Tourism News

Leisure travelers increasingly lean on trip inspiration from their favorite influencers. The power of these content creators will only grow as social media platforms eventually add e-commerce functionality, enabling influencers to sell travel (and earn commissions) directly in their posts.

The Gulf countries are some of the most nimble nations in the world, willing and able to adapt and change to grow their economies.

When the cameras are off and PR teams aren’t hovering nearby, what do travel industry CEOs and executives truly think about the prospect of Donald Trump returning to the presidency? We asked — and they didn’t hold back. 

As global temperatures soar, cooler climates are calling. Next year, ‘North’ will be more than a direction; it’s a destination. 

As cities around the world deal with a major influx of tourists, get ready to see more short-term rental restrictions, tourist taxes, and reservation systems for some of the most popular destinations.

The travel industry has finally caught on – pets aren’t just accessories, they’re family. Demographic changes, from animal-loving Gen Zers to seniors seeking companionship, are reshaping how the sector thinks about hospitality.

Play is essential to human well-being, and travelers, especially younger ones, are increasingly likely to plan trips around sports, music, and other entertainment and cultural events. As a result, providing opportunities for play is becoming essential for travel companies and destinations as the centerpiece of their growth, development, and marketing strategies.

Indians are showing interest in countries with visa-free, easy visa, and e-visa options, especially as they plan weekend getaways.

Tourism shapes what gets cooked, grown, and served. Over time, it even shapes what locals think their own cuisine is.

If your customers are leaving your ships to go spend money on beaches, you should own the beaches. That's the apparent logic of cruise line operators like Royal Caribbean in building private destinations. It's like vertical integration for vacations.