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Tourism

Florida Resumes Tourism Promotion After Hurricane Milton

Visit Florida needs to communicate that many of the state's destinations and attractions are open for tourism while remaining sensitive to those still in the process of rebuilding.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 hour ago

Tourism

America’s Cup Sparks Protests Against Mass Tourism in Barcelona

Barcelona has to convince locals it can adequately balance community needs with being a host for mass tourism events.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 day ago

Tourism

Saudi Arabia Reveals New Plans For Budget Tourism Development

A new report lists almost 250 hotel and tourism projects and many are outside of luxury.

Josh Corder | 1 day ago

Tourism

The Woman Traveler – Key Data and Insights: Skift Research

Women are reshaping travel as key decision-makers, prioritizing meaningful, independent experiences.

Athira Thoppil | 1 day ago

Tourism

How to Win Indian Tourists: Start With the Food

Destinations are responding to the demands of Indian tourists, making Indian food and services a common sight in global travel hotspots.

Varsha Arora | 1 day ago

Tourism

Bali Tourists Risk 20-Year Jail Sentence for Visa Violations

The intent of Bali’s crackdown on visa violations seems clear. However, its success will depend on how the government can maintain order while making sure that it doesn’t alienate the very tourists and investors it seeks to attract.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 day ago

Hotels

What Hotel Execs Want to Boost U.S. Tourism

Hotel bigwigs are now pleading with Uncle Sam to roll out the red carpet for foreign visitors. They're particularly miffed that in some countries visa wait times are about 250 days. In that time, you could watch the entire "Lord of the Rings" extended edition trilogy approximately 100 times.

Sean O'Neill | 4 days ago

Tourism

Maldives’ Latest Move to Attract Indian Tourists: Easier Payments

Maldives' decision to introduce RuPay cards in the country in partnership with India may or may not lead to an uptick in Indian tourists. But it could boost its tourism earnings.

Bulbul Dhawan | 5 days ago