Tourism News

Travelers overwhelmingly search international destinations that fall close to home with the exception of classic tourist destinations like London, Paris, Rome, and Manhattan.

There are multiple travel apps that attempt to integrate social media and destination content, but tourism boards are in a better position to leverage the tools given their established authority and influence -- and relatively deep pockets.

Lima will be the primary beneficiary of the investments, but these hotel brands and others also see the benefits of spreading out to meet demand across Peru.

Will we finally see a real easing of restrictions on travel to Cuba? Attitudes are changing, but it will still be rough going.

The Russian city will likely be technically ready to host the games, but don't look too closely at the construction. This is the country that gave us the term Potemkin Village.

New Zealand gets a lot of positive press for its tourism and tourism marketing, but this is the dark side it doesn't want you to see.

Etihad hasn’t made a statement whether the omissions were intentional or an oversight since Etihad doesn’t fly to Israel.

Australia's tourism industry didn't have a great 2012: falling numbers, Qantas' troubles and its controversy with Tourism Australia. At least TA can start 2013 with a fresh coast of paint, so to speak.

The hospitality industry tends to dip and rise in rhythm with regional tensions, but these historic and religious destinations will continue to attract tourist despite a lack of stability.

The collapse of airlines and the inability for old-line European carriers to pick up slack will lead to inroads in the region by Turkish Air, which will only improve the Anatolian carrier's position in Europe.