For over 80 years, this Tokyo chef has been perfecting just one recipe
By James Oaten
In Japan, it's called "shokunin", and it might be the reason why Tokyo is now the world's culinary capital.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-22/the-secret-to-tokyo-culinary-success/105188534
Wrestling star John Cena to headline 'epic' WWE event in Perth
By Kenith Png
Wrestling star and actor John Cena will headline a WWE event in Perth in October that is expected to be a major tourism draw for the state.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-21/john-cena-to-headline-wwe-event-n-perth-october/105197188
Cruise ships to return to SA's Copper Coast after seven-year hiatus
By Declan Durrant
A luxury cruise ship will stop in Wallaroo in 2027, carrying almost 500 passengers, renewing the town's hope of benefiting from the cruise industry.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-21/cruise-ships-return-to-copper-coast-wallaroo-2027/105188898
Tourism operator lost $100,000 in bookings due to north Queensland rain event
By Baz Ruddick and Jessica Naunton
It's been a wet three months in the small communities of Hidden Valley and Paluma in north Queensland.
Council cracks down on farmers hosting campers without a permit
By Danielle Mahe, Nicole Dyer, and Chloe Maxwell
Show-cause notices have been sent to property owners running small-scale campsites in Queensland's Scenic Rim, but they say the regulations are unfair and should only apply to tourist parks.
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Queensland set for 'lovely' camping weather for Easter
By David Chen and Dan McCray
Queenslanders can expect dry and sunny conditions across most of the state for the Easter long weekend.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-18/dry-sunny-weather-queensland-easter-long-weekend/105188300
Tourism plea as Queensland's rain creates 'brilliant' outback landscapes
By Julia André
Outback Queensland tourism providers are desperate for visitors to return to the region, after record-breaking floods impacted some — but not all — communities.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-17/outback-tourism-providers-desperate-for-visitors/105174444
Travelling to the US? Immigration lawyers suggest using a burner phone
By Annika Burgess
Immigration lawyers provide advice on US travel, as border security officials conduct 'enhanced vetting' of travellers with broad powers to refuse any visa holder entry.
Tender reveals rebuild plans for iconic unharnessed tree climb in WA
Visitors had climbed the 61-metre Gloucester Tree without a harness or supervision for decades until it closed in 2023. Now it will be reopened at a lower height.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-16/gloucester-tree-climb-wa-to-be-rebuilt-half-height/105183702
United States records sharpest drop in Australian visitors since COVID
By Charmayne Allison
As the Trump administration continues its crackdown on border security, more Australians appear to be avoiding the US.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-15/australians-appear-to-be-avoiding-travel-to-the-us/105124236
Tourists chasing Japan's special powder snow drive property prices too high for locals
By James Oaten
International tourists, especially Australians, started to arrive en masse in the famous Japanese ski resort of Niseko in the early 2000s. Now the influx has pushed the cost of housing so high it's almost impossible for locals to compete with wealthy foreigners for property.
Adelaide sidelined as SA tourism campaign kicks off for the Barossa
By Malcolm Sutton
South Australia has released its latest tourism campaign to capitalise on the AFL's Gather Round focusing on the Barossa, but Adelaide will feature too in "episodes" to come.
$25 for a glass of wine: Why you may want to rethink overseas plans
By Annika Burgess
The Australian dollar has been tracking lower against all major currencies, making overseas travel more expensive in popular tourist destinations.
Costa Rica’s Poás Volcano Erupts, National Park Closes Temporarily
Poás Volcano erupted twice on Sunday, producing a plume that rose 300 meters above the crater, according to the Volcanological and Seismological Observatory (OVSICORI). The activity, classified as a moderate phreatomagmatic eruption, prompted authorities to close Poás Volcano National Park until further notice. OVSICORI reported that the eruptions followed a patte [...]
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https://ticotimes.net/2025/03/09/costa-ricas-poas-volcano-erupts-national-park-closes-temporarily
Guanacaste Housing Crisis Deepens Amid Costa Rica’s Luxury Boom
Guanacaste continues to solidify its reputation as one of Costa Rica’s most dynamic real estate hubs, with construction activity showing steady growth in 2024, according to the latest data from the Association of Engineers and Architects (CFIA). The province recorded a 3.2% increase in construction compared to the previous year, driven largely by urban infrastructure [...]
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https://ticotimes.net/2025/03/06/guanacaste-housing-crisis-deepens-amid-costa-ricas-luxury-boom
A Local’s Guide to Driving Across Costa Rica: Guanacaste to San José
When we moved to Costa Rica 12+ years ago, my new job managing a small non-profit brought us to a little beach town in Guanacaste. Life here has been good. Stunning beaches. Abundant nature and wildlife. Beautiful culture. Nice people. Delicious food. An overall slower pace of life. However, there are some things that are […]
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https://ticotimes.net/2024/12/20/a-locals-guide-to-driving-across-costa-rica-guanacaste-to-san-jose
Costa Rica Tourism at Risk as Liberia Airport Struggles to Stay Open
The Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) in Liberia, the gateway to Costa Rica’s popular Pacific beaches, is facing a staffing crisis that threatens to derail the country’s crucial high tourism season. On Tuesday, the airport – known locally as Liberia International – suspended operations for several hours, marking yet another closure in a string […] [...]
Actor Morgan Freeman Joins Celebrity Wave in Costa Rica
Costa Rica continues to shine as a top destination for celebrities seeking relaxation, luxury, and stunning natural beauty. This time, U.S. actor and producer Morgan Freeman visited the country from December 11 to 14, as confirmed by the General Directorate of Immigration (DGME). Freeman explored Guanacaste, one of Costa Rica’s most popular provinces for A-list […]
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https://ticotimes.net/2024/12/19/actor-morgan-freeman-joins-celebrity-wave-in-costa-rica
Costa Rica Travel Disrupted as Liberia Airport Shutdown Again
The Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia, Guanacaste, closed yesterday at 6 p.m. due to a lack of air traffic controllers. The unexpected closure impacted passengers as flights to and from Costa Rica were canceled, causing significant disruptions. César Jaramillo, general manager of Guanacaste Airport, expressed “great concern” over the repeated occurr [...]
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https://ticotimes.net/2024/12/18/costa-rica-travel-disrupted-as-liberia-airport-shutdown-again
Moving to a Small Costa Rica Town Brings Unexpected Neighbors
A few years ago, my wife, baby son, and I were prompted to move from one coastal town in Guanacaste to another when my wife took a new job heading a small non-profit. Our first rental was a small house on a small lot which had been scooped out of the side of a mountain […]
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https://ticotimes.net/2024/12/17/moving-to-a-small-costa-rica-town-brings-unexpected-neighbors
