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Tourism industry council warns sector at 'tipping point
The Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) says the sector is at a critical turning point, with rising fuel costs and operational pressures pushing businesses to the brink. Data shows tourism bookings remained strong over the Easter long…
Editorial | Hong Kong must diversify and adapt to changing tourism market
Notwithstanding the unsettling global environment, the Easter holidays remain a top travel season in many parts of the world. As Hongkongers took advantage of the consecutive Ching Ming Festival this year to head north and overseas, the city was…
Calderdale wind farm 'will not stop Bronte tourism'
Spencer StokesYorkshire business correspondent The developers of England's largest wind farm have claimed that the turbines will not discourage visitors to moors once loved by the Bronte sisters. Calderdale Energy Park is applying to construct 34…
Scottish rail tourism partnership drives winter breaks boost
It highlighted rail as a comfortable, sustainable and memorable way to travel north via TV ads, digital display and a dedicated landing page. According to VisitScotland, the activity culminated in over 1,000 Caledonian Sleeper bookings and…
Australia is home to two of the world's best cities for sports tourism in 2026 - with a surprising contender
You've heard of eco-tourism and adventure tourism, but have you heard of sports tourism ? 'Sports tripping' is the latest travel trend that has fans packing their suitcases for Grand Slam tennis tournaments or Premier League football matches, then…
The summer of 2026 could be an indicator of the next half decade in Philly tourism
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! Tourism officials in Philadelphia gathered Tuesday at the National Constitution Center to discuss bringing tourists to town and…
How a shorter SXSW hit downtown Austin's tourism
South by Southwest looked different this year, but organizers say they believe attendance held steady, even as the shorter schedule might have cut into overall tourism revenue. Why it matters: SXSW's new schedule was a major test — not just…
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announces Tourism Improvement District
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago is promoting a new tax, on certain hotel stays in the city. City Council approved the so called Tourism Improvement District earlier this year, and it impacts bigger hotels in certain neighborhoods. The total tax on a hotel…
Caribbean Tourism Surged in 2025 - Even as Hurricane Melissa Battered Jamaica
The Caribbean just proved it can tragically absorb a catastrophic storm and still break tourism records. The question is how many more hits can it take. The Caribbean posted its strongest tourism numbers since before the pandemic last year —…
Meet the new Maine tourism and outdoors reporter
When people ask me about Portland, I can brag about many aspects of my adopted home. I love the restaurants and the art galleries, the feeling of walking through the West End during a snowstorm or picnicking on the Eastern Promenade on a clear…
DCT Abu Dhabi posts record performance across culture, tourism in 2025
Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi welcomed a record 26.6 million visitors in 2025, reinforcing its position as an emerging global cultural capital and a tourism destination of choice, according to the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT…
Nepal vows action against trekker rescue scam
Nepal's government has developed tough measures to stamp out insurance scams involving unnecessary helicopter rescues of trekkers, an official said Tuesday, a long-running racket threatening the country's vital tourism industry. SCROLL TO CONTINUE…
Outdoor tourism popularity climbs across Europe
Eurostat reported on April 6, 2026, that nights spent at camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks, and trailer parks across the European Union reached 413 million in 2025. While camping and caravanning accounted for 13.4 per cent of all tourist…
Brits could face £10-a-night fees in Barcelona amidst tourist tax shake-up
A popular city break destination in Spain has doubled its tourist taxes, and Brits could face paying an extra €12 (just over £10) per person per night on their next stay. Barcelona saw 16 million visitors in 2025, a year-on-year…
Alicante breaks Semana Santa records as tourism tops 90%
Alicante has closed this year's Semana Santa with streets full, terraces busy, and a steady flow of visitors that could be felt from the coast to the historic centres. The 2026 Easter period has not only brought strong activity, but has marked one…
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