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Tourist Attractions in Barcelona
PlanetWare
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Written by Lisa Alexander Updated Jun 30, 2025 Catalonia's vibrant capital, Barcelona is a stunning seaside city that flaunts its beauty and sunny lifestyle. Gorgeous scenery, breathtaking architecture, and superb cultural attractions make for an...
Alert issued as vaccine for Brit travellers for lethal infection 'out of stock in UK'
The Mirror
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June 30, 2025
The vaccine is expected to be out of stock for a number of weeks, Foreign Office website Travel Health Pro today reported Holidaymakers have been alerted to a disruption in the supply of a crucial vaccine, which is expected to be 'unavailable' for...
Lethal infection vaccine 'runs out' for UK travellers as Foreign Office issues alert
Daily Express
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June 30, 2025
Holidaymakers have been issued a warning as a crucial vaccine will be 'unavailable' for the next 2-3 weeks. Sanofi has informed NaTHNaC of an impending disruption in the supply of the yellow fever vaccine Stamaril in the UK. The vaccine is...
Paraguay’s growing pork industry looks to expand in Asia
Buenos Aires Herald
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June 28, 2025
Paraguay has been known for many years solely as an agricultural country, with soybeans as its leading product, and, to a lesser extent, as a cattle-raising country with beef production. The country is currently positioning itself on the global...
Tiphaine Poulon: A French Soul On Paraguayan Soil
The Asunción Times
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June 28, 2025
Originally from France, Tiphaine Poulon finds a home in the heart of South America, deeply connecting with the land, culture, and flavours that characterise Paraguay. After marrying Adilson Aguero Maringá, a professional Brazilian footballer with...
Travel abroad bleeds Argentine coffers as gap with inbound tourism grows
Buenos Aires Herald
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June 25, 2025
The number of Argentines traveling abroad increased by 45.8% in May, while the number of foreigners visiting the country fell by 14.2% in the same month, according to a report issued on Wednesday by the government’s statistics institute, the...
Travel abroad bleeds Argentine coffers as gap with inbound tourism grows
Buenos Aires Herald
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June 25, 2025
The number of Argentines traveling abroad increased by 45.8% in May, while the number of foreigners visiting the country fell by 14.2% in the same month, according to a report issued on Wednesday by the government’s statistics institute, the...
Corona Heiress’ Family Office Prepares for $8B Succession
Wealth Management
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June 30, 2025
(Bloomberg) -- Lea en español. Maria Asuncion Aramburuzabala was thrown into crisis three decades ago when her father died before finalizing plans to pass on one of Latin America’s biggest fortunes. She had to juggle raising two young sons with...
Paraguay’s Peace Boost: Safer Streets In 2025 Global Peace Index
The Asunción Times
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June 23, 2025
Paraguay climbed from a score of 2.044 in the 2024 Global Peace Index (GPI) to 1.981 in the 2025 edition, that has been released this June. The score shows a notable improvement of 0.063 points, signalling reduced levels of violence, and better...
Tourism, trade & ties: 11 envoys present credentials to President Dr. Muizzu
Maldives Voice
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In a ceremony held this morning at the President’s Office, several non-resident ambassadors and high commissioners officially presented their Letters of Credence to President Dr Mohamed Muizzu. Each diplomat was escorted from Republic Square to...
Massive Police Operation Deployed Ahead Of Paraguay’s First World Rally Championship
The Asunción Times
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June 25, 2025
As Paraguay prepares to host the World Rally Championship (WRC) for the very first time, authorities are coordinating one of the largest police operations. A total of 6,000 officers will be deployed across the department of Itapúa to ensure the...
San Juan Celebrations: Music, Food, And Tradition In Asunción’s Streets
The Asunción Times
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June 24, 2025
In Paraguay, every June, San Juan is not just one date on the calendar; it is a beloved celebration of food, memories and joy. In Asuncion, the spirit of San Juan filled the downtown streets where, over the weekend, two fairs welcomed visitors...
Paraguay To Receive First Super Tucano Aircraft In June 2025
The Asunción Times
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June 21, 2025
Four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft will arrive in Paraguay, significantly strengthening the country’s air fleet. According to Defence Minister Óscar González, this delivery represents the first batch of a six-unit order. The remaining two aircraft...
Uruguay to use artificial intelligence to promote tourism
Prensa Latina - Cuba
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June 23, 2025
Tourism Minister Pablo Menoni said the goal is to create advertising campaigns targeted to the desired tourist profile, without wasting financial resources or targeting the wrong audiences. “We seek to make efficient use of economic resources...
Jamaican travellers reminded to get Yellow Fever vaccine
Loop News
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The Ministry of Health & Wellness is reminding Jamaicans of the importance of getting vaccinated and showing proof of Yellow Fever vaccination when travelling to and from affected countries. All persons older than one year, who are travelling from...
Travel bans and global sport
Trinidad Express
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It is probably too late to consider removing the United States as a host of next year’s football World Cup. And in any event, it is unlikely that Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, the governing body of world football, would even contemplate...
Exploring Cuenca’s Best Nearby Trekking Routes
The Cuenca Dispatch
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June 30, 2025
Take in breathtaking views and reconnect with nature on these five incredible hikes. Cuenca, renowned for its charming Historic Center, is also a gateway to remarkable natural landscapes. Beyond the urban bustle, the surrounding hills, mountains,...
Beyond Asunción: Discover The Artistic Soul Of Paraguay’s Central Department
The Asunción Times
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June 22, 2025
For many, Asunción, founded in 1537, is the pride and reflection of Paraguay. But to truly unearth the country’s rich history and culture, it is rewarding to look beyond its borders. The Central Department, Paraguay’s oldest and most densely...
Celebrating 20 Years Of FOCEM: Paraguay’s Annual US$1M Yields US$640M
The Asunción Times
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June 21, 2025
With just a US$1 million annual contribution, Paraguay has secured over US$640 million in non-reimbursable funding from Mercosur’s Structural Convergence Fund (FOCEM), making it the bloc’s top beneficiary. FOCEM is a regional solidarity mechanism...
US Embassy in Paraguay resumes visa appointments
MercoPress
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June 21, 2025
Saturday, June 21st 2025 - 10:44 UTC A US visa is a privilege for those granted one, the Embassy recalled The United States' Embassy in Asunción announced Friday the resumption of appointments with applicants seeking a visa. The diplomatic mission...