Islamic State Attack Threatens Survival of Afghanistan’s Tourism Industry

Bamiyan, Afghanistan – An attack claimed by the Islamic State group that resulted in the deaths of foreign tourists visiting a market in central Afghanistan has dealt a significant blow to the country’s emerging tourism industry. The assault, which took place in central Bamiyan province, led to the killing of three Spanish tourists and wounded four others from a group of 13 travelers with a Spanish tour agency. In light of the tragic incident, tour …

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Japan Travelers Rely on Railways as Earthquake and Tsunami Impact Tourism

TOKYO, JAPAN – Travelers visiting Japan are heavily dependent on the country’s extensive railway system, with the majority of tourists exploring the country primarily by rail. The recent disruptions at Haneda Airport due to a plane crash are expected to impact the plans of domestic leisure and business travelers more than international tourists, according to travel experts. In response to the plane crash, the Central Japan Railway Company has scheduled additional shinkansens (bullet trains) for …

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