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☆ Tourism in Spain is booming, despite protests that included spraying visitors with water guns
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Kelsey Vlamis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Spain's tourism is still booming, with record numbers of international visitors. A travel industry expert said mass protests are unlikely on their own to deter travelers. AdvertisementProtesters in Spain staged massive demonstrations against overtourism this year that made headlines worldwide — especially after spraying tourists in Barcelona with water guns. The tourism protests intensified in April when an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 people in the Canary Islands demanded tourism limits be enacted. The protests, however, could impact government policy in a way that may help curb or better manage tourism in the future, Eylon said.

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☆ A full economic recovery in Asheville and Tampa ravaged by Milton and Helene may happen faster than you think
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Elisabeth Buchwald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

New York CNN —The economic successes of Asheville, North Carolina and Tampa, Florida, have been the envy of many cities across the United States. Will the economies in hard-hit areas like Asheville and Tampa ever fully recover from the hurricanes? Economic activity plunged in the immediate months following Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, Hurricane Harvey in Houston and Hurricane Irma in Columbia, South Carolina. But within one year after those hurricanes, among the costliest in the US in the last 20 years, economic activity rebounded to levels similar to or greater than before the hurricanes. People could similarly leave parts of Florida if home and flood insurance rates, which have gone up significantly in recent years, continue to jump post Helene and Milton, Kamins told CNN.

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☆ The SBA can't help business owners hit by Helene, Milton until Congress comes back post-election
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Catherine Boudreau | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

The Small Business Administration ran out of funding for its disaster loan program on October 15. The lapse could slow recovery efforts by small businesses damaged by hurricanes Helene, Milton. The Small Business Administration said on October 15 that its disaster loan program had run out of money. In the meantime, Biden administration officials and business leaders are encouraging people to fill out applications for SBA disaster loans. Are you a business owner, homeowner, or renter affected by the SBA's pause in disaster loans?

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☆ Italy makes it illegal to seek surrogacy abroad
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

ROME — Italy’s parliament made it illegal on Wednesday for couples to go abroad to have a baby via surrogacy — a project of Prime Minister’s Giorgia Meloni party which activists say is meant to target same-sex partners. The upper house Senate voted into law a bill proposed by Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party by 84 votes to 58. “Motherhood is absolutely unique, it absolutely cannot be surrogated, and it is the foundation of our civilization,” Brothers of Italy senator Lavinia Mennuni said during the parliamentary debate. “We want to uproot the phenomenon of surrogacy tourism.”Earlier this year, Meloni called surrogacy an "inhuman" practice that treated children as supermarket products, echoing a position expressed by the Catholic Church. Here instead you are sent to jail... if you don’t have children in the traditional way,” Franco Grillini, a long-time activist for LGBTQ rights in Italy, told Reuters at the demonstration.

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☆ Why this man swapped San Francisco for Colombia
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Tamara Hardingham-Gill | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +13 min

CNN —After spending several years building a life he loved in San Francisco, Jason Bennett, originally from the Bay Area, had every intention of remaining in the Californian city for good. At the same time, he realized that he was mostly returning to San Francisco because he felt that was what was expected of him. “The (Colombian) culture is so kind, they don’t really like to say, ‘No,’” he says. “And I don’t ever want to come across as like I’m shading San Francisco or the United States in general. Since choosing to relocate to Colombia, Bennett has noticed a considerable change in his overall wellbeing and says he couldn’t be happier with how things have turned out.

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☆ The most haunted home in every US state
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Business Insider identified haunted homes in every US state via various paranormal sighting reports. The haunted homes industry in the US reportedly checks in at least $300 million annually. In America, haunted homes are not only a staple of the spooky season; they can be highly lucrative and raise a town's profile as a tourist destination. To find the most haunted home in every state, Business Insider considered properties that are known locally for their spooky occurrences or ghost sightings, or ones with horrifying backstories. From abandoned mansions to historic hotels, here's where the spookiest haunted home is hiding in every US state.

