Tourism

Tourism

Tourism industry in Cox’s Bazar eyes Tk 700cr revenue during Eid

Currently, over 100,000 people are visiting Cox's Bazar daily

1w ago

Cox's Bazar ready to welcome tourists during Eid holidays

With the holidays lasting nine days, the town is anticipating a surge in visitors from the day after Eid, continuing for the next five days

2w ago

Sylhet gears up for massive tourist influx this Eid

Expects 15-20 lakh tourists, Tk 150cr turnover

2w ago

Tourist spots await Eid visitors amid tepid demand

Hotels and resorts in popular tourist spots across Bangladesh have so far got only 70 percent booking of their occupancy ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr -- down from last year’s 85 percent, according to industry insiders. 

2w ago

Airlines, travel agencies must ensure transparency in ticket fare

The directives issued last night outlined several measures to ensure that travellers reach their destinations at the actual fare

2m ago

St Martin’s Island: 9-month travel ban starts today

Tourism at Saint Martin’s Island in Teknaf upazila of Cox’s Bazar comes to a halt from today as the government’s ban on tourist travel takes effect.

2m ago

St Martin's Island: Businesses call for extending permission for travel, overnight stay

Under the banner, "Saint Martin's Island Environment and Tourism Protection-Development Alliance", the businesses made the demand at a press conference organised at the Economic Reporters Forum (ERF) auditorium at Paltan today

2m ago

Cox's Bazar to host Burning Crab Festival inspired by global creativity

The festival's main attraction will be a showcase of traditional and creative cuisine, with special dishes crafted by celebrity chef Inara Jamal

2m ago

HC upholds decision to limit tourism in Saint Martin's Island

The High Court today upheld a government decision to limit tourism in Saint Martin's Island for protection of environment

4m ago

Tourist ships resume service on Cox’s Bazar-Saint Martin’s route

The ship is expected to reach Saint Martin around 4:00pm.

4m ago

Bangladeshis spend $4b annually for healthcare abroad

DCCI Senior Vice President Malik Talha Ismail Bari says in a seminar on outbound healthcare tourism

4m ago

Sajek, Khagrachhari open to tourists after month-long restriction

The tourism restriction imposed in Sajek valley of Rangamati and Khagrachhari for over a month was lifted today

5m ago

TOAB threatens movement against move to limit tourists on Saint Martin

President of Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh (TOAB) Mohammed Rafiuzzaman has threatened a greater movement against any “negative decision” on Saint Martin's island ahead of the tourism season

5m ago

Holidaymakers throng beach towns amid Durga Puja festival

The recent rise in travellers comes as a relief for the tourism industry in Cox's Bazar, Kuakata and Sylhet as these regions were suffering from low turnout in July, August and September this year.

6m ago

31 orgs, individuals receive tourism, hospitality awards

Thirty-one organisations and individuals in 25 categories have been recognised and awarded for their excellence in Bangladesh travel, tourism and hospitality sectors

6m ago

Eco and heritage tourism targeted as govt eyes new genres of tourists

The government has drawn up a plan to construct facilities across the country to attract both local and international tourists looking for eco-tourism and traveling to heritage sites

9m ago

Bhutan reduces fees for Bangladeshi tourists

Department of Tourism of Bhutan notified that it has revised its policy for Bangladeshi tourists

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