ITALIAN CULTURAL HERITAGE LIES FALLOW AND TOURISM SUFFERS

Only a few countries have as much to offer to their tourists regarding cultural heritage as Italy. However, nations like Spain, France, UK, and...

DESTINATION WEDDINGS – NEW TREND IN MEXICO

More and more couples looking to give their wedding an original touch are discovering Mexico. The country now is seeking to be much more...

SPAIN: TOURISTS SPEND MOST MONEY ON FASHION

Recent data show that 59% of purchases by tourists visiting Spain are made in clothing stores. Moreover, Barcelona is the city most preferred by...

AUSTRALIA SET FOR RECORD-BREAKING HOTEL INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS

In Australia, the business activity in the first quarter of the year is often subdued because of the summer holiday season. However, things are...

IS GALAPAGOS TOURISM THREATENING THE ARCHIPELAGO?

The Galapagos Islands is a beautiful archipelago in the Pacific Ocean under the administration of Ecuador. It is a real treasure trove of wildlife...

Increase in bookings following latest Antigua & Barbuda tourism campaign

  Following the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority’s largest brand marketing campaign to date, there has been a strong uplift in bookings. The campaign, which launched...

Los Angeles signs on for 2028 Olympic Games, as Paris takes 2024

  Los Angeles has officially signalled its candidature to host the 2028 Olympic Games. The move leaves Paris free to host the 2024 Olympic Games, on...

TOURISM IN NICARAGUA EXPECTED TO GENERATE USD450 MILLION IN 2015

Travel companies in Nicaragua reported that the number of tourist arrivals this year has been positive and they expect to close the year with...

GOVERNMENT TO INVEST 1.6 BILLION IN MICE TOURISM IN SAUDI ARABIA

According to the Saudi Commission for Tourism & National Heritage, the number of exhibitions and conferences in Saudi Arabia during 2016 is expected to...

CROATIA: OIL DRILLING LIKELY TO HARM TOURISM

Many tourists have been flocking to Croatia due to its beautiful white sand and pebble beaches, friendly hosts, fresh seafood and mellow wine. However,...

ATTACKS IN PARIS: FRENCH TOURISM REPORT CANCELLATIONS

While the sad dust of 13 November attacks in Paris slowly settles, experts start evaluating the possible medium and long term impact on the...

ZIMBABWE: ROADBLOCKS DETER TOURISTS

Zimbabwe is largely known for its authoritarian government and high poverty rates but this country also has some of the most spectacular natural attractions....

MEET FATHOM – THE NEW CRUISE LINE OF SOCIAL IMPACT VACATIONS

Carnival Corp., parent company over subsidiaries Carnival, Holland America and Princess, is reshaping the cruise industry with its recently announced seven-night social impact cruise...

TOURISM REVENUE OF $6 BILLION BOOSTING MOROCCAN BUDGET

Morocco reported record tourism revenue for 2016 – 59.4 billion dirhams (about 5.8 billion dollars) at the end of November 2016. The Kingdom of Morocco...

THE GREAT BARRIER REEF BLEACHING HARMS AUSTRALIAN TOURISM

If the Great Barrier Reef continues to undergo major bleaching episodes – declining phenomenon of corals – Australian tourism will lose 174,000 foreign tourists...

MOBILE VERSIONS OF TRAVEL WEBSITES ARE PREFERRED OVER THE DESKTOP SITES

Travel enthusiasts are having a better mobile experience on travel sites, compared to some traditional desktop sites. According to eDigitalResearch, a research company that specializes...