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As Nolan's 'Odyssey' draws global audiences, Sicily's Favignana braces for film tourism
The tiny Italian Mediterranean island of Favignana hopes Christopher Nolan's blockbuster 'The Odyssey' will help it to attract more visitors but wants to avoid falling into the trap of overtourism. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Released last…
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…
Heatwaves boost Swiss mountain railway tourism
An analysis of visitor figures from over 140 member companies showed a 7% increase in first-time visits across Switzerland from the start of the season to the end of July compared with the previous year, said the industry association Seilbahnen…
Tennessee tourism saw another record-breaking year
A surge of visitors led to another record-breaking year for Tennessee tourism, with tourists' spending hitting a high-water mark of $32.5 billion. Why it matters: Sales taxes are Tennessee's biggest revenue driver. Visitor spending at restaurants…
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…
U.S. influencer bashes Switzerland-do videos like this hurt tourism?
A man is sitting on the shore of Lake Zurich. A U.S. influencer criticizes the “beaches” in Switzerland on Instagram, saying she's used to something different in California. Could videos like this damage Switzerland's image? In an…
Indigenous communities aren't rejecting tourism - they just want to shape it themselves
Imagine the scene: tourists riding in a jeep through Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro's largest favela. With their cameras at the ready, they listen to stories of gang violence and gawp at people's homes, believing they are learning about the…
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…
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…
Smoky Mountains drive tourism to new levels, state officials say
(The Center Square) – A partnership that kept the Great Smoky Mountains National Park open during the 2025 government shutdown is a factor in an increase in visitor spending, state officials said. Tourists spent $32.5 billion in 2025, a 2.7%…
Vegas workers say they have been hit by tourism slump fueled by Trump-era tariffs and high costs
Behind Las Vegas' extravagant hotels, packed arenas and world-class shows, some hospitality workers keeping the city afloat say they're barely holding on -- squeezed by a tourism slowdown they blame on the Trump administration's tariffs, high gas…
Tamil Nadu Budget: Western districts to gain from textile, tourism, and energy initiatives
The western districts of Tamil Nadu, from Coimbatore to Krishnagiri, are expected to benefit from the State Budget 2026-27 announcements on textiles, electricity, and tourism. Presenting the maiden Budget of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led…
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…
Over $1 Trillion Investment in Travel & Tourism Signals a Vote of Confidence in the Sector's Future
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today unveiled its latest Economic Impact Research (EIR): Global Trends Report, highlighting how investment and policy support are key drivers of growth in the global Travel & Tourism sector. The research…
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