Sri Lanka Targets 5 Million Tourists and $10 Billion Revenue by 2030
Sri Lanka plans to welcome five million tourists and generate USD 10 billion in tourism revenue by 2030. Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya announced these goals at the SLITHM 45th Graduation Ceremony in July 2026.
Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 Registers 10,000+ Delegates in Nairobi
The 16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo in Nairobi attracted more than 10,000 delegates from 40 countries. The event featured over 400 exhibitors and emphasized digital transformation and MICE sector growth.
Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 to Host 10,000 Delegates from 40 Countries
The 16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo will take place at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi from October 6 to 8, 2026. The event will host over 10,000 delegates from 40 countries to support Kenya's goal of five million international visitors by 2027.
Dominican Republic Starts First National Sports Tourism Study with Banco BHD and Adoturd
Banco BHD and the Dominican Association of Sports Tourism (Adoturd) have launched the Dominican Republic's first research study on sports tourism, led by CETDEL. The study will provide detailed data on investment, consumer profiles, and policy support to grow this fastest-growing tourism sector, which accounts for 10% of global tourist spending.
India’s Travel and Tourism Economy Valued at $263.6 Billion in 2025
The World Travel & Tourism Council valued India's travel and tourism sector at $263.6 billion for 2025. Asian Hospitality published this data on August 4, 2026.
Sri Lanka Sets 2030 Targets for 5 Million Tourists and $10 Billion Revenue
Sri Lanka aims to welcome five million tourists and generate $10 billion in tourism revenue by 2030, with an 800,000-strong workforce target. Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced these goals at SLITHM's 45th graduation ceremony.
Oman Launches Free 14-Day Tourist Visa From August 2026
Oman will introduce a free 14-day tourist visa starting August 2026 to promote tourism. The new policy removes visa fees and simplifies entry for travelers.
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 to Highlight Saudi Tourism Resilience
The inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh event will take place in September 2026, attracting over 6,500 visitors and 150 buyers. Saudi Arabia's tourism sector grew strongly with 37.2 million visitors and SAR82.7 billion spending in Q1 2026.
Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 Draws 10,000+ Delegates from 40 Countries
The 16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo was held from October 6 to 8, 2026, in Nairobi with over 10,000 delegates from more than 40 countries. The event showcased digital transformation and emphasized Kenya's MICE sector to boost tourism growth toward a five million visitor target by 2027.
Banco BHD and Adoturd Launch Sports Tourism Research in Dominican Republic
Banco BHD and Adoturd launched the first national and international study on the economic impact of sports tourism in the Dominican Republic on August 3, 2026. The research will be conducted by CETDEL to provide data supporting policy and innovation in the sector.
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