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Japan is undermining prospects of its 'tourism nation' strategy
At the beginning of the 21st century, Japan formally proposed its 'tourism nation' strategy and enacted the Tourism Nation Promotion Basic Law in 2006, aiming to develop tourism into a pillar industry of the national economy. Subsequently, driven…
$600M Daily Blow: Mideast War Triggers Global Tourism Crisis and 5,000+ Flight Cuts
Geopolitical tensions in West Asia are beginning to ripple through the global tourism ecosystem, disrupting aviation networks, raising travel costs, and forcing thousands of travelers to delay or alter holiday plans across the Gulf region. Airspace…
Chicago Approves 19% Hotel Tax To Fund Tourism Push
The Chicago City Council has approved a plan to boost tourism marketing by raising hotel taxes. Under Ordinance 2026-0022544, the total tax rate on hotel rooms will increase from 17.5% to 19% in downtown and nearby areas, according to Fox News. The…
Can An Electric Snowmobile Become The Tesla Of Winter Tourism?
Canadian company Taiga Motors launched three new electric snowmobile models this month to target the many European ski resorts that have committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Montreal-based company says it has shipped around 2,000…
Tourism sector emerging as key growth engine for development of A.P., says Minister
The tourism sector is emerging as a key “growth engine” for the economic development of Andhra Pradesh, said Kandula Durgesh, Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Cinematography, on Tuesday (March 24, 2026). Ahead of a meeting with…
Stefanou demands govt action to save Cyprus' tourism sector
Akel leader Stefanos Stefanou on Tuesday demanded that the government take action to save the island's tourism industry amid an ongoing conflict in the Middle East and reports of declining bookings after the island was hit by an Iranian-made drone…
Rocco Forte: Middle East tourism 'could increase' after ceasefire
Tourism volumes to the Middle East could increase after a ceasefire in the region if the US and Israel topple the Iranian regime, Sir Rocco Forte has said as he doubled down on investment plans in the region despite an exodus of visitors. The…
Tourism summit hears how 'authenticity' and the warm Highland welcome lie at the heart of the industry's success
A gathering of passionate tourism professionals in Inverness gained an inspirational insight into how the authenticity of Highland visitor experiences can fuel a bright future for the industry. Hosted by the Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards…
Tourism sector warns of slowdown in early season bookings
Cyprus hoteliers in Ayia Napa, Protaras and Larnaca are warning of a sharp slowdown in bookings ahead of the new tourism season, as the war in the Middle East continues to weigh on travel demand. According to Politis, hotel operators in the…
Costa Blanca approves 2026 action plan to boost tourism strategy
The Costa Blanca Tourist Board has approved its 2026 Action Plan, setting out a roadmap aimed at strengthening tourism promotion, sustainability and digital development across the province. The plan, endorsed by the Alicante Provincial Council…
Cyprus Business Now: BoC, tourism, poverty, trade union, credit rating, Paphos
The agency said the ratings are supported by the continued strengthening of public finances, reflected in sustained budget surpluses, declining public debt and low fiscal risks in the short to medium term. “ This is reflected in sustained…
Trishaw rides still popular in Penang as hot weather fails to deter tourists
GEORGE TOWN: Scorching temperatures in Penang, particularly in the North-East District, have done little to deter tourists, with popular attractions continuing to draw strong crowds during the Hari Raya and school holiday period. A survey at Chew…
Gov. Healey urges Mass. travel, tourism sector to 'meet this moment
It's a make-or-break few months ahead for Massachusetts as officials and the tourism industry gear up for visitors to pour into the state for a slew of events. Gov. Maura Healey spoke to industry members on Tuesday in Danvers, calling on them to…
Dubai hotel occupancy plummets as war grips region
Occupancy of Dubai hotels fell to 16% last week, down from the normal seasonal average of 90%, according to the Financial Times. War has upended the tourism industry in the city, as it has across the Gulf, with hotels shutting floors or entire…
Gochang looks to its past to build sustainable future
Gochang, a coastal county in North Jeolla Province long known for its dolmens and tidal flats, is positioning itself as a “sustainable world heritage city” and leveraging its cultural assets to confront depopulation and build a new…
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