Saudi Ministry of Tourism Named Strategic Partner for WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026
The Saudi Ministry of Tourism is the strategic partner for the inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 event, opening Sept 8 at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. The three-day event will connect Saudi and international tourism businesses aligned with Vision 2030 goals.
Penang International Travel Exchange Returns in October with 100 Buyers
The 9th Penang International Travel Exchange will be held from 27 to 29 October 2026 at Penang Waterfront Convention Centre. The event expects 100 buyers and 50 exhibitors to participate.
Cyprus Tourist Arrivals Down 3.3% in August 2026, Resident Returns Up 0.3%
Tourist arrivals to Cyprus in August 2026 dropped 3.3% to 581,880, while resident returns from abroad slightly increased by 0.3%. The UK accounted for the largest share of tourists.
U.S. Tourism Visitor Numbers Decline 11.8% in August 2026
The U.S. welcomed nearly 3.1 million visitors in August 2026, an 11.8% drop from the previous year. Visitor numbers declined across all regions, including sharp decreases from Africa, Central America, and Western Europe.
Taiwan Tourism Participates in Philippines 2026 Travel Sale Expo
Taiwan Tourism exhibited at the Philippines 2026 Travel Sale Expo, joining multiple exhibitors promoting travel offers. The participation reflects regional tourism cooperation efforts.
Jordan Delegation Explores Tourism Markets at IFTM Top Resa 2026 in Paris
A parliamentary delegation from Jordan attended the IFTM Top Resa travel trade show in Paris in September 2026 to explore new tourism markets. Led by MP Salem Omari, the delegation focused on broadening Jordan’s international tourism presence and promoting integrated tourism offerings.
Cyprus August 2026 Tourist Arrivals Fall 3.3%, Resident Returns Rise 0.3%
Tourist arrivals to Cyprus fell 3.3% in August 2026 to 581,880 compared to August 2025. Resident returns from abroad rose slightly by 0.3% to 239,337 in the same period.
U.S. Tourism Visitor Numbers Decline 11.8% in August 2026
U.S. international visitor numbers dropped 11.8% in August 2026 to nearly 3.1 million, following a 7% decline in July. The biggest arrival decreases were from Africa (25.5%), Central America (20.6%), and Western Europe (14.8%).
ITE HCMC 2026 Draws Record 48,000 Visitors and 1,200 Exhibitors
The 20th ITE Ho Chi Minh City International Travel Expo drew nearly 48,000 visitors and 1,200 exhibitors from August 27 to 29, 2026. The expo generated over 21,000 B2B meetings and hosted multiple regional tourism ministerial meetings.
Cyprus Tourist Arrivals Down 3.3% in August 2026; 581,880 Visitors Recorded
Tourist arrivals in Cyprus in August 2026 totalled 581,880, a 3.3% decrease compared to August 2025. Resident returns from abroad increased slightly by 0.3% during the same month.
















