Spain records 94mn visitors in 2024
Spain expects even more tourists to flock to the country in 2025 after an estimated record 94 million foreigners visited last year, 10% more than in 2023, Tourism Minister Jordi Hereu said…
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Egypt welcomed 15 million tourists in 2024
Egypt has defied regional instability and achieved unprecedented growth in its tourism sector, reaching a milestone in 2024 with the country welcoming over 15 million international visitors.
How Tourism Is A Silent Diplomat Bridging Nations Together
How Tourism is A Silent Diplomat Bridging Nations Together
By Andrew J Wood
Andrew J Wood advocates Tourism’s role in fostering lasting peace and prosperity
BANGKOK: The…
Russia focuses on tourism growth from India
Russia aims to double tourism’s contribution to its GDP from 3.8% to 10% by 2030 through increased investment in the sector and the launch of its national project “Tourism and Hospitality”…
Almost 3 million tourist visit Kashmir in 2024
The total tourist footfall in 2024 stands at approximately 2.95 million, a notable rise from the 2.71 million visitors in 2023 and 2.67 million in 2022, according to official data.
Goa roadshow 2024 comes to Warsaw
Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, is excited to host the Goa Roadshow 2024 in Warsaw, Poland.
AOT reports a net profit of 19.18 billion baht for fiscal 2024
Airports of Thailand (AOT) reported a net profit of 19.18 billion baht for fiscal 2024, up 118% from the 8.79 billion baht profit in the same period of the previous year.
SJM Resorts successfully promotes Macau in Singapore
SJM Resorts SA successfully promoted Macau as a prime tourist destination for Singaporeans.
SJM Resorts presents the best of Macau for business travellers in Seoul
SJM Resorts, SA (SJM) showed off the best that Macau can offer business travellers at this year’s Trip.Biz Business Travel Summit on 30th September.
Wood Villas of Kumaon Himalayas – A Paradigm Shift
“The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we make along the way”; If that be so, the North Indian state of Uttarakhand, popularly referred to…
Q1-2024 sees 16 million Filipinos employed in the tourism sector
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) states that more than 16 million Filipinos now work in the tourism industry as of the end of the first quarter of this year.
11 tourism projects unveiled in Himachal Pradesh
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has said that 11 projects with an outlay of INR 696.47 crore are underway for the tourism sector in Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal Pradesh welcomes 1 crore + tourists in H1 2024
Himachal Pradesh has witnessed a remarkable surge in tourism, attracting over one crore visitors in the first six months of 2024.
The Louisiana Office of Tourism has appointed Sartha Global Marketing LLP as its Representative office in India
Sartha has been assigned to develop and implement comprehensive travel trade and public relations programmes to inspire Indian travellers, enhancing their interest in exploring Louisiana’s…
ASIA DMC partners with Enchantive Asia to relaunch the Bangkok office
ASIA DMC made its significant comeback by collaborating with Enchantive Asia to relaunch its Thailand office. This move reinforces their commitment to delivering premium luxury services and…
Tourism employed 6.21 million Filipinos in 2023; growth of tourism industry share to GDP highest in 24 years
The tourism industry has cemented its vital role as a pillar of growth and economic recovery post-pandemic as it recorded 6.21 million employment for Filipinos in 2023, an exponential…
The rebirth of tourism in Italy’s Art Cities
2023 marked an important turning point for tourism in Italy’s art cities. According to the Centre for Tourism Studies in Florence, the year ended with a return to pre-Covid levels, recording…
Hong Kong Convention Ambassadors of 12 sectors celebrate securing 70 conventions
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) hosted the Hong Kong Convention Ambassador (HKCA) Appreciation Night on 20 May (Monday) at Rosewood Hong Kong to honour ambassadors from across 12 sectors…
VisitBritain activity boosts economy by £1.26 billion
Visitors spent an additional £1.26 billion across Britain as a result of activity by national tourism agency VisitBritain/VisitEngland, latest figures show.
Over 260 applications from 60+ countries: Best Tourism Villages 2024 adventure kicks off
Over 260 villages from more than 60 countries representing the five regions of the world have put themselves forward for the 2024 edition of Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism 2024
AI set to shape the future of Travel & Tourism: WTTC
New reports from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft highlights the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in shaping the future of Travel…
Bali’s Dynamic Tourism Landscape: Latest Trends in Hotels and Branded Residences
In 2023, Bali's tourism sector experienced a notable rebound, surpassing the peak performances recorded in 2019, according to the newly released Bali Hotel and Branded Residences 2024 report…
Adriatic Series 2024: Sun, Sea… Triathlon!!!
