International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City Attracts Record Exhibitors in 2026
The International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City 2026 held from August 27 to 29 hosted over 520 exhibitors and 260 buyers from more than 40 countries. Vietnam Airlines expanded its flight network and promotional activities to support the event.
Madrid Records £8.5 Billion in Tourist Spending with 4.1% Visitor Increase in H1 2026
Madrid's international tourist spending reached £8.5 billion in the first half of 2026, up 11.4% from 2025. Visitor numbers rose 4.1% to over 5.6 million, boosting local employment by over 5%.
Nyanga Sees Best Tourism Season in Years Due to ZimBho Effect
Nyanga is witnessing its best tourism season in years in August 2026. The boost is credited to the ZimBho Effect raising visitor numbers and activity to peak levels recently.
Indian Parliament Backs Tech-Driven Safety Upgrades in Hill Tourism
India's Parliament is advancing the use of technology to improve tourism infrastructure in hill regions. The initiative aims specifically at boosting digital safety for tourists.
Phu Tho Uses Viral Video and Digital Strategy to Grow Tourism in 2026
A video by Van Son Commune's Party Secretary garnered nearly one million Facebook views in one day, increasing weekend tourism. Phu Tho logged over 10.5 million visitors and VND10.755 trillion revenue in H1 2026.
Indonesia’s Tourism Growth Fuels Economic Expansion in 2026
Indonesia’s tourism sector posted significant growth in 2026, tied to overall economic development. Tourism gains signal a faster economic expansion in Indonesia this year.
SMX Convention Centers Visitor Numbers Up 18% in H1 2026
SMX Convention Centers saw an 18% growth in visitors in the first half of 2026. This increase is linked to the recovery of business travel activity.
Hong Kong Visitor Spending Falls 44% Since 2018, Tourism Sector Urges Action
Visitor spending in Hong Kong tourism dropped 44% to HK$197.5 billion in 2025 compared to 2018. Industry leaders urge enhanced events, transport, and cross-border cooperation to boost revenues.
Madrid tourism spending reaches €10bn with 5.6 million visitors in first half 2026
Madrid generated €10 billion in tourism revenue during the first half of 2026, driven by 5.6 million visitors. The city saw a 11.4% revenue increase and expanded tourism employment by over 5%.
SMX Convention Centers Visitor Growth Hits 18% in H1 2026
SMX Convention Centers saw an 18% increase in visitors during the first half of 2026. The growth was driven by rising business travel demand across their locations.















