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The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, were adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that by 2030 all people enjoy peace and prosperity.

U.S, Feb. 19 -- The "unfavorable global context" has rendered the 2030 target for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) unachievable, according to a UN report. Although considerable progress has ... Read More


Marriott International signed an agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company that will introduce Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts to the shores of Zanzibar in 2025.

U.S, Feb. 19 -- The new Le Meridien Zanzibar Resort will feature 75 guestrooms. "Zanzibar continues to grow as a sought-after leisure destination and we are committed to continuing to support the ove... Read More


Japan's GDP by the end of 2023 amounted to $4.2 trillion, while Germany's GDP reached $4.5 trillion in dollar terms.

U.S, Feb. 17 -- According to the latest official data, Japan has lost its position as the world's third largest economy after unexpectedly falling into recession at the end of last year. As of now, Ge... Read More


Peaceful St. Vincent and Grenadines is also a dangerous tourism destination for some visitors. Gays could now face 10 years in prison.

U.S, Feb. 17 -- A controversial law that was on the books but usually not enforced in St. Vincent and the Grenadines has been confirmed by the country's top court today. Chances it will be enforced s... Read More


The US State Department recently raised the travel alert level for Jamaica. This has caused confusion for the essential travel and tourism industry in Jamaica, but also in the United States.

U.S, Feb. 17 -- US Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to Kingston, Jamaica, and Belmopan, Belize from February 19-23, 2024, to advance bi... Read More


PRO BASEBALL TEAM GIVES BACK WITH TRAINING SESSION FOR GUAM TEENS

U.S, Feb. 16 -- Coaches of South Korea's professional baseball team, the Lotte Giants, in partnership with the Guam Department of Parks and Recreation, held a one-time baseball skills training session... Read More


The Tax situation for the US Hospitality industry is changing. Consumer preferences change. Through it all, people travel if they can, how they can, where they can.

U.S, Feb. 16 -- During the height of the pandemic, once travel was permitted, many shirked hotels and flocked to short-term rentals. Travelers shunned cities and visited beaches, islands, mountains - ... Read More


Saudi Arabia reached its target of 100 million tourists (domestic + international) in 2023. 150 million visitors is the new target by 2030.

U.S, Feb. 15 -- The Public Investment Fund (PIF) Private Sector Forum is an event that connects the PIF, its portfolio companies, and the Saudi Arabian private sector. The forum aims to accelerate eco... Read More


For the first time in Thailand, dozens of mosques across Bangkok will open their doors for public visitation over the Eid Ul Fitr holiday around 9-10 April, the biggest Islamic event that follows the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.

U.S, Feb. 15 -- The project is designed to build peace, harmony, friendship, and multicultural awareness, for the benefit of the Thai people, expatriate residents, and foreign tourists. Initiated by ... Read More


The Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) visit Nagano and Tokyo in Japan.

U.S, Feb. 15 -- On February 6th, the Guam Visitors Bureau paid a courtesy visit to the Mayor of Nagano, Kenji Ogiwara. The visit came after a recent meeting with the U.S. Embassy in Japan where talks ... Read More