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The massive earthquake that struck Morocco last September didn't stunt its tourism boom, welcome news for the country's economy.
Ahmed Eljechtimi, Reuters | 3 months ago
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Morocco is on path to set a record for tourist arrivals this year in spite of challenges such as disruptions from September's massive earthquake and the aftermath of Hamas' attacks in Gaza. The country's tourism ministry anticipates hitting 14 tourist arrivals by the end of the year, eclipsing the record of 13 million set in…
Rashaad Jorden | 4 months ago
The country is trying to recover from the devastating earthquake – the high-profile World Bank and IMF annual meeting is helping.
Dawit Habtemariam | 7 months ago
The areas of Morocco decimated by this month's deadly earthquake face a long road to a full recovery, which some locals believe may not happen.
Ahmed Eljechtimi, Reuters | 7 months ago
Tour Operators
Travel businesses in Morocco are weighing the impact of the deadly earthquake on the country and their businesses.
Selene Brophy | 8 months ago
Morocco is the latest destination impacted by a severe natural disaster, with tour operators needing to implement contingency plans to deal with the aftermath of a deadly earthquake.
Egypt believes it's well-positioned to take advantage of the surging interest in medical tourism, but it needs to make treatment more affordable in the face of increasing competition.
Harriet Akinyi, Skift | 11 months ago
Morocco saw its tourism revenue surge in 2022, and its government believes further investment in the sector will be the catalyst for another boom — especially with the country poised to grow in popularity with remote workers.
Ahmed Eljechtimi, Reuters | 1 year ago
Why should Australia, Hawaii, California and Bali have all the hang-ten fun? Moroccan authorities are bullish on surf tourism significantly boosting visitor numbers, but they need to provide more financial aid to small surf camps that feel left behind to make that a reality.
Harriet Akinyi, Skift | 1 year ago
Egyptian travel executives are adamant that Cairo's tourism industry will benefit enormously from the country's new capital — even if some critics believe the $59 billion project is money misspent.
