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NEW DELHI: India needs to tap into a relatively easy opportunity for job creation in the tourism sector at a time when the rise of AI, protectionism and supply concerns are challenging the services and manufacturing sectors, the Bureau of Economic Research said on Monday.India’s tourism industry is showing signs of recovery post-pandemic, with the country expecting to attract over 9.2 million foreign tourists in 2023, up 43.5% from the previous year. Meanwhile, the hospitality industry is set to create a record amount of new supply by adding 14,000 rooms in 2023 to cater to the growing needs of tourists,…

Release date: July 22, 2024 16:09 small Moderate big People take part in a protest against mass tourism in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, on Sunday. A banner reads “It’s time to stop” (Photo: Reuters) PALMA DE MAJORCA, Spain: Thousands of anti-tourism activists protested in the Spanish city of Palma de Mallorca on Sunday, in the latest demonstrations against a key industry in the Iberian nation.Protesters walked the streets of the Mallorcan capital carrying makeshift models of planes and cruise ships and posters reading “No to mass tourism” and “Stop private jets”. Anti-tourism activists have staged a series of protests this…

Judith Montréal Garriga (CaixaBank Research) | Global international tourism has grown significantly in recent quarters and is recovering to pre-pandemic levels. According to UN tourism indicators, in the first quarter of 2024, international tourism was only 3% below 2019 levels. The Spanish tourism sector was one of the first to recover, making Spain the second country, after Turkey, among the world’s top 10 tourist destinations to exceed pre-pandemic international tourist numbers. Thus, with 85 million tourists, Spain surpasses its own previous record and takes second place in the international ranking of tourist arrivals for 2023, behind France (100 million) and…

Really supportIndependent journalismOur mission is to provide unbiased, fact-based journalism that holds power accountable and exposes the truth.Every donation counts, whether it’s $5 or $50.Support us to deliver journalism without purpose.Click here for detailsA comedian has gone viral for his harsh opinion that “Europe is finished,” and it seems many people agree.As European cities like Barcelona begin to crack down on tourists and short-term rentals, one TikTok user shared why he thinks Europeans should instead welcome the influx of foreigners visiting their cities.”I’ve seen so many news stories about local Europeans getting angry and complaining and spraying water at tourists…

The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) has launched a tourism industry certification program called Qurator, which evaluates participating state tourism businesses across six criteria: environment, cultural support, equity, safety, community and guest experience.The program was announced at a press conference in Honolulu on June 26, where HTA officials, along with members of the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement’s (CNHA) Kilohana Tourism Division, presented details of Qurator’s certification.”Qurator is more than just a seal of approval,” HTA board chair Mufi Hannemann said in a statement. “It speaks to the Hawaiian Islands’ brand values: that we care deeply about our land, our people,…

Home » Asia » Visa-free travel to 52 countries including Laos, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand to boost international tourism Monday, July 22, 2024Reading time: 6 minutesFor Lao passport holders, visa-free travel is a major benefit, simplifying the process of planning an international trip. Visa-free travel to 52 countries allows Laotians to immerse themselves in diverse cultures and landscapes without the hassle of visa applications. This convenience not only fosters personal growth, but also boosts Laos’ tourism and economic prospects. In this article, we take a closer look at visa-free destinations for Lao passport holders, the impact of tourism on the Lao…

Thousands of locals took part in an anti-tourism demonstration in the capital Palma de Mallorca today, the latest demonstration against a key industry in the Iberian nation.Activists walked the streets of Palma de Mallorca carrying makeshift models of planes and cruise ships and holding signs reading “No to mass tourism” and “Stop private jets”.Anti-tourism activists have held a series of protests this year in Barcelona as well as popular holiday destinations such as Palma de Mallorca, Malaga and the Canary Islands.Protesters say tourists are driving up housing costs, making it impossible for residents to afford to live in the city.Around…

To attract more tourists from South America to the Yucatán, the Yucatán Gastronomic Federation has established commercial and promotional partnerships with Brazilian associations in the sector to promote the state’s specialties as a tourist destination.After concluding the tour, the president of the Gastronomic Federation, Carlos Guillermo Aguirre Aguilar, highlighted the positive results and highlighted new commercial and tourist opportunities for Yucatán’s companies.He said he met with the president and vice president of the Mexican-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce to discuss the new strengths that Yucatan has in the gastronomy and business sectors, with the aim of expanding business between Yucatan and…

Poverty is an abyss that everyone wants to avoid. Those who are cruelly acquainted with it, stake everything to climb out of it, and those who are bestowed with riches, do everything in their power to avoid being engulfed in it. This avoidance manifests as either making oneself more rich, or maintaining the status quo and keeping the poor bound to poverty.Tourism, on the other hand, functions inversely with respect to poverty. While poverty is characterised by a lack of money and resources, tourism is just the opposite. Tourism is one of the largest industries in terms of money spent…

Minister of Tourism Ahmed bin Aqeel Al-Khateeb highlighted the remarkable achievements and progress made in the Saudi Arabian tourism sector at a press conference held by the Saudi Arabian International Communications Center in Abha city, Asir Governorate. Boosted by the support of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the sector recorded a record inflow of 60 million tourists and spending of 143 billion Saudi riyals in the first half of 2024, according to preliminary data. “Vision 2030 focuses on strengthening the tourism sector as a key driver of economic and social development,” Al-Khatib said.…