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Israel Tourism Spotlights The Country And Its People In New Campaign
Western Wall at the Dome Of The Rock on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, Israel Israel is a country with a lot of appeal to travelers. Those with an interest in religion will find shrines and buildings built by Christians, Moslems, and Jews alike.
China is cruising to become the world's top tourism market, analysts say
An expansion of visa-free entry, the buildout of transportation networks and growing travel interest within China's borders – including among budget-conscious citizens – are positioning the country to become the world's top tourism…
Cyprus urged to develop industrial tourism for authentic experiences
Cyprus has room to develop industrial tourism despite the absence of heavy industry, experts said during an international conference in Nicosia, pointing to food and drink production, winemaking, cosmetics and agriculture as sectors that could…
Egypt Expects Record Tourism Numbers in 2026 Despite Iran War
Egypt expects to attract as many as 20 million tourists this year — a new record — despite spillover effects from the Iran war that includes flight disruptions and more expensive travel. While the annual forecast is less than expected…
How Maldives Tourism Helps Train Marine Scientists The Country Desperately Needs
Floating coral nursery with planted coral fragments in Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru in the Maldives. Travelers visiting the Maldives often judge the destination by what they can see: lively coral gardens around the island, turtles during a snorkeling…
Giant ant puppets swarm streets of Spanish island in anti-tourism protest
Hundreds of protestors dressed as ants gathered in Menorca last weekend as part of an ongoing battle against overtourism on the island. On 13 June, Via Menorca's “We Are Fed Up” campaign launched with a rally in the square in front of…
Indo-Arab tourism summit logo released
Minister for Tourism, Cinema and Culture P.C. Vishnunadh on Monday released the logo of the Indo-Arab Connect 2026 scheduled to be held in Kochi from August 31 to September 2. Speaking after releasing the logo, the minister said tourists from Arab…
Amazon Prime Day hotel sale gives Chicago tourism a boost
The city's tourism arm is teaming up with Amazon to feature Chicago hotels as part of the upcoming Amazon Prime Day sale. Why it matters: Chicago is the only destination featured in the promotion, marking Choose Chicago's first partnership with…
7% Fewer Europeans Visited The US In May, Before World Cup
European tourists pulled back on traveling to the U.S. in May—another sign the country's inbound tourism recovery was flailing before the summer of the World Cup. The U.S. is hoping World Cup soccer fans from Germany and other international…
Mallorca Responsible Tourism Foundation Reaffirms its Pledge to Responsible Travel
As part of its strategy to promote sustainable tourism and ensure a positive experience for both residents and visitors, the Consell de Mallorca is encouraging holidaymakers to help preserve the island's natural environment, cultural heritage and…
From K-pop to K-glow: lasers, facial firming drive South Korea's new tourism wave
Medical tourists nearly doubled to 2 mln in 2025 Lure of non-invasive skin treatments outpaces cosmetic surgery Health authorities hope to keep up the momentum SEOUL — Mexican Maria Zu first visited Seoul eight years ago to tour the cafes…
Homeless people seek shelter on Thailand's Pattaya Beach, raising tourism image concerns
Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments Published Jun 16, 2026, 05:56 PM BANGKOK – Business operators in Pattaya are urging relevant agencies to take urgent action after homeless people were found using Pattaya Beach and…
Global wine tourism to hit US$138.4bn by 2033
Wine tourism is projected to hit US$138.4 billion (£103.15 billion) by 2033, becoming a major driver of global tourism as travellers increasingly shun standard sightseeing for immersive, authentic experiences such as wine tastings, harvest…
Vietnam is becoming the hottest tourist hotspot in Southeast Asia-and trying to avoid Thailand's mistakes
Vietnam is fast becoming Southeast Asia's hottest holiday destination. Just over 21 million people visited Vietnam in 2025, a 20% jump from the year before, according to government statistics. Last year, Vietnam surpassed Thailand as the most…
SUNWAY SIGNS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH TOURISM MALAYSIA TO PROMOTE VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR 2026-27
Sunway Hospitality Group, Malaysia's leading hospitality company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tourism Malaysia that will support the Visit Malaysia Year 2026-27 campaign and position this vibrant Southeast Asian nation as a…
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