Articles tagged “tourism”

How do you measure the value of an organic cultural moment you can’t buy? Puerto Rico’s DMO just ran the experiment.

For decades, the travel industry has been an economy of excess — of eating more, drinking more, spending more. But blockbuster weight-loss drugs are now reshaping consumer behavior at a population level, and with it, how travel dollars flow.

In 2025, travel matured from a post-pandemic sprint into a disciplined, value-driven market that prioritizes experiences and revenue quality over just driving volumes. As growth shifts Eastward and geopolitics redefine travel corridors, the industry’s success in 2026 will depend on its ability to remain tech-agile and price-resilient in a volatile world.

Getting approval for the UAE's first casino was tough enough. Now Wynn needs the right staff.

With nearly 80% of the upcoming hotel supply concentrated in the luxury and upscale tiers, there is a need to rebalance the pipeline.

Growth may slow down to more modest levels, but the region is becoming a global travel hub for sports, tech, and entertainment.

President Donald Trump appeared to rule out force to acquire Greenland, urging Europe to negotiate sale. Many in the travel industry will welcome a de-escalation of rhetoric, given the risks to transatlantic tourism.

For a remote destination selling silence and sustainability, geopolitical attention may prove harder to manage than rapid tourism growth.

Travel's share of consumer wallets shows spending has returned to normal. The binge is over.

Thailand’s tourism numbers for 2025 are proof that the industry is not immune to shocks. Thailand can recover. But recovery will come from steady fixes, not slogans.