New Braunfels named Destination of the Year in Texas Travel Awards

SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Travel Awards named New Braunfels the Destination of the Year for 2024. New Braunfels took the top prize and won eight other awards, like Iconic Tourist Attraction and Best Shopping District, on the list, which highlights unique places and experiences across the Lone Star State. “These awards are an honor and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the New Braunfels visitor industry—including hotels, lodging, attractions, organizations and businesses—who roll out the red carpet for visitors every day,” Tanya Pence, president of the New Braunfels Convention & Visitors Bureau, said in a news…

News Digest: Foreign Media on Middle Corridor, Almaty as Travel Destination, 5G Technology and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has picked a selection of articles on Kazakhstan published in international media worldwide. This week’s foreign media digest covers the Middle Corridor, Almaty as a travel destination, Kazakh-Turkish ties, 5G technology development and more. Ascension Cathedral in Almaty. Photo credit: ritzcarlton. Kazakhstan emerges as 5G pioneer in Eurasian Economic Union Kazakhstan, Central Asia’s largest country, is moving forward with its plans to accelerate the development of 5G services, positioning itself as the leader in 5G introduction among Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) member states, reported the Caspian News on Jan. 11. “The 5G rollout is not…