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☆ Italy makes it illegal for couples to have a baby by surrogacy overseas
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Rome Reuters —Italy’s parliament made it illegal on Wednesday for couples to go abroad to have a baby via surrogacy — a pet project of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s party which activists say is meant to target same-sex partners. Since taking office in 2022, Meloni has pursued a highly conservative social agenda, looking to promote what she sees as traditional family values, making it progressively harder for LGBTQ couples to become legal parents. The upper house Senate voted into law a bill proposed by Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party by 84 votes to 58. “We want to uproot the phenomenon of surrogacy tourism.”Earlier this year, Meloni called surrogacy an ‘inhuman’ practice that treated children as supermarket products, echoing a position expressed by the Catholic Church. Rainbow Families President Alessia Crocini said 90% of Italians who choose surrogacy are heterosexual couples but they mostly do so in secret, meaning the new ban would de facto affect only gay couples who cannot hide it.

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☆ A second Sphere venue announced, this one for Abu Dhabi
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Marnie Hunter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Abu Dhabi is set to become the next location to showcase multimedia entertainment in the unique spherical structure, the Sphere Entertainment Co. and Abu Dhabi tourism officials announced on Tuesday. The planned venue aligns with the capital of the United Arab Emirates’ Tourism Strategy 2030 aimed at “further establishing Abu Dhabi as a vibrant hub for culture and innovation,” said H.E. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, in a news release. The partnership for the second installment, between Abu Dhabi tourism officials and Sphere Entertainment, is “subject to finalization of definitive agreements,” the news release said. It would involve a “franchise initiation fee” paid to Sphere Entertainment for the right to build the venue.

Persons: ”, Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, we’re, ” Al Mubarak, CNN’s Brandon Griggs Organizations: CNN, Sphere Entertainment, United, Department of Culture, Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture, Tourism Locations: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Tourism Abu Dhabi, Las Vegas, Vegas

☆ A La Niña winter is coming. Here’s what that could mean for the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Mary Gilbert | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

La Niña isn’t here yet, but has a 60% chance of emerging through November, according to the Climate Prediction Center. While it’s still unclear just how strong La Niña will get, current forecasts favor a weaker one. That outlook could be change when the center releases its latest forecast on Thursday based on trends toward a weaker La Niña. CNN WeatherThis is due to the behavior of the jet stream — essentially a river of air that storms flow through — which often shifts north during a La Niña winter. La Niña had a hand in the extremely wet winter much of the state endured from December 2022 to February 2023 and during the wet winter before that.

Persons: it’s, El Niño, El, Niño, Emily Becker, ” Becker, Niña, It’s Organizations: CNN, El, Northern, La, University of Miami, Dakotas, Niña Locations: United States, Northeast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, East Coast, Plains, Northern California, Southern California

When it comes to overtourism, don't blame the travelers, said Randy Durband, CEO of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Rather, it's "lack of management," he told "Squawk Box Asia" Monday. From marketing to managingDestination marketing organizations "must change the 'M' in DMO from marketing to management," Durband told CNBC before the interview. "This is the great awakening that needs to take place, that government needs to understand — tourism is a sector that needs management," he said. Managing tourism 'flows'Managing visitor flows is a strategy that is fast-gaining ground to mitigate overtourism.

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☆ Prague bans bar crawls to discourage ‘drunk’ tourists
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Francesca Street | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Prague, a city as famous for its beer as its historic architecture, is set to ban late-night bar crawls, seeking to end its reputation as a party destination. Prague’s deputy mayor, Jiri Pospisil, said the city wants to discourage tourists who come “for a short time only to get drunk” in favor of “a more cultured, wealthier tourist,” according to the AFP news agency. The news, announced on Monday, follows complaints from residents in Prague 1, the city’s historic district – home to the UNESCO-protected Old Town Square, Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge – over noise caused by rowdy pub crawls. Prague joins many cities across Europe that have been pushing back against tourists in recent months. Officials in Venice, Italy recently limited tour group sizes to 25 people and banned megaphones, while Barcelona’s mayor plans to end apartment rentals for tourists by 2028.

