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Why the 'Trump slump' affecting US tourism will be a big problem in 2026
With an upcoming FIFA World Cup being staged across the nation, 2026 was supposed to be a bumper year for tourism to the United States, driven in part by hordes of arriving soccer fans. And yet, the U.S. tourism industry is worried. While the rest…
Budget tourism gains traction in Kerala
Affordable luxury tourism is gaining traction among travellers in Kerala as the State rebounds from post-pandemic period. In 2021, the State government introduced two distinct tourism products to win the hearts of tourists and to diversify the…
Will a 'Trump slump' continue to hit US tourism in 2026 − and even keep World Cup fans away?
With an upcoming FIFA World Cup being staged across the nation, 2026 was supposed to be a bumper year for tourism to the United States, driven in part by hordes of arriving soccer fans. And yet, the U.S. tourism industry is worried. While the rest…
Japan has cancelled its famous cherry blossom festival over concerns about unruly tourism
News The local council said littering, traffic congestion and general disruption have all been on the up, but mammoth crowds are still expected for 2026 despite the cancellation Cities all over the world have their streets and parks erupt into a…
Scaling Up African Tourism: Fixing Execution, Hotel Supply, and Investment
Africa's tourism sector struggles more with execution and operational capacity than demand or branding. Investment tends to favor established players, while a lack of mid-range accommodations limits market growth and accessibility. Labor and talent…
Strip casino giant sees revenues decline in '25 as Las Vegas tourism dips
The Strip's largest casino operator is ready to put 2025 in the rearview mirror, as the city's tourism slump weighed on its fourth-quarter and full-year results. MGM Resorts International's Las Vegas Strip operations, which include nine casinos and…
How Brazil Became a Global Tourism Powerhouse, Attracting Visitors from Spain, Portugal, Germany, and Italy
Brazil is rapidly emerging as a global tourism powerhouse, attracting an unprecedented influx of international visitors, with Spain, Portugal, Germany, and Italy leading the surge. Recent travel statistics reveal a significant boost in arrivals…
Tourism ties strengthen as Israel becomes Cyprus' second-largest market
Cyprus and Israel reaffirmed close tourism cooperation during meetings held in Israel by Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis with Tourism Minister Haim Katz, on the sidelines of the International Tourism Fair IMTM. According to an official…
l'Alfàs del Pi tourism growth 2025
Tourism in l'Alfàs del Pi has strengthened its economic impact in 2025, driven by increased visitor spending and consistent international arrivals. In the first six months of the year, the town welcomed approximately 375,000 tourists…
Harford County opens FY27 Tourism Funding Program
Harford County ‘s Department of Economic Development has posted its FY 2027 Tourism Funding Program eligibility requirements, opening the enterprise for qualified nonprofit organizations, county officials announced. Funding opportunities…
Cyprus Business News: Eurobank, digital prosperity, tourism, CBC, housing
The Cyprus Mail covered the assembly live from Kuwait, with on-the-ground reporting from the opening session and ministerial round table as discussions moved quickly to the pace of AI development and the limits of existing governance. Addressing…
London councils call to keep half of funds raised by tourist tax
Councils across London have requested that they retain at least half of the profits from proposed tourist taxes in the capital. London Councils, a body that represents London's 32 boroughs and the City of London, is calling on the government to…
Denia showcases its tourism model to Colombian hotel leaders
Denia hosted a delegation of Colombian business leaders on February 4 as part of an international training programme aimed at senior figures in the hospitality sector. The Mayor of Denia and Councillor for Tourism, Vicent Grimalt, welcomed the…
Ditch paper arrival cards before the Olympics, government warned
Tourism industry figures are urging the Albanese government to make a major investment in upgrading antiquated arrival systems, including paper customs declaration cards, or face international embarrassment when the influx of tourists hits for the…
Is A Data Center Coming To Calvert County? Officials Invite Other Towns To Share Firsthand Experiences
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — Calvert's Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) heard a presentation at the Jan. 28 special meeting to better understand firsthand experiences of rural counties that have added data centers to their area. County…
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