A well-established triathlon circuit over the years, a series of locations dedicated to tourism and hospitality, and the opportunity to experience a holiday discovering unique territories
Trip.com Group at WEF 2024: Revealing Asia’s biggest untapped opportunities in tourism
Leading global travel service provider Trip.com Group is embracing new trends and opportunities in the post-pandemic travel landscape, with its CEO Jane Sun sharing insights at the prominent…
PATA Nepal is making significant strides towards promoting tourism and expanding its wings
PATA Nepal Chapter has been actively promoting tourism both within Nepal and internationally, aligning with the spirit of PATA, to support its member organizations and contribute to the…
Go Goa for tourism
The number of foreign tourist arrivals in Goa is picking up after a major drop due to Covid, but is yet to touch the pre-pandemic levels, according to official figures.
Denver selected for ‘Super Bowl’ of Tourism, IPW
The U.S. Travel Association recently announced it has selected Denver, CO to host IPW, the country’s largest annual international travel trade show that draws around 5,000 delegates,…
Thailand Tourism UPDATE: September 2023
Collaboration between Thai Prime Minister the Travel Industry and Airlines Set to Transform Tourism Sector
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s strategic collaboration with top officials…
The awe-inspiring natural sights in Qatar
There are some spectacular natural wonders in the beautiful country of Qatar, which are sure to leave travellers refreshed and rejuvenated.
Post-Covid Tourism Recovery accelerates in 2023
Tourism in Asia and the Pacific is recovering well according to the UN and the trend is moving quickly upward as most destinations, including China, have reopened.
The second UNWTO World…
Top Things to Do in Michigan
The city is located in the middle of the United States' Great Lakes region, Michigan has the longest freshwater coastline in the United States. Its name derives from the word indigenous to…
Prague Convention Bureau celebrates its 15th anniversary
The capital of the Czech Republic has been ranking among the most popular meetings destinations in the world for a long time.
Battersea Power Station’s ‘LIFT 109’ provides staggering views of London
“Back to the future” - Battersea Power Station has been a symbol of London’s skyline since the mid-1930s. In 2012, under new ownership, the Power Station embarked on the next phase of its…
Tourism in Italy reached pre-pandemic levels in 2022
The tourism sector in Italy almost reached pre-pandemic levels last year in terms of air traffic as well as the tourism sector, in comparison to the figures for 2021.
Transforming tourism by measuring its sustainability
One hundred experts from around the world had gathered at UNWTO Headquarters to develop the next standard for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism (MST).
Experience the village life in rural Madhya Pradesh
In the post-Covid world, tourism has a new face. It is responsible, sustainable, inclusive and immersive. Not only do tourists want to travel to less crowded places, they want more…
Saudi Arabia unveils masterplan for King Salman International Airport
The airport is expected to become one of the largest in the world featuring six parallel runways. Saudi Arabia has revealed a masterplan for King Salman International Airport (DWD), which is…
UNWTO at COP27: Uniting tourism around tangible climate action plans
The tourism sector has set out its plans to achieve its climate action ambitions. At COP27, UNWTO brought leading sector stakeholders together to share practical insights into accelerating…
Maharashtra Tourism showcases Diamond Circuit
International brochures were launched to promote key destinations (Diamond Circuit and World Heritage Sites in Maharashtra) at WTM 2022.
GIATA partners with TravelgateX for smarter mapping technology for hotels
TravelgateX, the global marketplace for the travel trade, with the aim of expanding its international distribution network, is now integrated with GIATA, a global leader in non-bookable…
Every part of UK has something for tourists
Responding to the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee’s (DCMS) ‘Promoting Britain Abroad’ report, UKHospitality Chief Executive Kate Nicholls said: “The DCMS committee is absolutely…
The Vivid Colours of Tribal Culture
India is a dynamic mix of arts and crafts, where classical melodies blend effortlessly with a hypnotic mosaic of gorgeous paintings, ancient weaves and other handicrafts, divine dance forms,…
Saudi Arabia, Thailand and Skål Asia
Saudi Arabia plays an increasingly more prominent role in global tourism, such as the recent hosting of the 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting…
Payment methods for post-pandemic travel and tourism success
Payment methods for post-pandemic travel and tourism success
The relationship between the travel sector and the payments industry has always been complex, never more so than during the…
Time to Build Back Better for Animals
The findings from the Living Planet Report (ZSL & WWF 2020) could not be clearer, we must act now #ForNature in order to halt the "catastrophic decline" in the numbers of animal species.…
Australians…are we still Young and Free?
On the 17th of March 2020 the Australian Government has implemented a total travel ban both outbound and inbound on all its residents. The ban was originally meant to be lifted on the 17th…
Travel in the Time of “You-Know-What”
Let's be honest, we all know what it is by now!
In the past couple of weeks good news could be read on headlines all over the world (with the exception of a few countries where…
Snow and Mountain Tourism: Industry leaders to discuss links between travel, sustainability and innovation
The 11th edition of the World Congress on Snow and Mountain Tourism will take place on 11-13 March 2020 in Andorra, under the theme ‘Tourism, Innovation and Sustainability’. The congress…
State of Gen Z survey finds concerns on ‘environmental impact’
Globetrender and YouthSight have surveyed young people within the Gen Z demographic, revealing their distinct sense of responsibility for the way they travel.
