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South Africa experienced a 12.3% rise in international tourist arrivals during the first six months of 2026. Bizcommunity sourced data confirms growth in the tourism sector.

Georgia welcomed 1.3 million international visitors in Q2 2026, down 5.2% year-on-year, with tourism revenue falling 13.3% to 3.0 billion GEL. High visitor satisfaction and longer stays persisted despite the decline.

Dorset's tourism sector supports nearly 30,000 jobs and generates £1.6 billion annually from over 22 million visitors. A new 10-year strategy aims to boost international tourism and develop off-peak visitor offerings, with a Council review planned for July 2026.