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Americans are setting inflation worries aside to take more international trips this year than ever before, “prioritizing meaningful experiences over material goods,” according to a new report from Mastercard. And card issuers say people aren’t shying away from spending big bucks for those experiences: “Nine of the last 10 highest spending days on record for the global cruise and airline industries occurred in 2024.” Mastercard compiled the report using anonymized spending data and third-party sources that track things like visitor arrivals, length of stay and even weather data. “Today’s travelers are discerning, choosing destinations that offer both value and authenticity,”…
Illinois has seen a 39% increase in international visitors since 2022. This highlights the state’s growing global appeal. CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Tourism has announced that the state will see a significant increase in international visitors in 2023, marking a significant milestone in Illinois’ tourism growth. According to data provided by Tourism Economics, Illinois will welcome 2.16 million international tourists in 2023, reflecting a significant 39% increase over the previous year. This surge in international visitors shows that Illinois is an increasingly popular destination worldwide. Additionally, international visitors will inject approximately $2.7 billion…
May 14, 2024 Hanoi – Thai Nguyen is located in the northeastern part of the country and is blessed with natural beauty such as mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, caves, streams, and waterfalls. The state is home to over 1,000 cultural and historical relics and many national intangible heritage sites and archaeological sites. It is known as an attractive tourist destination with famous landscapes and the largest tea cultivation area in Vietnam. “Thai Nguyen is a semi-mountainous area, with favorable natural conditions creating an ecological region very suitable for the growth and development of tea plants,” said Nguyen Thanh Binh, vice…
For those who want to unwind after work during a weekend getaway, what could be more rejuvenating than an Ayurvedic spa or a soothing massage? hotel chains are prioritizing wellness facilities at their properties to attract such travelers.Industry experts say more tourists are turning to wellness activities and health-focused resorts to reduce stress. In an interview with NDTV Profit, a spokesperson for Lemon Tree Hotels Limited said, “A significant increase in spiritual wellness tourism has been observed in recent years.Unlike other sectors, wellness tourism It appears that the economic downturn has had little impact.””Our hotels, especially our luxury brands, have…
In this article, we will look at the 25 cheapest cities to visit in Europe. You can skip our detailed analysis to go directly to 5 Cheapest Cities to Visit in Europe.Overview of the European Tourism SectorTourism in Europe is bouncing back to its pre-pandemic levels after suffering a steep decline. According to data from the United Nations World Travel Organization, tourism in the region dropped by 20% in the first quarter of 2022 compared to Q1 in 2019. However, the percentage change in worldwide tourist arrivals to Europe was only 9% lower between January and June 2023 than in…
Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said the 30-day visa to visit Sri Lanka has been reinstated.Southwest Photography | Digital Vision | Getty ImagesThe cost of obtaining a short-term visa to visit Sri Lanka rose from $50 to $100 in April.However, there is debate as to why.The increase comes as Sri Lanka moves from using the domestic Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to an electronic visa system operated by visa processing company VFS Global.Sri Lanka Tourism Minister Harin Fernando told CNBC on Thursday that VFS Global “missed” the issuance of 30-day visas when it started processing visas to the country on April 17,…
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — Seminole County leaders want to move forward with a proposal to start more tourism projects in the area. A county spokesperson said it’s an idea that has been considered for about three years. What you need to know: Seminole County commissioners consider adopting ordinance that would pave the way for more tourism projects A county spokesperson said this is an idea that has been considered for three years. County commissioners plan to hold a work session to consider the ordinance ahead of Tuesday’s meeting County officials estimate direct tourism spending at about $740 million last year,…
This blog may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy for more info. Alberta is the fourth largest province of Canada, and it’s just full of epic places to visit! Alberta’s landscape includes prairies, mountains, desert badlands, vast coniferous forests, and over 600 lakes. There is so much to do in Alberta! Believe me, I lived there for over 15 years, and in that time, made sure to see and do as much as I possibly could. In fact, my family still lives in Alberta and I visit all the time (partially to see them and partially to explore more…
breadcrumb trail linknews local newsEdmonton attracts buyers and sellers in the tourism industry from across the country and around the world.Published date May 13, 2024 • Last updated 19 minutes ago • Reading time 3 minutes Register for free here to save this article. Or sign in if you have an account.Explore Edmonton’s Paul Hawes said hundreds of tourism industry professionals from Canada and abroad will attend the Rendez-Vous Canada Show in Edmonton from February 14-17, 2024.Photo by: David Bloom/PostmediaArticle contentRendezvous Canada, the country’s largest tourism trade show, is in Edmonton this week for its annual conference that connects tourism…
listen to this story Loading audio file. Please wait. speed1.00 0.25 0.50 0.75 1.00 1.25 1.50 1.75 2.00 Phil Taillon (Photo courtesy of Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority) The South Shore Tourism and Convention Authority’s Board of Directors has selected Phil Taillon as the Authority’s next president and CEO. Taillon will replace former Crown Point Mayor David Uran, who resigned at the end of 2023. Mr. Taillon currently serves as Chief of Staff for the City of Hammond and previously held the role of Executive Director of Planning and Development. The department said in a news release that he was…