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South Africa sees strongest tourism growth of 2026
South Africa recorded 989,329 international tourist arrivals in April, marking the country's strongest monthly year-on-year tourism growth so far this year despite ongoing global aviation disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East.
Sacramento leaders look to museums as next major driver for tourism and economic growth
From classic cars to history, art, and science, Sacramento has more than a mile of museums right along its riverfront. There's now an idea to help create more tourism by promoting and expanding museums. Tourism generates more than $40 million in…
Pratik Mathur Strengthens India's Tourism and Aviation Outreach in Shanghai
As India expands its global engagement across tourism, aviation, and regional connectivity, Shanghai has emerged as an important platform for advancing India's strategic partnerships across Asia. Over the past week, Consul General of India in…
This gaming stock has room to run, powered by resilient Las Vegas tourism, JPMorgan says
MGM Resorts International is likely to gain ground as Las Vegas Strip tourism powers ahead, according to JPMorgan. The investment bank upgraded MGM to overweight from neutral on Wednesday, raising its 12-month price target on the casino operator to…
The Observers - How Norwegian researchers are using satellite images to track tourism's environmental impact
Steep peaks plunging into a turquoise sea…. Instagram is flooded with videos showcasing the beauty of the Lofoten Islands, highlighting 'must-do' treks and 'hidden gems' throughout the Norwegian archipelago. Located north of the Arctic…
KTO enlists high-end Japanese outdoor brand to boost regional tourism
Seeking to steer a booming domestic camping market away from the crowded outskirts of the capital region, Korea's state tourism agency is enlisting private sector muscle to redirect outdoor enthusiasts toward the country's rural provinces. The…
Informa Markets Partners with Hong Kong Tourism Board to Launch 'The Festival of Connoisseurs' in Hong Kong
This three-year partnership will create a significant new luxury lifestyle platform in Asia, bringing an unprecedented 'City-as-Your-Showroom' experience to Hong Kong's most iconic destinations HONG KONG, May 27, 2026 /CNW/ -- Informa Markets, a…
New Innovations, Expanding Partnerships, and Tourism Resilience at Trip.com Group's Envision 2026
* Strategic roadmap built on partnership, AI intelligence, and shared value across every segment of the travel ecosystem * Trip.com Group awards USD 600,000 in grants to recognise tourism innovation and next-generation travel experiences * Trip.com…
China's tech rise is creating a new kind of tourism
For decades, the pilgrimage route for ambitious tech founders, investors, and engineers led to Silicon Valley. Now, a growing number of them are flying to Shanghai, Hangzhou, or Shenzhen instead. China is seeing a surge in a new kind of tech…
Inside India newsletter: Iran war disruptions, Modi's appeal to boost India's hospitality sector
The conflict in the Middle East has plunged India into economic adversity, with its currency weakening, the import bill rising, and mounting concerns about a slowdown in growth. India's domestic travel and tourism industry is showing signs of a…
American Airlines Shutdown Wave, Unannounced Hyatt Change & Dubai's $400M Tourism Bailout
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Santa Barbara Tourism Sees Uptick After Slow Start to Fiscal Year
What started as a quiet year for Santa Barbara tourism has picked up during the spring season. Hotel occupancy was at 74% from February to April, which is a 10% increase from the same time last year, according to Visit Santa Barbara President and…
Airlines, hotels warn against Trump admin threat to international flights to 'sanctuary cities'
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said in an interview on Fox News' 'Hannity' on Tuesday night that if 'radical left Democrats' aren't allowing the government to 'enforce federal laws...we shouldn't be processing international flights…
Inside Snackpacking, The Travel Trend Gen Z Is Obsessed With
From fluffy egg salad sandwiches in Japan to matcha lava cakes in Thailand, ‘snackpacking' is taking over social media. Seeking out hyper-local snacks you can't find at home when on vacation has officially become a travel trend. From fluffy…
Micro-drama platform V+Short founders talk content trends and production powerhouses
Exchanging stories around a fire is a tradition as old as time, a practice that has been passed down through generations and civilisations. These days, the light of the fire may have been replaced by the glow of a small screen, and our attention…
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