Hamburg expects surge of Gulf travellers in 2020
Germany’s second-biggest city, Hamburg, has become one of the favourite European travel destinations for Gulf travellers, with an increasing number of new experiences and events in the…
How to drive active engagement between travel brands and traveling customers in 2020 (and beyond)
Consumer-facing businesses around the world are all looking to seek out, attract and nurture the largest catchment of high-value customers that they possibly can. While brand loyalists…
UK visitors to GCC to increase 22% by 2024
A report ahead of ATM 2020 has revealed 2.8 million UK residents will travel to the GCC in 2024, an additional 500,000 travellers when compared to 2018.
ATM 2020: Indian visitors to GCC to increase 81% by 2024
The number of Indian tourists travelling to the GCC is expected to increase by 81% from 5.4 million in 2018 to 9.8 million in 2024, growing at CAGR of 10%.
Here’s how Brits can capitalise on the post-Brexit travel market
WeSwap has unveiled that 54% of Brits are most concerned about Brexit’s effect on holidaying in general, and the prospect of things such as EHIC cards no longer being valid.
Russian tourism to GCC worth USD 1.22 billion by 2023
Russian tourists travelling to the GCC are expected to generate an estimated USD 1.22 billion in travel and tourism revenue by 2023, an increase of 19% when compared with figures from 2018.
6 alternative ways to explore Ireland
Ireland is known to have every shade of green in its sweeping landscapes, but there’s more to the island than meets the eye.
Destination London: The UK’s most popular destinations
The team from InsightsX, the business intelligence tool provided by TravelgateX for the tourism market, has taken a full x-ray of the travel sector in the UK.
USA, Australia and India remain the UK’s top tourism markets
A study by ForwardKeys, the travel analytics firm, has produced rankings of the top long-haul inbound tourism markets for the UK.
‘Helo Travel’ encourages millions of users to visit India
Social media platform Helo has launched a three-month-long travel campaign called Helo Travel to encourage millions of users across nine regional language communities to "Say Helo to India".
UK delivers highest number of overseas visitors to Ibiza
Ibiza Tourist Board has revealed its latest tourism statistics and outlined its commitment to continuing to strengthen its position as an attractive holiday destination for British…
A Trip Back Home And A Lesson In Hospitality
After many years of living abroad, I recently returned for a visit to my old home city, Christchurch. A trip that was an emotional homecoming which was as enlightening as it was sad.
For…
Market on high: Cannabis feeds tourism growth
A survey conducted by Colorado Tourism reported that the 12 million or approximately 15% of travellers participated in marijuana-related activities.
DOT: Isusulong ang mas malaking papel ng Mindanao sa turismo ng bansa
Naniniwala ang Department of Tourism (DOT) na oras na para simulan ang mga mahahalagang proyekto sa Mindanao upang makatulong sa turismo ng Pilipinas.
Batanes ang boto ng mga netizen sa #CEBFlyMeTo ng Cebu Pacific
Batanes ang unang go-to destination ng mga netizen ayon sa Facebook crowdsourcing campaign ng Cebu Pacific.
Centara Hotels & Resorts launches all-inclusive marine experiences at two resorts in the Maldives
Centara Hotels & Resorts is offering all-inclusive marine packages at the Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa and the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa.
What travellers need to know about the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games
Curious about what it’s like to be at the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games? Here are some of the things that travellers need to know.
Indian tourist levels to Israel reach record breaking 31% in 2017
Israel, for the second consecutive year, has broken its tourism record of Indian arrivals reaching an all-time high of 31% growth from January to December, 2017 with around 60,000 Indian…
Joining offbeat trips is serious business: Q&A with Tripkada CEO April Cuenca
I recently sat down with Tripkada's April Cuenca to learn more about how both she and the startup she built are disrupting the Philippine travel industry.
Packdat start-up! Disrupting the travel market with Felix Lee
Felix Lee Zheng De looks like any other Singaporean engineering student: lanky, bespectacled, wearing jeans and trainers, raring to go anywhere. What sets this twenty-something apart is that…
Buddy up on budget adventures with Tripkada
Friendly, generous, caring, adventurous. These make us Filipinos the best chums or ‘barkada’ in virtually everything, particularly when travelling. Now, a local start-up weaponises these…
The new Indian wayfarer: young, digital, globetrotting
India remains a favourite of global travellers for its natural beauty and impressive architecture. So how do we explain the recent trend of Indian vacationers going to faraway continents…
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San Diego distilleries brewing another craft revolution
San Diego is gaining prestige as the “Capital of Craft Beer” with more than 150 craft distilleries in the area. They offer scenic tours, tasting rooms, and a sense of their sophisticated…
