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United Kingdom tourism races past 45 million visitors as cross-Channel travel with Belgium grows
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United Kingdom tourism races past 45 million visitors as cross-Channel travel with Belgium grows

In 2024, I showed Oscar from Denver, Colorado the highlights of London. It was his first … United Kingdom tourism races past 45 million visitors as cross-Channel travel with Belgium growsRead more

by Timothy•20 June 202630 June 2026•97
ITALY | More than 185 million visitors as tourism surges 7.1% in record year 2025
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ITALY | More than 185 million visitors as tourism surges 7.1% in record year 2025

Italy’s tourism industry reached another historic milestone in 2025, with more than 185 million arrivals recorded … ITALY | More than 185 million visitors as tourism surges 7.1% in record year 2025Read more

by Timothy•2 June 20263 June 2026•97
Will China invade Taiwan? Belgian expert weighs in on travel and tensions
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Will China invade Taiwan? Belgian expert weighs in on travel and tensions

Taiwan remains one of the safest destinations for Belgian travellers, according to the latest update from … Will China invade Taiwan? Belgian expert weighs in on travel and tensionsRead more

by Timothy•5 May 20264 May 2026•22
Belgian Foreign Minister calls for renewed dialogue and cooperation with Hong Kong
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Belgian Foreign Minister calls for renewed dialogue and cooperation with Hong Kong

Belgian Minister for Foreign Affairs Maxime Prévot (Les Engagés) has called for a revival of dialogue … Belgian Foreign Minister calls for renewed dialogue and cooperation with Hong KongRead more

by Timothy•28 April 202628 April 2026•7
Taiwan tourism rebounds, Belgian market recovers, but cost pressures and geopolitical risks shape outlook
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Taiwan tourism rebounds, Belgian market recovers, but cost pressures and geopolitical risks shape outlook

International tourism to Taiwan is continuing its steady recovery from the COVID-19 collapse, with visitor numbers … Taiwan tourism rebounds, Belgian market recovers, but cost pressures and geopolitical risks shape outlookRead more

by Timothy•21 April 20261 May 2026•79
International tourism to the United States continues to slide in 2026
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International tourism to the United States continues to slide in 2026

International travel to the United States remains in decline at the start of 2026, with new … International tourism to the United States continues to slide in 2026Read more

by Timothy•11 April 202611 April 2026•115
Brussels Airport summer 2026 flight schedule: 180 non-stop destinations served by 70 airlines, 8 new routes and 5 new airlines
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Brussels Airport summer 2026 flight schedule: 180 non-stop destinations served by 70 airlines, 8 new routes and 5 new airlines

Brussels Airport kicks off the summer season on 29 March 2026 with an offer of direct … Brussels Airport summer 2026 flight schedule: 180 non-stop destinations served by 70 airlines, 8 new routes and 5 new airlinesRead more

by Timothy•25 March 202625 March 2026•58
Flanders continues to grow as a tourist destination with over 15 million visitors in 2025
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Flanders continues to grow as a tourist destination with over 15 million visitors in 2025

Flanders is becoming increasingly popular as a tourist destination. In 2025, an estimated 15.4 million people … Flanders continues to grow as a tourist destination with over 15 million visitors in 2025Read more

by Timothy•24 March 202624 March 2026•84
Malaysia, which outlaws gay sex, blocks access to Grindr and Blued
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Malaysia, which outlaws gay sex, blocks access to Grindr and Blued

Malaysia has blocked access to the gay hook-up apps Grindr and Blued, as authorities step up … Malaysia, which outlaws gay sex, blocks access to Grindr and BluedRead more

by Timothy•12 March 202611 March 2026•81
“We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”
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“We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”

“Emotional scenes at Brussels Airport in Zaventem as tourists from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Doha were … “We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”Read more

by Timothy•9 March 202631 August 2026•95

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