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U.S. tourism is in a 'Trump slump' that could push World Cup fans away
With an upcoming FIFA World Cup being staged across the nation, 2026 was supposed to be a bumper year for tourism to the United States, driven in part by hordes of arriving soccer fans. And yet, the U.S. tourism industry is worried. While the rest…
Marty Supreme movie drives surge in table tennis tourism
Marty Supreme has been a huge success grossing over $147 million since its opening - and now its spurring a new tourism interest. The New York City -set movie, which sees Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet) use his ping-pong skills to hustle…
Culture ministry appoints Kang Jung-won as first tourism policy office chief
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism appointed Kang Jung-won, a former deputy minister-level official who oversaw culture and arts policy, as the inaugural head of its newly created Tourism Policy Office. The move marked the first deputy…
Casinos won big in 2025 even as Las Vegas saw first post-COVID tourism decline
Las Vegas Strip and downtown casinos closed out 2025 with a slight uptick in gambling revenue despite a significant drop in visitors and signs of pricing fatigue among customers, according to public data and industry analysts. The Las Vegas gaming…
Marriott Expects Olympics and World Cup Lift: Live Tourism as New 'Norm
Marriott expects major sporting events like the World Cup and Olympics to significantly boost hotel bookings and revenues. The company sees 'event travel' or 'Live Tourism' as a new norm, with steady demand for experiential travel driving growth.
Lt. Gov. Nungesser outlines 2026 tourism initiatives at Shreveport Chamber breakfast
SHREVEPORT, La. — Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser delivered the keynote address Tuesday morning at the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce breakfast, highlighting the state's upcoming tourism initiatives for 2026. Speaking at the Petroleum Club…
This Unknown Caribbean Island With Untouched Beaches Is Breaking Tourism Records
Tired of your usual Cancuns and Punta Canas, with the jam-packed resorts, bachelor parties, and week-round debauchery? This lesser-known island in the Caribbean, with virtually untouched beaches, turquoise waters, and authentic culture, still has…
The seven-figure sum council thinks 'tourism tax' could raise in first year
The process of implementing a charge on tourists staying overnight in Gwynedd is moving a step forward. The controversia l visitor levy could be operational in the county by October 2027, if it is adopted. The proposed fees, which have sparked…
Sadiq Khan to get new licensing powers to fully 'unleash' London hospitality sector
Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Sir Sadiq Khan is to be granted new licensing…
Walmart buys land in Orlando's tourism corridor for new supercenter
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Walmart continued its recent buying spree, scooping up prime real estate in the heart of Orlando's tourism corridor where an immersive art and events center called AREA15 was once going. The company paid…
NYC Mayor Mamdani pushing for free bus pilot program during FIFA World Cup
The Mamdani administration is pushing for a free bus pilot program to be conducted over five weeks this summer as New York hosts this year's FIFA World Cup, a source familiar with the matter told the Daily News. The mayor's proposal is to run all…
Cuba is reaching 'breaking point' as fuel shortage worsens. What to know - National
The suspension of Air Canada flights to Cuba after the country warned airlines of a fuel shortage marks the latest blow for the island's economy amid increased pressure from the Trump administration. Cuba had been weathering economic hardship…
In China, consumerism trumps nationalism despite tensions with the U.S. and Japan
HONG KONG -- In China, consumerism appears to outweigh nationalism regardless of how testy relations have become in recent diplomatic spats with countries like Japan and the United States. It has been common practice for the ruling Communist Party…
Reception held in Kenya to mark Chinese New Year, wrap up 2025 culture season
NAIROBI, Feb. 10 (Xinhua) -- A reception marking the upcoming Chinese New Year and the close of the 2025 China-Kenya Culture and Tourism Season was held Tuesday in Nairobi, bringing together officials, lawmakers, diplomats and scholars. Hanna…
Shaking off scathing audit, Visit Orlando nabs $100 million annual deal
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Despite an unflattering audit that had exposed questionable spending, Visit Orlando won a renewed contract Tuesday from Orange County that likely ensures the tourism-promotion agency will continue…
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