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Angola

360° video: Great surfing will ‘put Angola on the map’

In partnership with Infotur Angola

Angola rarely comes up when surfers discuss possible holiday destinations, but maybe that is about to change.

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Santiago de Cuba: Welcome to Cuba's city with a French touch

In partnership with The Ministry of Tourism of Cuba

In the latest episode of Postcards, we visit Cuba's southeastern Santiago de Cuba Province to celebrate its distinctive and diverse cultural history.

Russia

Why all is not what it seems at Siberia's answer to the Maldives

Paradise or peril?

World

The summer holidays are here, but are you more climate councious?

The summer is in full swing across Europe, but are people changing their travel plans to be more climate-conscious in the midst of the Green Wave? We spoke to a traveller who is going from Holland to the South of France by train because of his concerns about the environment.

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Qingdao hosts the China Wealth Forum

Partner content presented by Information Office of Qingdao Municipal Government

Already the second-largest economy in the world, China is at a crossroads, poised to leverage the opportunities provided by years of careful development, comprehensive reform and innovative growth schemes.

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Dubai’s top home-grown eats and boutiques

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

You’ll find the world’s best-known brands in plentiful supply in the city, but these are the restaurants and shops that are unique to Dubai.

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Cool off and relax on white sands and swim in warm turquoise sea – visit Varadero in Cuba

In partnership with The Ministry of Tourism of Cuba

A length of land of sublime beauty that extends along 22 kilometres in the Peninsula of Hicacos, in the province of Matanzas lies Varadero.

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Georgian city launches electric car factory

In partnership with aigroup

Georgia's second largest city, Kutaisi, will soon launch a factory for electric cars.

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International cooperation the key to prosperity and to building a Creative Qingdao

Partner content presented by Information Office of Qingdao Municipal Government

The brightest minds from home and abroad gathered in Qingdao for the Conference on Building a Creative Qingdao.

Destinations

Georgia on their minds: why tourists are flocking to the Black Sea

In partnership with Adjara

The city of Batumi on Georgia's Black Sea coast is bracing for a tourism boom after winning the 2019 title of "Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination" at the prestigious World Travel Awards.

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Cuba celebrates 500 years of history through its arts

In partnership with The Ministry of Tourism of Cuba

Visit the cosmopolitan and cultural city of Havana through its Cuban music and National Ballet productions

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Cuba Travel Diary: Havana celebrates its 500th anniversary

In partnership with The Ministry of Tourism of Cuba

Havana's history is evident in its people, its architecture, its avenues and stately buildings.

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Dubai's coolest indoor attractions offer a break from the summer heat

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Usually known for its year-round sunshine and blue skies, Dubai also offers some record breaking indoor attractions like an indoor rainforest, the worlds biggest indoor theme park and even indoor skydiving.

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A guide to Dubai’s Expo 2020

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

As Dubai gears up to host Expo 2020, we break down what you can expect from the world-renowned fair.

Destinations

Venice has come up with a new way to raise funds for landmark repairs

The city has partnered with Visa to promote card payments in exchange for funds.

Economy

Platforms like Airbnb do not cooperate with authorities claim cities

"One thing must be clear: A carte blanche for holiday rental platforms is not the solution."

Thailand

Watch: Tourists drawn to Thai temple's golden David Beckham

The statue features Beckham's Nineties floppy hairstyle and Man Utd jersey.

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Step back in time and experience a Middle Ages village in Belarus

In partnership with Minsk 2019

Authentic historical artefacts, including traditional clothes, baskets and entire houses, were brought from different regions that now make up Belarus. The village consists of a church, a school, a barn, a blacksmith shop, a windmill, farmsteads and a tavern.

World

Your Call in full: Regulating tourism? Merkel's next job?

Catch the full episode to hear viewers and panellists debate about NGO boats, mandating tourism and Angela Merkel's next job.

Destinations

Giant crystal cave to accept first ever visitors

Crystal shards inside the geode can measure up to a metre long.