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Jordan's tourism sector is set to be a key player in supporting the country's economy in 2012, reports TTN Worldwide.According to ministers, the tourism industry has been earmarked as one of the most important

Venice is again to become a "fantasy world" as the Carnival rolls back into town, reports Gulf News.The annual and much-anticipated Venice Carnival returns to the City of Water, where some 30,000 people

Iceland's Hotel Ranga has been recognised three times at the annual International Hotel Awards.Receiving two nods, the hotel was crowned regional winner 'Best Resort Hotel in Europe 2011' as well emerging

The tourism minister of Jordan is urging people to think beyond Petra and the Dead Sea when they visit the country.Speaking to Hotelier Middle East, minister of tourism and antiquities, His Excellency

Over 200,000 people around the world watched Iceland herald in the New Year via web cam, Ice News reports, witnessing the start of a year in which tourism is expected to surge.A live feed of Reykjavik's

An erupting sunspot will provide some awe-inspiring treats for stargazers across the Northern Hemisphere, AccuWeather.com reports. Astronomers at NASA's orbiting Solar Dynamics Observatory spotted sunspot

With February just around the corner, people are starting to talk about the Venice Carnival 2012.Commencing on 4th February with a grand toast at the wine fountain in Piazzetta San Marco, the celebrations

Those lucky enough to be visiting the Venice Carnival this year may have extra Euros to spare as the pound hits a 15-month high against the ailing currency.According to the Mail Online, one Euro now costs

Jordan is celebrating 200 years since the rediscovery of the rose-red jewel in its crown, the ancient city of Petra.As a result, travel experts predict that 2012 will see a huge surge in holidays to Petra

Egypt remains a popular destination for British tourists and could well repeat the success it found in 2011 over the coming 12 months.That's according to reports which suggested the excellent value for