Norway Joins Nordic Coolcation Trend as Tourists Flee Southern Europe’s Heat
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FIEXPO Latin America 2026 Features Costa Rica Among 200+ Exhibitors
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Support Grows for Saudi Tourism Expansion Before WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026
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Parbat Develops as Adventure Tourism Center in Nepal
Parbat district in Nepal is gaining recognition as an emerging center for adventure tourism. Infrastructure and activities tailored for adventure travelers are developing to enhance its appeal.
Croatia Pre-Season Tourism Surpasses 440,000 Visitors in 2026
Croatia has recorded over 440,000 tourists during the 2026 pre-season, indicating a strong start to its tourism season. Early results suggest a vigorous performance in the Croatian tourism market.
Norwegian Cruise Cancels Viva Sailings, Moves Homeport to Miami
Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled nearly nine months of Norwegian Viva sailings from San Juan, Puerto Rico, relocating the ship's Caribbean homeport to Miami through 2028. This adjustment requires passengers to change their embarkation point to Miami.
China Set to Lead Global Travel and Tourism Economy by 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council projects China will overtake the US as the leading travel and tourism economy by 2026. This is driven by rapid growth and market expansion in China's tourism sector.
Dubai Tourism Recovery Gains Momentum with New Initiatives
Dubai's tourism sector is showing clear recovery momentum as ambitious development plans are set to advance the industry in 2026. New initiatives focus on expanding tourism offerings to stimulate growth.
Lebanon Joins Middle East Tourism Collapse with Severe Revenue Losses
Lebanon is facing a sharp decline in tourism alongside several Middle Eastern countries, driven by security concerns and travel warnings. This downturn has caused significant revenue losses and job reductions within the travel sector.
Israel’s Inbound Tourism Drops 83% in May 2026
Inbound tourism to Israel fell sharply by 83% in May 2026 amid continuing crisis conditions. The decline highlights ongoing challenges impacting the country's tourism sector.
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BWH Hotels GB Adds Six Independent Hotels with Nearly 300 Bedrooms
BWH Hotels GB has added six independent hotels in the UK, increasing its network by nearly 300 bedrooms. New properties in New Forest, London, and Newark support leisure and business travel markets.
Radisson Hotel Group Expands by 160 Hotels in H1 2026
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ITC Hotels Q1 Profit Up 36%; Acquires GHK Hospitality’s Ahmedabad Hotel
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