Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
19795 results for "welcome to country"
Rhoda Roberts AO, the Indigenous leader who coined "Welcome to Country," was remembered by over 1,000 mourners as a storyteller who changed Australia's cultural landscape. Her funeral on Bundjalung Country celebrated a life that turned everything she touched to gold.
After racist disruptions at Anzac Day services sparked controversy, Indigenous elders are using Reconciliation Week to share the deep history and meaning behind Welcome to Country ceremonies. They say understanding, not division, is the path forward.
Starting February 17, 2026, China welcomes travelers from 50 countries for 30-day visa-free stays, adding Canada and the UK to its expanding welcome list. The move makes visiting the Great Wall, Shanghai's skyline, and ancient temples easier than ever for millions of global travelers.
Jodi Vaughan, a Hamilton-based country music star, received one of Australia's highest musical honors at the Tamworth Country Music Festival. The 50-year veteran became one of the few artists recognized on both sides of the Tasman Sea.
Jodi Vaughan just became one of the only musicians honored in both Australia's and New Zealand's Country Music Halls of Fame. The 50-year career milestone celebrates a singer who helped define country music on both sides of the Tasman Sea.
After nearly dying out five years ago, country music is experiencing an unexpected surge in Australia with streaming up 115% and festivals selling out nationwide. Young city dwellers are leading the revival, turning cowboy boots into mainstream fashion and making country cool again.
Country music is driving global tourism growth, with Nashville opening Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel in June and Europe launching its first country-themed cruise in 2027. From major festivals to unique destinations, the genre is bringing joy to millions of travelers worldwide.
After five decades of chart-topping hits across Australia and New Zealand, singer Jodi Vaughan received country music's highest honor with her handprints immortalized in concrete. The Hamilton-based artist now holds rare dual recognition at both nations' most prestigious country music shrines.
Thousands gathered across Australia on January 26 to celebrate citizenship ceremonies, traditional First Nations dances, and community events from Sydney to Darwin. Despite heatwaves and storms, communities came together to honor the country's diversity and welcome new Australians home.
Regina Martínez Lorenzo will become the first woman to represent Mexico in Olympic cross-country skiing at the 2026 Winter Games in Milan-Cortina. She's proving that determination can overcome any barrier, even when snow barely exists in your home country.
Vietnam just hit a tourism milestone that's reshaping travel across Asia. The country welcomed 6.76 million international visitors in early 2026, proving it's become one of the world's hottest destinations.
France shattered its own tourism record in 2025, welcoming 102 million international visitors and generating nearly €78 billion in revenue. The milestone shows how thoughtful planning helped France remain the world's most visited country while managing visitor flows better than many competitors.
Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo just made Winter Olympics history by winning all six cross-country races at the Milano Cortina Games. The 29-year-old from Oslo now holds 11 Winter Olympic gold medals, more than any athlete ever.
Japan shattered tourism records in 2025, welcoming over 42 million visitors despite diplomatic tensions with China. The milestone marks a powerful comeback for a country that's become one of the world's most beloved travel destinations.
Japan's foreign resident population hit an all-time high of 4.12 million in 2025, growing nearly 10% in just one year. The milestone reflects the country's evolving openness and the success of programs to create a more welcoming environment for international communities.
Mexico just closed out its best tourism year in history, welcoming nearly 48 million international visitors in 2025. The 6.1% increase marks the country's strongest tourism growth this century.
Spain's tourism industry just had its best year ever, welcoming nearly 112 million international visitors in 2025. The surge signals a bright future for the country's economy and hospitality sector.
Vietnam's tourism boom continues as the country welcomed over 2.2 million international visitors in February 2026, marking three consecutive months above the 2 million milestone. The surge reflects Vietnam's growing reputation as a safe, accessible destination for independent travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences.
Vietnam just hit a tourism milestone that seemed impossible a few years ago, welcoming 8.8 million international visitors in the first four months of 2026. The country is racing toward its ambitious goal of 25 million arrivals this year.
Spain shattered tourism records in 2025, welcoming nearly 97 million international visitors and proving its powerful recovery as a top global destination. The milestone shows how the country has bounced back stronger than ever while working to balance growth with sustainability.
Showing 20 of 19795