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☆ Macao's next leader wants to wean economy off gambling
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Dylan Butts | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Slated to become the next leader of Macao, Sam Hou Fai wants to steer China's special administrative region further away from its heavy reliance on gaming and gambling. Formerly Macao's top judge, Sam was elected Macao's next leader in an uncontested vote on Sunday. In the lead-up to his selection, the 62-year-old identified the diversification of Macao as an urgent issue to address. He added he would consider creating public funds to promote the development of emerging industries outside gaming and gambling. However, that reliance backfired during the Covid-19 pandemic when the gambling and gaming industries took major hits from border closures and social distancing policies.

Persons: Sam Hou Fai, Sam, Macao's, Ho Iat Seng, wouldn't, Seng Organizations: Trade, Beijing Locations: China, Macao, Greater China, Beijing

☆ Expect more protests against mass tourism in Spain, organizers say
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailExpect more protests against mass tourism in Spain, organizers sayTourist arrivals to Spain increased following anti-tourism protests this year. But Barcelona organizers say protests are one step in a larger plan to reduce tourism in the city, reports CNBC's Monica Pitrelli.

Persons: CNBC's Monica Pitrelli Locations: Spain, Barcelona

On July 6, thousands of anti-tourism protesters marched through the streets of Barcelona, shouting: "Tourists go home!" Tourists caught in the crossfire of Barcelona's July protest — some of whom endured water guns and confrontations caught on tape — may not be inclined to return. And the top three most popular destinations were the very spots where protesters staged marches this year. A spokesperson for Barcelona's City Council told CNBC Travel that managing the city's tourism is one its main priorities since it is "reaching a limit with 17 million visitors per year." 'Winning the struggle'Despite claims that an influx of summer tourists humiliated protesters, Rivacoba said they are enthusiastic.

Persons: —, Skift, Booking.com, Daniel Pardo Rivacoba, Josep Lago, Rivacoba, Clara Margais, touristification, Marc Asensio, overtourism, Paco Freire Organizations: Spain's National Statistics Institute, Mallorca —, Catalonia —, CNBC, Mallorca, Neighbourhoods, Tourism Degrowth, Afp, Getty, CNBC Travel, Management, Barcelona's City Council, America's, Nurphoto Locations: Barcelona, Spain, Catalonia, Andalusia, Mallorca, Barcelona's, Spanish

☆ Overtourism isn't the problem — it's 'lack of management' by cities, says sustainable travel expert
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailOvertourism isn't the problem — it's 'lack of management' by cities, says sustainable travel expertTravel demand is here to stay, so cities need to transition from marketing to managing tourism to avoid problems associated with overtourism, Randy Durban, CEO of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council told CNBC's "Squawk Box Asia" Monday.

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☆ GSTC CEO: Barcelona tourists and locals face 'unique' clash
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailGSTC CEO: Barcelona tourists and locals face 'unique' clashRandy Durband, CEO of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, talks about the anti-tourism protests in Barcelona and tried-and-true strategies authorities can implement to mitigate overtourism.

Persons: Randy Durband Organizations: Sustainable Tourism Council Locations: Barcelona

The group, calling itself Riverfolk Rescue, has since grown to nearly 200 volunteers who are reaching isolated communities, dropping off supplies and shoveling mud across western North Carolina. Sarah Beth Neal, bottom, with Riverfolk Rescue volunteers. The group’s team in Florida is still assessing the situation there, but local responders so far appeared to have things handled, Neal said. Vast quantities of reddish-brown mud are an added obstacle, said Alexander Smith, a Riverfolk Rescue volunteer. Riverfolk Rescue vehicles drive under a downed tree.

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He’s lived through many storms in his 30 years on Longboat Key, but Bob Parrish said he’s never before seen the level of destruction that Hurricane Helene blew into town a little more than two weeks ago. It also brought a double whammy of destruction from two major hurricanes to a string of islands and their residents who were still rebuilding from Hurricane Ian in 2022. Honestly, I only cried a little bit after Milton because I cried so much after Helene. Even before Helene and Milton brought the one-two punch, Rodocker was still reeling from Hurricane Debby’s path of destruction in August. “It was like a right, a left and an undercut.”Marco Island, seen here on Sept. 26, was badly flooded by Hurricane Helene.

