In Brief: Hotel investment in Asia Pacific rose to US$8 billion in the first half of 2026, as stronger room rates, recovering tourism and limited new supply supported investor interest, particularly in Japan, Mainland China and Korea. CBRE: Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Rises 21% as Supply Growth Remains Limited –Continue Reading
Hospitality education continues to play an important role in developing the industry’s future workforce. Across the country, colleges and universities are combining classroom instruction with hands-on experience, industry partnerships, and specialized areas of study to prepare students for careers throughout the hotel and hospitality sector. The programs featured here reflectContinue Reading
In Brief: Trip.com Group data for Golden Week 2026 indicates a significant rise in early outbound departures, extended trip durations, and increased demand for multi-destination and long-haul travel among Chinese tourists, with notable growth in both outbound and inbound tourism across Asia and beyond. Trip.com Group Reports Surge in Outbound,Continue Reading
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Las Vegas tourism may have taken a hit last year, but new data suggests Sin City may be showing signs of life again. Las Vegas topped Priceline’s list of U.S. destinations with the biggest year-over-year increase in searches for September, beating outContinue Reading
In Brief: International tourism grew modestly in the first half of 2026, with global arrivals up by 0.4% even as insecurity in the Middle East, elevated oil prices, and broader inflationary pressures tested the sector’s resilience. International Tourism Holds Steady with 0.4% Growth in First Half of 2026 As MiddleContinue Reading
Accor is accelerating its development in Egypt. At a meeting held this week in the New Administrative Capital, the group’s Chairman and CEO, Sébastien Bazin, confirmed to Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and his Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, the addition of around 25,000 rooms in the countryContinue Reading
In Brief: The Caribbean Tourism Organization has named Courtney-Diana Walker to lead its Sustainable Tourism Program, signaling a focused effort to advance sustainability initiatives and policies across the region’s tourism sector. Courtney-Diana Walker – Image Credit CTO The Caribbean Tourism Organization has appointed Courtney-Diana Walker as program officer, sustainable tourism,Continue Reading
Florida’s wildlife agency has proposed new rules to strengthen protections for sloths imported into the state, four months after an Inside Climate News investigation revealed dozens of wild sloths from South America died at a planned Orlando tourism attraction. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission already requires individuals andContinue Reading
Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG) is putting the final touches to the inaugural Nyanga Mountain Valley Marathon and Music Festival, with preparations for the sporting event, entertainment programme and guest experience gathering pace ahead of the 26 September 2026 event. The weekend will bring together running, live music, wellness and tourismContinue Reading
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has officially opened the 19th Sanganai Hlanganani World Tourism Expo in Masvingo. The prestigious tourism showcase brings together industry players, international buyers, and tourism stakeholders. This year’s edition also highlights Masvingo’s growing importance as a tourism destination. Mnangagwa praises Zimbabwe’s hospitality Speaking during the official opening, MnangagwaContinue Reading
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