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What's changed in New Orleans' tourism industry: Rising visitors but a steeper summer slump.
By some counts, 2025 was one of the best years on record for the New Orleans hospitality industry. An estimated 19.4 million visitors poured into the city, according to a recent study by travel consultants MMGY Global, the most since before the…
A sustainable, inclusive and globally competitive tourism industry can be built through close partnerships and collaboration - PM
The 13th Edition of Sancharaka Udawa 2026, Sri Lanka's foremost Travel & Tourism Fair held under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre – BMICH, Colombo on Friday [15th…
Tourism operators priced out of own industry conference
Despite Carnarvon hosting the 2026 WA Tourism Conference, local operators feel they have been left behind in the planning of the event. Some tourism businesses cannot afford to attend the conference when it is in town from May 25–27. About…
Sustainable Tourism In The South Pacific: How Vanuatu Leads The Way
The port side of Havannah Boat House in Vanuatu. The home behaves more like an organism than a building, adapting to the landscape. The first thing Miranda Hodge wants you to notice about Havannah Boat House on the South Pacific Island of Vanuatu…
UK tourism industry could collapse under new 'holiday levy
Tourism in Britain is 'being taxed out of existence' and could collapse under the Government's proposed 'holiday levy', a lettings boss has warned. Kate Allen, who runs Finest Stays in South Devon, condemned the move – announced in the…
Business travel, family trips and cultural experiences boost Louisiana tourism economy
Tourism plays a vital role in Louisiana's economic and cultural identity, supporting jobs, businesses and communities across the state. From world-renowned festivals and cuisine to history and outdoor experiences, Louisiana attracts millions of…
Maine's tourism economy is in decline | Letter
I read the May 8 article “Who visited Maine in 2025, and how much did they spend? ” hoping to get the lowdown on Maine's recent tourist visitation and economic impact. By the end of the article, I felt confused and misled. We're told…
In Himachal Pradesh, tourism and migration are altering beliefs that kept forests safe
In Himachal Pradesh, the influence of traditional beliefs, religion and cultural practices continues to shape the conservation of forest land. Dev Vans, or sacred groves, are forest patches revered as the domain of local deities (devtas). Village…
Extra fee for travellers in budget a 'blatant tax grab', industry says
Travel industry leaders are furious with the federal government for slugging travellers with an increased departure tax in last week's budget, without detailing where the money will be spent. One tourism industry figure has called it “a…
Tourism Kamloops polling locals on economy, infrastructure and quality of life
Tourism Kamloops is once again seeking locals' feedback on the tourism industry in their hometown. Tourism Kamloops wants to know what locals think about how tourism is affecting life in their community. The agency launched its annual resident…
CAPITOL ROUNDUP: 2026 PGA Championship shows why PA is best place to visit and do business
WILKES-BARRE — The Shapiro Administration is leveraging the international spotlight that's on the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club to promote Pennsylvania to visitors and growing businesses from around the world this week. The…
Brits given stark £140 warning about new holiday tax - 'taxed out of existence'
Holiday bookings in Cornwall are already 16% down year on year Tourism could collapse under the Labour Government's proposed holiday tax, a lettings boss has warned. The Overnight Visitor Levy, an additional fee paid to overnight stays in hotels…
POLL: Would you pay Rachel Reeves' holiday tax on UK break?
The new tax was proposed by the government last November A new tourism tax was announced in the King's Speech last week, which could see holidaymakers charged a levy on stays across the nation. The Overnight Visitor Levy will be added to stays in…
Ryanair cuts 700,000 seats and closes airport base in major route shake-up
Ryanair has axed a staggering 700,000 seats across 12 routes - potentially disrupting holiday plans. The budget carrier will shut its three-aircraft Thessaloniki base and scale back operations at Athens Airport for the forthcoming winter season.
Luxury hotel chains upbeat on Sri Lanka market
Luxury hotels in Sri Lanka registered strong growth in FY2026 driven by leisure and meetings, incentives, conference and events (MICE) segments. While the West Asia conflict has resulted in a drop in arrivals in March and April, operators remain…
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