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U.S. Passport Processing Speeds Up by 2 Weeks as Travel Hits Record Highs

The State Department is processing passport application faster than it was prior to the pandemic. It's catching up to the post-pandemic boom.

Dawit Habtemariam | 5 days ago

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What is a Domestic Tourist? And Why Do Saudi Arabia and the UAE Want Them?

Increasing spending of domestic tourists is of paramount importance to the UAE and Saudi. Why? Because these residents are some of the highest spenders in travel.

Josh Corder | 6 days ago

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Morocco Tourism Minister on Hosting The FIFA World Cup: ‘Overtourism Will be a Challenge’

Morocco is spending $5 billion to be World Cup-ready, but in doing so, it is putting itself at risk of overtourism in the busiest areas.

Josh Corder | 6 days ago

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Louisiana Makes Its Case For More Indian Tourists

With Indian arrivals to the U.S. on the rise, Louisiana is pulling out all the stops to win over these tourists. Think Cajun-meets-Asian vibes. Now, that’s a mashup!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 6 days ago

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Skift Partners With Intrepid Travel on a Climate Hub for Solutions-Based Journalism

Skift's new partnership with Intrepid Travel marks a critical moment for the travel industry’s fight against climate change. With a dedicated Climate Hub and independent coverage, Skift is set to highlight the advancements shaping sustainable travel’s future.

Skift | 1 week ago

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Ask Skift: How Are Destinations Combatting Overtourism?

Overtourism has become a pressing issue, and several destinations have unveiled strategies they believe will better help them manage visitor numbers.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 week ago

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Croatia’s ‘Game of Thrones’ Town to Limit Tourist Traffic in 2025

Dubrovnik continues to reap large tourism rewards from being a filming location for Game of Thrones, but it needs restrictions to protect its fragile infrastructure and preserve resident quality of life.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 week ago

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India’s Biggest Source Markets – India Report

India's foreign exchange earnings are up. Travel spending per tourist is up. But international tourists in India are still lagging behind pre-Covid figures by 10%.

Bulbul Dhawan | 1 week ago

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China’s Outbound Travel Rebound Is Slow-Going — But These Trends Are Worth Watching

The Chinese travel wave is slowly making a comeback, but travelers have new habits and expectations. Companies need to step up by offering more flexibility and personalized experiences with a focus on value.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 week ago

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India’s Latest Tourism Play: 100,000 Free Visas, New Destinations, Local Hosts

India is getting serious about attracting more tourists — and it's about more than just free visas. With the government and private sector working together, India is playing the long game.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago