WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 Highlights Human Capital in Saudi Tourism
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 will be held from 8 to 10 September focusing on human capital for Saudi tourism growth. The event aims to support Saudi Vision 2030's targets of 150 million visitors and one million tourism jobs.
Sri Lanka Tourism Revenue Falls 10.4% in July 2026
Sri Lanka's tourism revenue dropped 10.4% year-on-year in July 2026. This decline reflects ongoing economic pressure on the sector.
Ghana Tourism Sector Surpasses 429,000 Jobs, Hits 1.3 Million Tourists in 2025
Ghana's tourism employment rose to an estimated 429,641 jobs in 2023, including direct and indirect roles. International arrivals reached 1,306,962 in 2025, spurring growth in tourism enterprises and revenue.
Daejeon Lodging Surge Driven by Sungsimdang Bakery Popularity
Lodging and stay-over tourism in Daejeon surged significantly in August 2026. The popularity of Sungsimdang bakery is the key factor boosting the local tourism economy.
Tourism Expo Japan 2026 Held in Tokyo in August
Tourism Expo Japan 2026 was held in Tokyo in August 2026 with many travel industry participants. The event highlighted innovations and promotion in Japan’s tourism sector.
Palawan Aims for ₱7M Sales at Cebu Tourism Expo in August 2026
Palawan tourism officials set a direct sales target of ₱7 million at the Cebu tourism trade expo. The event took place in August 2026 in the Philippines.
Sungsimdang Bakery Drives Lodging Growth in Daejeon
The surge in popularity of Sungsimdang bakery has driven increased lodging demand in Daejeon. This has led to a notable rise in overnight tourism in the city.
Utah Tourism Hits $13.7 Billion Visitor Spending, Supports 1 in 10 Jobs in 2025
Utah's tourism industry reached $13.7 billion in visitor spending in 2025, supporting approximately one in ten jobs statewide. The sector also generated $1.6 billion in direct tax revenue despite declines in National Park visits.
Palawan Targets ₱7M in Sales at Cebu Tourism Expo
Palawan aims to generate ₱7 million in direct sales at a tourism expo in Cebu. The event focuses on promoting domestic tourism and Palawan's travel offerings.
Sri Lanka Tourism Revenue Drops 10.4% in July 2026
Sri Lanka recorded a 10.4% year-on-year decline in tourism revenue in July 2026. EconomyNext provided the data reporting this drop.
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