Cuba Tourism Drops 17.8% in 2025, Hotel Occupancy Falls Below 19%
Cuba received just over 1.8 million international visitors in 2025, a 17.8% decrease from 2024, missing its 3 million target. Declines continued into 2026 amid economic crisis, infrastructure decay, and U.S. sanctions, with recovery dependent on reforms and easing tensions.
Major Destinations Including UK, Japan Expand Tourist Taxes
Tourist taxes are increasing in the UK, Japan, and other major destinations amid rising visitor numbers. Travelers should prepare for new or expanded fees when visiting these locations.
Jamaica to Restore More Than 11,000 Hotel Rooms by 2027
Jamaica plans to reopen over 11,000 hotel rooms between December 2026 and early 2027, aiding recovery post-Hurricane Melissa. Visitor arrivals reached 2.3 million with US$2.5 billion tourism revenue in early 2026.
GCC Sees 75 Million Tourist Arrivals and $131 Billion Spending in 2025
GCC states welcomed over 75 million tourists in 2025, with tourism spending reaching $131 billion. Saudi Arabia attracted nearly 40% of visitors, receiving 30 million international tourists.
Gulf Tourist Arrivals Exceed 75 Million in 2025 with 4.8% Tourism Growth
More than 75 million tourists visited GCC countries in 2025, with Saudi Arabia welcoming 30 million international tourists. GCC ministers met in Manama in 2026 to plan joint recovery actions and future tourism integration under the GCC Strategy 2023-2030.
Gulf Region Sees 75 Million Tourist Arrivals in 2025, 4.8% Growth
GCC countries recorded more than 75 million tourist arrivals in 2025, with tourism spending rising to $131 billion. Saudi Arabia hosted 30 million international visitors, representing nearly 40% of the region's total.
GCC Welcomes Over 75 Million Tourists in 2025, Saudi Arabia Receives 30 Million
More than 75 million tourists visited GCC countries in 2025, with Saudi Arabia receiving nearly 40% of these visitors. Tourism spending in the region topped $131 billion, contributing 11.4% to the GCC GDP.
Cuba Tourism Falls 62% in First Seven Months of 2026
Cuba's tourism arrivals dropped 62% to 419,000 between January and July 2026 compared to 2025. The decline results from economic crisis, U.S. sanctions, and flight suspensions.
GCC Tourism Surpasses 75 Million Visitors in 2025, Saudi Arabia Welcomes 30 Million
Tourist arrivals in GCC countries reached over 75 million in 2025, with Saudi Arabia receiving nearly 30 million international visitors. GCC tourism spending topped $131 billion, contributing 11.4% to regional GDP, amid joint efforts to enhance sector growth and integration.
Gulf Receives 75 Million Tourists in 2025, Saudi Arabia Leads with 30 Million
Gulf Cooperation Council countries received over 75 million tourists in 2025, with Saudi Arabia hosting about 30 million international visitors. The region’s tourism sector grew 4.8%, supported by joint GCC strategies for recovery and integration.
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1,331 Flights Delayed and 59 Canceled Across U.S. on November 7, 2026
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