥檚 fragile ecology and ensure environmental preservation.
Kotibarsha Parjatan Sambay Samiti observes World Tourism Day
Kotibarsha Parjatan Sambay Samiti Limited has recently observed the World Tourism 2024 with the theme 鈥楾ourism for Peace鈥� in Dinajpur.
Touhid for easing visa procedure to boost tourism
Foreign adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Monday laid special emphasis on simplifying the visa procedure for foreign tourists as part of a broader strategy to enhance the country鈥檚 tourism sector.
Biman felicitates passengers on World Tourism Day
Biman Bangladesh Airlines felicitated its passengers on the occasion of the World Tourism Day on Friday, said a press release.聽
Dhaka Regency arranges six-day fest marking World Tourism Day 2024
On the occasion of World Tourism Day 2024, Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort has organised six-day annual Tourism Fest 2024, a celebration of global tourism with exclusive offers and events across all its outlets, says a press release.
Bangladesh observes World Tourism Day 2024
Bangladesh observed 鈥榃orld Tourism Day 2024鈥� under the initiative of civil aviation and tourism ministry in alignment with global celebrations on Friday.
World Tourism Day today
The World Tourism Day will be celebrated in the country on Friday like elsewhere in the world with great enthusiasm vowing to engage more youth in the travel and leisure industry.
Bangladesh Biman offers discount on World Tourism Day
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is offering 15 per cent discount on various routes on the occasion of World Tourism Day celebrated on September 27, said a...
Tourism for peace-building
THE theme for World Tourism Day 2024 is 鈥楾ourism and Peace鈥� that highlights tourism鈥檚 significant role in promoting global understanding and harmony. With its young and...
Tour operators oppose licensing fees, VAT, cite threat to business
The Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh on Wednesday called on the government to cancel new deposit requirements and address inconsistencies in the Tour Operator and Tour Guide Act, 2024, warning that these measures could harm future of the tourism industry...
CAAB chairman pays courtesy call on MoCAT secretary
The Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh chairman air-vice-marshall Md Monjur Kabir Bhuiya on Monday paid a courtesy call on the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism secretary Nasreen Jahan at the ministry in Dhaka...
Asian tourism fair begins tomorrow
The 11th Asian Tourism Fair 2024 will kick off in Dhaka on Thursday to boost the tourism industry in Bangladesh...
Govt reconstitutes Biman board of directors
The interim government has reconstituted the board of directors of Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
300 tourists stranded in Sajek due to flash flood
At least 300 tourists have been stranded in Sajek due to the suspension of road communication caused by flash floods and torrential rains.
Tourism, heat cut Japan rice inventory to 21st century low
A tourism boom has helped cut Japan鈥檚 rice stockpile to the lowest this century as foreign visitors gobble up sushi, onigiri and other dishes with the staple, officials told AFP Wednesday...
Locals protest against tourism in Spain
People have been protesting in Spain against tourism claiming that locals are not benefiting from it, reported BBC...
Thailand to help Bangladesh develop tourism sector: Thai PM鈥檚 adviser
Nalinee Taveesin, adviser to Thai prime minister and Thailand trade representative, on Tuesday said that her country would provide necessary support to Bangladesh for the development of tourism sector...
Japan seeks more visitors despite overtourism woes
Japan鈥檚 tourism chief said Thursday its ambitious goal of luring 60 million foreign tourists a year 鈥� more than double the current level 鈥� is well...