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Selfie sticks on way to being banned

China's major museums are ready to say no to "selfie sticks", but are still considering whether to close their doors completely to the world's newest camera accessory.

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NYC aims to attract 67 million annual visitors by 2021

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, along with tourism officials, announced Wednesday that the city is projected to attract 67 million annual visitors by the end of 2021.

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China tourist train to DPRK resumes service

China's tourist train to neighboring Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) resumed service on Monday after the DPRK removed Ebola quarantine measures against foreign visitors.

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Beijing courting overseas tourists

Beijing is trying to improve the 72-hour visa-free entry policy for international transit passengers to attract more overseas visitors.

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Visa changes for Chinese visitors unlock opportunities: New Zealand tourism chief

​New Zealand's tourism industry is set to get a boost under visa changes that make it easier for Chinese to travel to and work in the country, the Tourism Industry Association (TIA) said Friday.

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Eiffel Tower gets new look to attract more fans

​With a spectacular glass floor, solar panels and modernized pavilions offering pristine panoramic view to handicapped visitors, first floor of France's iconic tower Tour Eiffel appeared with a fresh look to its millions of fans.

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Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park seek further expansions

The Hong Kong Disneyland and the Ocean Park are studying further expansion plans to cope with the increasing number of visitors, according to a report released by the Hong Kong government on Friday.

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The 11th Hong Kong Food Festival to present exotic cuisines

The 11th Hong Kong Food Festival, which an event incorporated in the Hong Kong Mega Showcase, is held from 25-28, December.

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Working at the Stonehenge: those who pass down the stories and myths

The ancient stones stood silently on the grassland for thousands of years, with their myths attracting numerous visitors from around the globe.     There are a group of people taking care of the Stonehenge, so that the myths could pass on.

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Lions pelted with snowballs

A zoo in east China has come under fire, following an online report that visitors pelted snowballs at two lions...The post triggered a public outcry, as well as heated discussion over the lack of awareness and enforcement of animal rights among the public.

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NYC breaks tourism record again in 2012

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced Monday that New York City welcomed a record 52 million visitors in 2012, a new all-time high and a 2.1 percent increase over 2011.

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Beijing, Shanghai start visa-free transit policy

Travelers from 45 countries can now benefit from a 72-hour visa-free stay policy in Beijing and Shanghai, a move that could attract more transit visitors.