South Korea Forecasts Early 2026 Foreign Tourist Arrival Record and 50% Spending Surge
South Korea is expected to break its annual record for foreign tourist arrivals early in 2026. Tourism spending by foreign visitors has risen 50 percent compared to previous years.
International Tourism Trade Show Opens in Miami Beach, October 27-28, 2026
WTE Miami tourism trade show will be held at the Miami Beach Convention Center on October 27-28, 2026, featuring exhibitors from over 30 countries and airlines such as Iberia and Delta Air Lines. Miami International Airport recently surpassed 56 million passengers, supporting expanding international routes including Japan.
Maryland Agritourism Conference 2026 Held to Expand Farm Profitability
The 2026 Maryland Agritourism Conference was held in Cambridge, Maryland, organized by the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension. The event focused on expanding agritourism and improving farm profitability.
ITB Americas Conference 2026 Held in Guadalajara with 90+ Speakers
The ITB Americas Conference 2026 took place from 10-12 November at Expo Guadalajara, featuring over 90 speakers and more than 40 sessions. Keynotes from WTTC, Mexico's tourism secretary, and China Travel Online highlighted global tourism trends.
China Records 154.5 Million Inbound Tourists in 2025, Average Spending $357.3
China recorded 154.5 million inbound tourists in 2025 with average spending of $357.3. Visa-free policies expanded in 2026, driving a 49.7% rise in arrivals but spending growth lags due to short stays and digital payment hurdles.
South Korea Breaks Record for Foreign Tourist Arrivals in 2026
South Korea is expected to set a new record for foreign tourist arrivals in 2026. Tourist spending in the country rose 50% during the same period.
South Korea Sees 21.1% Increase in Foreign Tourists in September 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals in South Korea rose 21.1% in September 2026 compared to a year earlier. The total reached 2.06 million, signaling strong inbound tourism growth for the third quarter of 2026.
2026 Agritourism Conference in Cambridge Focuses on Expanding Farm Tourism
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension will host an agritourism conference in Cambridge, Maryland, in 2026. The event aims to expand agritourism and increase farm profitability.
ITB Americas Conference 2026 in Guadalajara Features 90+ Speakers and 40+ Sessions
The ITB Americas Conference 2026 held from 10 to 12 November in Guadalajara featured over 90 speakers and 40 sessions across six thematic tracks. The event focused on tourism policy, AI technology, sustainability, and inclusive travel market opportunities.
China Records 150 Million Tourist Arrivals in 2026, Spending at $357.3 per Visitor
China attracted 150 million inbound tourists in 2026 with visa-free entries accounting for 77.5% in Q3. However, per capita spending remained low at $357.3, just 29.1% of the global average.
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1,331+ U.S. Flights Delayed and 59 Canceled on November 7, 2026
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Train Services Suspended Between Redditch and Four Oaks on 5 November 2026
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Spanish Transport Minister Resigns After Deadly High-Speed Train Crash
A high-speed train collision near Toledo, Spain, on October 28, 2026, killed 69 people, including four Americans. The Spanish transport minister resigned six days later amid ongoing investigations and suspended Madrid-Andalusia rail services.