New National Park to be created in Kazakhstan
Expedition of Kazakhstan National Geographic Society lays the foundation of a new National Park in Ulytau.
Kazakh tour companies losing market to Russian firms
Kazakhstani tour operators may eventually be forced out of business by Russian companies through 'dumping'.
Wingsuit daredevils risking their lives on film
Playing Icarus as they leap off sheer cliffs, thrill-seekers dressed like flamboyant bats have become common sight in the Alps.
Precision in mid-air as rope jumpers soar on Greek isle
Michal is one of a group who have travelled from Poland to the island of Zakynthos, one of most renowned leisure spots - but not to lie in the sun
Nazarbayev wants to boost Ulytau tourist potential
Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev spoke about the significance of Ulytau, a cultural heritage of the Kazakh nation.
'Roofers' get a thrill exploring St. Petersburg from up high
The best way to see the country's imperial capital is by hopping roof to roof.
'Suicide tourism' to Switzerland doubled: study
A total of 172 "suicide tourists" travelled to Switzerland in 2012, to die with medical assistance -- a practice prohibited in many countries.
Tourism Industry Committee abolished in Kazakhstan
The Tourism Industry Committee was abolished in Kazakhstan and its functions will be taken over by Department of Tourism of Investment and Development Ministry.
Thirteen rescued two days after Indonesia tourist boat sinks
Eight foreigners and five Indonesians were rescued two days after their tourist boat sank during a storm in the archipelago.
Kazakh expedition reaches Asian Rome in China
Kazakhstan’s expedition Following Shoqan Walikhanov’s Caravan Route has reached the “Asian Rome” in China.
La belle France keeps its title as top global tourist destination
France welcomed 84.7 million foreign tourists in 2013 making it once again the most-visited country in the world.
Spains's Rioja region uses wineries to draw tourists inland
La Rioja has sought over the past decade to draw visitors to its numerous wineries, many featuring stunning contemporary architecture.
Akkol town to become youth resort: Sustainable Development Earth Foundation
The Earth Foundation plans to make Akkol town in Kazakhstan a resort for young people by 2017.
Turks teach Astana hotel personnel nuances of Eastern hospitality for EXPO-2017
Astana hospitality business workers were trained by Turkish experts for the EXPO-2017.
Chinese ready to help Kazakhs with Silk Road tourism development project
Chinese officials in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region declared their willingness to help Kazakhstan with developing of a new tourism route along the Great Silk Road.
Italian cruise ship hulk to rise from the waves
An unprecedented operation to refloat the shipwrecked Costa Concordia was set to begin Monday in Italy, with salvage workers attempting to raise the rusty liner from its watery grave on the shores of a rugged Tuscan island.
Holiday packages from employers to improve national tourism: Kazakh Vice PM
Kazakhstani Ministry of Industry and New Technologies proposed an alternative to free holiday packages.
Kaskasu ski resort near Shymkent to be completed in 2019
Construction of the Kaskasu ski resort will be completed in 2019.
Oman's Minister of Tourism intends to visit Kazakhstan
The Minister of Tourism of Oman intends to visit Kazakhstan.
Golden Gate Bridge to get anti-suicide netting
Transportation authorities agreed to fund anti-suicide netting beneath the Golden Gate Bridge to prevent people jumping to their death from the iconic landmark, an official said.