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Global Recession Effect Bhutanese Tourism

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Gelay
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With the global economic recession showing no signs of slowing down and countries like USA and Japan worst hit, the Bhutanese tourism industry has seen its tourist arrivals drop by more than 30 percent in just under a year.

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Scariest Runway in the World

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Gelay
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If the Paro International Airport is the second best in the world, it also qualifies as the world’s scariest runway.

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Traditional Sports Not Popular

Posted on March 12, 2009 by Gelay
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In the face of an explosion of modern games, thanks largely to cable TV, Bhutan’s traditional sports – despite the government’s pledge to promote them – are on the brink of extinction.

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Free Thai Visa for Tourists

Posted on March 12, 2009 by Gelay
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In an effort to lure visitors, the Thailand government is exempting the tourist visa fee for foreign nationals including Bhutanese visiting Thailand.

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Dhur Tsachu and Gangtey Trek

Posted on March 9, 2009 by Gelay
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The Tourism Council of Bhutan (TCB) has identified 2 additional trekking routes in, Wangduephodrang and Bumthang. The Dhur Tsachu in Bumthang, and Gangtey Trail in Wangduephodrang, TCB said, would give tourists both natural and cultural visiting experience.

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Snowstorm in Merak

Posted on March 9, 2009 by Gelay
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A powerful snowstorm on February 25 blew away roofs of more than 50 houses, school buildings and a veterinary clinic in Merak, Trashigang. Continue reading →

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