Syria Hosts First International Travel Show in 2026 to Drive Tourism Growth
The Syria Travel Show 2026 will be held from September 28-30 at the Dama Rose Hotel in Damascus, attracting over 30 exhibitors and 5,000 attendees. The event aims to boost investment and collaboration across Syria's growing tourism sector.
South Africa International Tourist Arrivals Rise 12.3% in First Half 2026
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’s International Visitor Numbers and Tourism Revenue Decline in Q2 2026
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 launches 10-year tourism plan to increase international visitors
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.
Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 Attracts 10,000+ Delegates in Nairobi
Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 gathered over 10,000 delegates from 40 countries in Nairobi from October 6-8. Attendance grew 30% from 2025 as Kenya pushes to attract five million visitors by 2027.
Outstanding Exposition to Exhibit at 2026 Montreal Tourism and Travel Show
Outstanding Exposition will participate in the International Tourism and Travel Show from October 30 to November 1, 2026, at Palais des congrès de Montréal. The company specializes in modular exhibition stands for trade shows and corporate events.
Syria Launches First International Travel Trade Exhibition in September 2026
The Syria Travel Show 2026, Syria's first international travel trade exhibition, will be held in Damascus from 28 to 30 September. Syria's tourism sector recorded 3.52 million visitor arrivals in the first half of 2026, more than doubling from 2025.
South Africa Reports 12.3% Growth in International Tourist Arrivals for First Half of 2026
International tourist arrivals in South Africa increased by 12.3% in the first half of 2026 despite rising travel costs. June 2026 saw nearly 1.09 million foreign visitors, mainly from SADC countries.
Georgia reports decline in international visitors and tourism revenue in Q2 2026
Georgia's international visitor numbers fell 5.2% in Q2 2026, with tourism revenue dropping 13.3% to 3.0 billion GEL. Russian tourists remained the largest visiting group amid high visitor satisfaction and longer average stays.
Dorset Launches 10-Year Tourism Strategy Targeting International Visitors
Dorset's new 10-year tourism strategy aims to increase international visitors and expand its £1.6 billion tourism economy. The plan targets off-peak growth and wider market segments to reduce seasonal reliance.
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