Tourism Economics Expands Symphony Intelligence Platform to International Markets

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In Brief: Building on its adoption by more than 250 destinations and 3,000 users, Symphony brings streamlined destination intelligence and expert support to tourism organizations worldwide. Tourism Economics is expanding its Symphony Intelligence Platform internationally, introducing the solution to destination marketing and tourism organizations at World Travel Market (WTM) LondonContinue Reading

We Are Now in the 4th Quarter

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In Brief: Terence Ronson’s state-of-the-nation for travel, tourism and hospitality: what 2026 changed, where the industry stands as the fourth quarter opens, and four plays — Count it, Claim it, Cap it, Prove it — for owners and operators. We Are Now in the 4th Quarter – Image Credit Pertlink   Continue Reading

International Visitor Spending in U.S. Falls 5% in August As Tourism Receipts Decline

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In Brief: International visitors spent nearly $19.9 billion in the United States in August 2026, down 5% year over year, according to NTTO data. Spending on lodging, dining, recreation, and other travel-related goods and services fell nearly 9%, while total international visitor spending through August reached $165 billion, down nearlyContinue Reading