WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 Highlights Tourism Resilience and Growth
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 will showcase Saudi Arabia's growing tourism sector and resilience. Visitor numbers rose 8% in Q1 2026 to 37.2 million, supported by strong domestic growth.
Turkey Sees 4.02% Decline in Foreign Tourist Arrivals in June 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals to Turkey dropped by 4.02% in June 2026 year-on-year, following a 3.58% decline in May. Official data from the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism highlights ongoing challenges during peak season.
Tourism Malaysia launches VM2026 campaign in Lombok to boost Indonesian arrivals
Tourism Malaysia launched the VM2026 campaign in Lombok on 31 July 2026. The campaign aims to boost Indonesian tourist arrivals through a government-supported effort.
Foreign visitor spending increased in Ireland in June 2026
Foreign visitor spending in Ireland increased in June 2026, Business Plus reported on 31 July 2026. This rise represents a positive trend in tourism expenditure for that month.
World Travel & Culture Expo Oct 29-31, 2026 in Bangkok
The World Travel & Culture Expo 2026 will be held in Bangkok from October 29 to 31, focusing on tourism, trade and cultural exhibitions. The event aligns with the 50th anniversary of Thailand-China diplomatic relations and expects to strengthen bilateral tourism and business ties.
Tourism Malaysia Launches VM2026 Campaign in Lombok to Boost Indonesian Visitors
Tourism Malaysia announced the launch of its VM2026 campaign in Lombok on July 31, 2026. The campaign targets boosting Indonesian tourist arrivals to Malaysia.
Foreign Visitor Spending Increased in June 2026
Foreign visitor spending increased in June 2026, based on official figures. Business Plus reports a positive trend in tourism expenditure during the month.
Dubai launches ‘A Dubai Invite’ tourism scheme targeting Indian visitors
Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has launched 'A Dubai Invite', a scheme encouraging UAE residents to invite visitors including Indians, offering benefits exceeding AED 3,000. Eligible visitors must travel to Dubai between July and October 2026.
Foreign Visitor Spending Rose in June 2026
Foreign visitor spending rose in June 2026, as reported by Business Plus. The data was published on 31 July 2026.
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 Highlights Saudi Tourism Growth and Global Partnerships
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 will gather over 6,500 visitors to highlight Saudi Arabia's tourism sector growth. Q1 2026 data shows visitor numbers rising 8% with strong domestic tourism expansion.
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Saudi Arabia Partners with WTM Spotlight Riyadh for 2026 Tourism Event
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism is the strategic partner of the inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh event, scheduled for September 8-10, 2026. The event aims to connect international tourism businesses with Saudi Arabia and support its Vision 2030 tourism targets.
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The ITE HCMC 2026 Tourism Forum held in Ho Chi Minh City gathered 300 delegates focusing on MICE sector development. Vietnamese officials emphasized sustainability and regional cooperation during the event.
TSA Activates First Touchless Biometric E-Gates at Newark Liberty Terminal C
TSA launched the first touchless biometric e-gates for TSA PreCheck passengers in Terminal C at Newark Liberty Airport in September 2026. CBP also introduced facial recognition processing at Bermuda's preclearance, while Denver International Airport started accepting mobile driver’s licenses for ID verification.