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MENA tourism industry looks to Chinese market recovery as outbound demand remains resilient
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) tourism industry is preparing for the gradual return of Chinese visitors as outbound travel from China continues to strengthen despite recent geopolitical disruption. According to new research from Dragon…
Korea sees strong growth in visitors from Americas, Europe as tourism market diversifies
Korea drew 10.71 million foreign visitors in the first half of 2026, stemming from sustained growth from the Americas, Europe and Oceania as evidence that the country's tourism market is diversifying beyond its traditional base in Asia, the…
Annual investment in travel and tourism surpasses $1 trillion
Aug 6, 202611:35 GMT by Ian Taylor Global travel and tourism investment exceeded $1 trillion last year for the first time since 2019, rising 8.5% year on year and demonstrating “growing confidence in the sector”, according to the…
WATCH: Vintage Irish tourism video shows off the best bits of Ireland
'Discovering Ireland,' an Irish tourism promotional film produced in 1982 by Bord Fáilte (now known as Fáilte Ireland), presents Ireland and its rich history as an attractive holiday destination. From the bustling streets of Dublin…
China set to overtake US to be global leader in travel and tourism investment in next decade: report
Foreign tourists wait to board a high-speed train at Luoyang Longmen Railway Station in Luoyang, Central China's Henan Province, on May 1, 2026. China has the world's second-largest travel and tourism investment pipeline and is set to overtake the…
As Nolan's Odyssey draws global audiences, Sicily's Favignana braces itself for film tourism
ROME – The tiny Italian Mediterranean island of Favignana hopes film-maker Christopher Nolan's blockbuster The Odyssey will help it attract more visitors, but wants to avoid falling into the trap of overtourism. Released in July, The Odyssey…
As Nolan's 'Odyssey' draws global audiences, Sicily's Favignana braces for film tourism
Permanent “Odyssey” exhibition planned at former tuna plant Hotel operators hope film extends tourism into spring, avoiding a damaging visitor surge Favignana has a permanent population of only around 3,000 ROME — The tiny…
Georgia Sees an Increase in Tourism from GCC Visitors
Georgia is emerging as one of the fastest-growing destinations for travelers from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC. Data suggests that in 2025 Georgia welcomed 145,513 visits from the Gulf countries, representing 3.4% increase compared to the…
Tourism Australia releases new strategy to grow global demand
Tourism Australia has released its new 10-year strategic Tourism 2035 plan, aimed at creating future demand and competitiveness for Australia as a destination internationally and supporting the nation's tourism sector. The strategy aims to grow…
Tourism ministry's partnership with Netflix, YouTube can create wonders: Shekhawat
The Ministry of Tourism's partnership with private entities such as Netflix, Google, YouTube, and Air India can 'create wonders' in promoting Indian tourist destinations, Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said on Wednesday. He said this…
Korea Tourism Organization Canada Launches 'Hello Korea' Promotion and K-Travel Fest, Rewarding Travelers with Exclusive Perks in Toronto
TORONTO, Aug. 5, 2026 /CNW/ -- The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) Canada is building on the momentum of its 'Ride to Korea' summer campaign with a new initiative aimed at rewarding Canadians who turn their Korea travel plans into reality. KTO…
trivago Stock: High Upside Left After Impressive Q2 (NASDAQ:TRVG)
trivago N.V. reported great Q2 earnings momentum as the turnaround gains ground. Brand investments are clearly working for TRVG, driving high returns on marketing and improvements across operational metrics. Despite a volatile tourism industry…
UTB taps Ghetto Kids to market Uganda
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) is set to enlist the internationally acclaimed Ghetto Kids as tourism ambassadors, hoping to turn the dance group's growing global profile into a platform for promoting Uganda ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations…
Brazil integrates Pix with China's UnionPay network
Aug. 6 (UPI) -- Brazil and China have launched a pilot program that will allow Chinese tourists and consumers to pay with the UnionPay app at Brazilian businesses that accept Pix. The initiative expands financial cooperation between the two…
The hottest travel trend of 2026 is a 9pm bedtime - I went off-grid to find out why
Is a 9pm bedtime the ultimate travel flex of 2026? For decades, we've been conditioned to treat holidays like an endurance sport – red-eye flights, marathon sightseeing tours and long days on your feet that leave you needing a vacation from…
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