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Seoul city gov't audits homestays as tourism booms
For a decade, Seoul has nudged its residents to open their doors to foreigners, turning spare bedrooms and historic hanok, or traditional Korean houses, into the front line of the city's hospitality drive. But as international arrivals swell to…
US on track to lose its title as the world's leading tourism economy
China is projected to surpass the United States as the world's largest outbound travel market, according to new research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The country welcomed over 68 million international visitors in 2025, marking a…
China on track to surpass US as world's leading travel and tourism economy
China is on track to overtake the US as the world's largest outbound travel market, according to new research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). Data from the new 2026 Economic Impact Research (EIR) found China has shown how long-term…
James Bond' castle link sparks £4.5m North Wales tourism boost
A “James Bond castle” is helping drive a £4.5m tourism boom as thousands of big-spending Japanese tourists head to North Wales this summer. Tourism leaders say Japanese visitor numbers have bounced back strongly since the…
Telangana constitutes committee to examine international medical tourism in govt. hospitals
The Telangana government has constituted a committee to examine the introduction and promotion of international medical tourism in government hospitals, in line with the State's Tourism Policy 2025–2030, which identifies Medical and Wellness…
Lake District groups call for holiday let homes curbs
Federica BedendoNorth East and Cumbria Ella Hardy says she would not be able to afford to do her dream job at a bistro and hotel in the Lake District if her employer did not provide accommodation for staff. The 24-year-old moved to Grasmere three…
Anti-tourism protesters vow to collapse Palma with demonstration
Anti-tourism protesters have vowed to collapse a Spanish holiday hotspot with a 'historic' demonstration next month. Activists announced their intention to take to the streets of the Majorcan capital, Palma, on Sunday as they staged a mini-protest…
Spain's visitor numbers hit new highs as tourists avoid Middle East
Guy HedgecoeBusiness reporter, Benidorm From the rooftop terrace of a hotel, Fede Fuster looks out across Benidorm, at the nearby high-rise buildings and the town's famous, sweeping beach. 'With all its virtues and its defects this is a place we…
6 Safe Destinations Crushing Tourism Records Right Now
If you've been following along lately, the Travel Off Path team hasn't been hyping up Cancun, New York, or Paris — we've been living up to our name. On the downside, venturing too far into the unknown can lead to some sketchy situations, so…
East Dam to trial real-name booking system for holiday crowds
A trial real-name reservation system will be introduced at Sai Kung's East Dam to manage overcrowding and protect natural resources, according to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD). SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The…
Outbound travel plummets over 20% as West Asia conflict disrupts tourism
The West Asia conflict led to over 20 per cent reduction in overseas travel by Indians in March and April, provisional data released by the union tourism ministry shows. Foreign travel arrivals declined by over 5 per cent and 14 per cent in March…
NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry
Italian fashion house Prada on Sunday unveiled the inner-layer garment set to be worn by NASA astronauts heading into space, underscoring the brand's push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry. The body-hugging…
Tourism employees find many reasons to stay and help Kamloops grow
When most people picture someone who works in tourism, they picture the same thing. A summer job. A patio shift. A few months at a front desk before something more serious comes along. Seasonal work for students and travellers passing through. I…
Fashion Meets Space: NASA Astronauts To Wear Prada's Long Johns On Moon Mission
Italian fashion house Prada unveiled on Sunday the inner-layer garment set to be worn by NASA astronauts heading into space, underscoring the brand's push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry. The body-hugging…
With China's Xi in North Korea, Kim to project confidence, defiance
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping to Pyongyang on Monday, feeling in a position of strength with a firm ally in Russia, a nuclear arsenal and little apparent appetite to engage with Washington. SCROLL TO CONTINUE…
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