6 min reading time Published 18 hours ago International fairs shape the economic and tourism activity of major French metropolises. While some experience a true booking boom, others show more stable demand despite the influx of visitors. A look back at these key events and an overview of the bookingContinue Reading
The Latin American country has become the first in the world to adhere to a customised version of UN Tourism’s Self-Assessment Tool to Assist Rural Destinations (STAR). This step aligns with national efforts to strengthen rural tourism, including the initiative ‘Pueblos con Encanto’, which promotes the recognition and development ofContinue Reading
Anantara Thousand Island Lake Resort – Image Credit Minor Hotels Minor Hotels and Funyard Minor are partnering with YouChao International Tourism Hotel Co. Ltd to develop the Anantara Thousand Island Lake Resort in China, with a planned opening in October 2027. The resort, which will be located in Hangzhou City,Continue Reading
Baja California Sur attracts more foreign tourism investment than any other state in Mexico, but the rapid development also poses threats to protected areas, marine habitats and the traditional customs of small communities. Numerous hotel projects underway this year could level sand dunes and encroach on protected areas, overwhelming manyContinue Reading
Hotel Sustainability Claims: A Risk of Greenwashing and Information Overload – Image Credit Unsplash+ A study by Hospitality and Tourism Management found that excessive sustainability information from hotels may lead to customer skepticism and perceptions of ‘greenwashing’. Over half of the study respondents felt that hotels either overstate sustainability claimsContinue Reading
Brexit’s Impact on UK Tourism: Current Effects and Future Predictions – Image Credit Unsplash ‘The UK is likely to lose competitive share both within Europe and globally,’ says VisitBritain Brexit decisions, including the ban on EU citizens using identity cards for UK travel, have decreased tourism spending compared to pre-Covid,Continue Reading
10 min reading time Published on 18/02/25, Updated on 10 hours ago In recent years, tourism in Finland has grown steadily, supported by increasing visitor numbers, infrastructure improvements, and targeted promotional efforts. Public investment and government initiatives play a role in shaping the sector, while international events and trade fairsContinue Reading
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17 min reading time Published 16 hours ago Edinburgh plays a key role in Scotland’s tourism and hospitality sector, attracting a diverse range of visitors annually. The city combines its historical and cultural significance with its ability to host major events, making it a prominent destination for both leisure andContinue Reading
US Visa Renewal Policy Shift Could Slow Indian Business and Tourism Travel – Image Credit Unsplash A shift back to pre-Covid visa renewal rules in the US may lead to longer waiting times for Indian applicants. The travel industry suggests that these changes, coupled with limited direct flights, are hinderingContinue Reading
The FBI says this photograph, taken the day after NFL quarterback Joe Burrow’s house was burglarized, shows several suspects in the crime with items that were reported stolen, including Burrow’s jewelry bearing his jersey number, 9. The agency believes the theft was the work of a South American crime ring.Continue Reading
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