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.
Marriott Partners with Misr Italia for 1,500+ Hotel Keys in Egypt
Marriott International will develop nine hotel and branded residence properties across Egypt totaling over 1,500 keys through a new partnership with Misr Italia Properties and People & Places. The projects will span key destinations including Egypt’s North Coast, Cairo, and Ain Sokhna, creating around 6,000 jobs and attracting approximately 373,000 tourists annually.
Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 Welcomes Over 10,000 Delegates
More than 10,000 delegates from 40 countries are expected at Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026, a 30% increase from 2025. Kenya targets five million international visitors by 2027, emphasizing digital transformation, AI, and the MICE sector to boost tourism.
Syria Hosts Inaugural Syria Travel Show 2026 in Damascus
The first Syria Travel Show will take place in Damascus from 28 to 30 September 2026, drawing more than 5,000 attendees. Visitor arrivals to Syria more than doubled in the first half of 2026 compared to 2025.
India’s Ministry of Tourism and Air India Sign MoU for Global Promotion
India's Ministry of Tourism and Air India signed a non-commercial MoU on July 28, 2026, to promote India as a global tourism destination. The two-year partnership will leverage the Incredible India brand and Air India's network.
Dorset launches 10-year tourism strategy to boost international visitors
Dorset has launched a 10-year tourism strategy targeting international visitors and year-round growth. The plan aims to address seasonal challenges in a sector worth £1.66 billion annually.
Albania Sees 6.2% Rise in Foreign Tourist Arrivals in H1 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals in Albania reached 5 million in the first half of 2026, marking a 6.2% increase from 2025. Declines from Kosova, North Macedonia, Germany, Turkey, and Montenegro were linked to protests impacting tourist perceptions.
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