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☆ Flooded roads, worried passengers, and no income: Florida Uber and Lyft drivers share their experiences on the road before and after Hurricane Milton
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | Jacob Zinkula | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Uber and Lyft drivers in Florida saw gas shortages and obstructed roads before and after Milton. After making landfall in Florida, Hurricane Milton caused at least 14 deaths and left millions without power. In the days preceding the storm, some Uber and Lyft drivers went from transporting beachgoers to helping residents flee their communities — before eventually fleeing themselves. Related storiesTrent T., 50, drives independently for his own transportation company and for Uber and Lyft in South Florida. Are you an Uber or Lyft driver in a hurricane-impacted area who's willing to share your story?

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☆ China’s censorship is among the toughest in the world. So why did it let Kanye West play?
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Chris Lau | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

Hong Kong CNN —It seemed like an unlikely stage for Kanye West to unveil his new music. Music fans cheer during Kanye West's Vultures Listening Experience at Wuyuan River Stadium on September 15, 2024. One of the fastest-growing in the world, China’s music market became the fifth-largest market globally in 2022, according to IFPI, a trade body for the recorded music industry. China’s recorded music revenues grew 28.4% in 2022 from the year prior, compared with the global market rise of 9%, IFPI said. Bieber “engaged in a series of bad behaviors, both in his social life and during a previous performance in China,” China’s Ministry of Culture announced in 2015, without going into details.

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☆ Insider Today: Hallways are disappearing
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Joi-Marie Mckenzie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

This post originally appeared in the Insider Today newsletter. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. More of this week's top reads:AdvertisementThe Insider Today team: Dan DeFrancesco, deputy editor and anchor, in New York City.

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☆ African leaders say elephants need to die for food. Critics says it’s cruel and won’t work
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Laura Paddison | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

CNN —Drought is now so bad in parts of southern Africa that governments say they must kill hundreds of their most captivating, majestic wild animals to feed desperately hungry people. In August, Namibia announced it had embarked on a cull of 723 animals, including 83 elephants, 30 hippos and 300 zebras. Crops have failed, livestock has died and nearly 70 million people are desperately in need of food. They say it’s the opposite: reducing numbers will help protect remaining animals as the drought shrinks food and water resources. Both Namibia and Zimbabwe say professional hunters will ensure entire groups are killed to prevent this.

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☆ Airfares to this glamorous beach destination just got cheaper
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Maureen O'Hare | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —In travel news this week: fat bears, hungry raccoons, an R-rated flight movie mishap and the best-value air travel destinations for Americans in the year ahead. Top of the list is the Mediterranean resort city of Nice, a much-loved playground for visitors to the French Riviera. Fares to the city fell by 27% in the first half of 2024, compared with the same period the year before. Fares to its capital, Rabat, have dropped by 24%, meaning you’ll have more to spend when you get there. Rounding out the top five is a US domestic destination: Fargo, North Dakota (-24%).

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☆ Rich people are obsessed with longevity. Luxury hotels are cashing in by charging guests up to $40,000 for IV drips and MRIs before they hit the pool.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Luxury hotels are offering guests longevity packages that can cost tens of thousands of dollars. AdvertisementFrom offering guests IV drips for hangovers to personalized nutrition programs and full-body MRIs, luxury hotels are upping their wellness game — and wealthy Americans are ready for it. "It's astounding the speed in which a new focus on longevity is rewriting the wellness market," she said. AdvertisementThe global wellness market — which encompasses beauty, healthy eating, spas, wellness tourism, personalized medicine, and more — was valued at $5.6 trillion in 2022, up from $3.4 trillion in 2013, according to the Global Wellness Institute. Luxury hotels want to cash in on the longevity trendBlink and you'll miss an announcement for a new longevity-themed program.

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☆ I ski in Aspen at the same time every year. I've found the perfect travel dates to make trips cheaper and more fun.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Latifah Al-Hazza | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I ski in Aspen every year and always prefer to go early in the season. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! One of my favorite places to ski is Aspen. So, instead of waiting for the height of ski season in January and February, I typically head to Aspen Mountain (Ajax) and Snowmass at the beginning of December, sometimes days after their lifts open. Hitting the slopes early in the season has helped me make the most of the iconic ski spot.

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