News: Culture

New Summit launched to tackle global challenges of culture and heritage in tourism

The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage is launching a dynamic new leadership summit to help grapple with major challenges and opportunities of culture and heritage in…

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Jun 29, 2023 Culture / Events / Tourism /

 
 

Co-artistic directors selected for South Korea’s Busan Biennale 2024

Busan Metropolitan City and the Busan Biennale Organizing Committee have announced the selection of Philippe Pirotte and Vera Mey as co-artistic directors of Busan Biennale 2024. Following…

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Jun 28, 2023 Arts / Culture / Events /

 
 

Construction begins on AlUla’s Sharaan Resort and International Summit Centre

Designed to be an exclusive tourist experience with respect for the environment and harmonious integration within a grandiose landscapes, The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has begun…

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Jun 8, 2023 Culture / Environment / Hospitality / Tourism /

 
 

Looking to deter disrespectful tourists Bali authorities to advise visitors of ‘dos and don’ts’

In the wake of a number of incidents of foreign visitors to Bali behaving inappropriately, authorities on the Indonesian island are to issue a card listing of 12 ‘dos’ and eight…

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May 31, 2023 Culture / Legal / Tourism /

 
 

Spotlight on Chengdu for pandas and 31st Summer World University Games

While Chengdu - the capital city of Southwest China's Sichuan province, is known as the hometown of giant pandas, it is also set to impress the world with its hosting of the 31st Summer…

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May 28, 2023 Attractions / Culture / Education / Events / Sport /

 
 

Ho Chi Minh City roadshow promotes Vietnamese tourism in Australia

With Vietnam looking to return international tourism to pre-pandemic levels the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism is currently hosting a series of promotional events on…

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May 17, 2023 Culture / Events / Marketing / Tourism /

 
 

Adelaide Festival Centre and National Gallery Singapore partner in five year creative collaboration   

Adelaide Festival Centre and National Gallery Singapore have entered into a five year agreement for creative collaboration and cultural exchange. National Gallery Singapore is a leading…

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May 8, 2023 Arts / Culture / Entertainment / Venues /

 
 

Global Village in Dubai records its highest ever visitor number

Global Village in Dubai has announced that its Season 27 welcomed more than nine million guests over its 188-day run marking its highest ever visitor number. Global Village Season 27…

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May 4, 2023 ByKaren Sweaney Attractions / Culture / Entertainment / Events / Tourism /

 
 

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