Tourism News

Sri Lanka's tourism revenue fell 10.4% year-on-year in July 2026. This drop indicates challenges for its tourism-dependent economy.

The popularity of Sungsimdang bakery has caused a lodging surge in Daejeon. This boom has also driven increased stay-over tourism in the city.

South Africa announced the inclusion of tourism in Phase Three of the Government-Business Partnership aimed at lifting economic growth over 3%. Tourism supported 954,000 jobs and contributed 4.9% to GDP in 2024.

Tourism Expo Japan 2026 occurred in Tokyo with diverse industry participation. The event showcased current tourism trends and innovations in Japan.

Palawan targets ₱7 million in direct sales at the Cebu tourism trade expo. The event focuses on boosting regional tourism through trade collaborations.

South Africa launched Phase Three of its Government-Business Partnership on 21 August 2026, formally including tourism as a strategic sector to drive growth above 3%. The Tourism Growth Partnership Plan targets air access, visa processing, marketing, safety, and job creation to boost the sector's economic impact.

Utah’s tourism industry hit a record $13.7 billion in visitor spending in 2025, supporting over 167,000 direct jobs and generating $1.6 billion in tax revenue. Despite a 5.8% drop in National Park visits, skier spending reached a record $392 per person.

Cyprus recorded 582,754 tourist arrivals in July 2026, a 1.1% decrease from July 2025. Deputy Minister Kostas Koumis highlighted resilience and ongoing efforts toward sustainable tourism development.

Tourist arrivals from the Chinese mainland to Japan fell by 56.3 percent January through July 2026, marking eight months of consecutive declines. Chinese visitors accounted for 10.1 percent of all foreign tourists to Japan during this period, down from 22.8 percent the previous year.

Sri Lanka government launched a tourism promotion campaign aiming for $4.2 billion in revenue. The drive seeks to boost visitor arrivals and support economic recovery.