Dawit Habtemariam

I cover what destinations around the world are doing to attract tourists and the top trends in global tourism. Prior to joining Skift, I covered corporate travel at Business Travel News.

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Tourism

Hawaii’s New Message to Tourists: ‘Maui Is Ready’

Maui is ready for its close-up, according to a new marketing campaign. If tourism doesn't rebound soon, valuable talent may leave.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

Hawaii’s New Message to Tourists: ‘Maui Is Ready’

Tour Operators

Japan’s Cherry Blossom Boom Forces Tour Operators to Adjust

Tour operators are managing cherry blossom tourism as Japan experiences a tourism boom.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

Japan’s Cherry Blossom Boom Forces Tour Operators to Adjust

Tourism

World Cup Fans Could Face Long Wait Times For U.S. Visas

The U.S. better get the visa wait time issue and others resolved before the 2026 FIFA World Cup – a massive tourism event.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

World Cup Fans Could Face Long Wait Times For U.S. Visas

Tourism

China’s Weak Economy Won’t Stop ‘100 Million’ Tourists

Let's hope a weak economy doesn't stop 100 million Chinese tourists from turning out globally this year.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

China’s Weak Economy Won’t Stop ‘100 Million’ Tourists

Tourism

Mexico Tops Americans’ Spring Break Travel Plans

By sheer volume, Mexico is the preferred international destination for American spring breakers.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 months ago

Mexico Tops Americans’ Spring Break Travel Plans

Tourism

Egypt Tourism Chief: Israel-Hamas War Drags Down Growth

Egypt won't see a full recovery in American tourism until the Israel-Hamas war comes to an end.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 months ago

Egypt Tourism Chief: Israel-Hamas War Drags Down Growth

Tourism

Some State Travel Offices Have Already Deleted TikTok: How They’re Marketing Now

With TikTok out of the picture, behemoths like Facebook, Google and Instagram would be able to tighten their grip on travel marketing.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 months ago

Some State Travel Offices Have Already Deleted TikTok: How They’re Marketing Now

Tourism

A TikTok Ban Would Disrupt Tourism Marketing: What You Need To Know

Travel brands would lose the ability to reach one of the world’s largest outbound tourism markets on TikTok.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 months ago

A TikTok Ban Would Disrupt Tourism Marketing: What You Need To Know

Tourism

Here Comes the Sun. The Eclipse Is This Year’s Top Travel Phenomenon

On April 8, a total solar eclipse will pass diagonally across the U.S., from south to east, promising a tourism surge.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 months ago

Here Comes the Sun. The Eclipse Is This Year’s Top Travel Phenomenon

Tourism

Saudi Tourism CEO: Lionel Messi Ad Campaign Targets Traveler ‘Preconceptions’

Saudi Arabia is trying to change the negative perceptions held by some international tourists.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 months ago

Saudi Tourism CEO: Lionel Messi Ad Campaign Targets Traveler ‘Preconceptions’