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The European Travel Commission has confirmed that Europe’s tourism industry is experiencing a strong recovery. The recovery is progressing steadily, but ongoing risks mean the pace of recovery will vary across regions and supply markets.According to the European Travel Commission’s quarterly report “Trends and Outlook for European Tourism”, the association confirms that the European tourism industry is experiencing a strong recovery. The report tracks the performance of European tourism in the first quarter of the year, taking into account macroeconomic and geopolitical factors that may affect the industry.Compiling data from reporting sources, the number of foreign tourists in the first…
Skift Take Sun, savings and sport are all factors driving Europe’s tourism recovery. Elizabeth Casolo A recent report from the European Travel Commission found that Europe approached pre-pandemic tourism levels last year, but some countries are beginning to exceed them in early 2024. While not all European countries share data on foreign visitors, some countries welcomed more tourists earlier this year than they did during the same period in 2019. Based on data from reporting countries, foreign arrivals increased by 7.2 percent, while foreign overnight stays increased by 6.5 percent. Here are some key players to watch as Europe recovers:…
China’s visa-free regime is aimed at promoting tourism and international relations. advertisementChina has extended visa-free travel to 11 European countries and Malaysia until the end of 2025.The visa-free scheme has been announced in stages from the beginning of 2024 and was originally scheduled to last for one year. The aim is to encourage more people to visit China for business and tourism, and to promote exchanges between Chinese and foreigners.Citizens of Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain and Switzerland will be able to enter the country without a visa until the end of next year.At…
Foreign tourist arrivals and overnight stays will exceed 2019 levels in the first quarter of 2024. Sporting events, high travel demand, and inflation drive tourism spending to record levels. BRUSSELS – Europe’s tourism industry is experiencing a strong recovery in the first months of 2024. Based on reporting destination data, foreign arrivals (+7.2%) and overnight stays (+6.5%) in the first quarter of this year exceeded 2019 numbers. This continues the upward trend observed in 2023, with the number of foreign arrivals being 1.2% below 2019 levels and the number of overnight stays being only 0.2% below. This recovery has been…
Munising is perched along the south shore of Lake Superior, right at the entrance to the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, and has experienced remarkable changes over the past five years, due in large part to a surge in tourism. Breathtaking natural beauty and wide range of outdoor activities make Munising a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts, helping this small city of approximately 2,000 residents boost the local economy and community life. I am.The center of Munising’s tourist attraction lies on the majestic Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, a 48-mile stretch of sandstone cliffs, pristine beaches, and enchanting woodlands. This natural wonder…
trip Written by David Lancel Published May 7, 2024 at 10:13 PM ET The Big Apple’s beating heart has won a Booby Award for a new study of the world’s most hated tourist traps. AFP (via Getty Images) They didn’t tell me the time. According to reports, 64.5 million tourists are expected to enter New York City by the end of 2024, just a few million shy of 2019’s record 66.6 million, and nearly all of them will at least visit Times Square. A stroll is guaranteed. They’ll hate it, according to a new study. Times Square is said to…
People watch a light show in a square in Harbin, the capital of northeastern China’s Heilongjiang province, on May 3, 2024. (Xinhua/Wang Jianwei)HARBIN, May 8 (Xinhua) – Harbin, known as China’s “ice city” in northeastern Heilongjiang province, saw a 35% year-on-year increase in tourist numbers and a 71.7% increase in tourism revenue during the May Day period. reported. This shows the continued growth and development vitality of the city’s tourism market.During the five-day holiday, Harbin welcomed more than 6.2 million tourists and generated nearly 7.3 billion yuan (approximately US$1.03 billion) in tourism revenue, according to the Harbin Tourism Bureau.According to…
The Indonesian government is in the process of passing regulations to establish the Indonesia Tourism Fund (ITF). This fund will be used to support a variety of large-scale tourism events that can create synergies, such as music concerts. One way to raise money for the fund is to levy tourism fees on airfares, which is likely to increase ticket prices. The plan sparked opposition from consumer rights advocates as well as business stakeholders in Indonesia’s tourism industry, including the country’s aviation industry.The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy has drafted a presidential regulation that will serve as the legal basis…
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Over the years, Australia has also become an increasingly popular and favorite destination for Vietnamese tourists. Building on the success of Vietnam – Ho Chi Minh City Tourism to be held in Australia in 2023, the Roadshow Vietnam – Ho Chi Minh City Tourism will introduce and promote the image of Vietnam – Ho Chi Minh City as a tourist destination to the Australian travel industry and public, as well as provide tourism opportunities. It is intended to expand. Australian and Vietnamese partners in the tourism sector met to share…
Imagine riding a cable car and seeing the breathtaking beauty of Turrialba Volcano from above. This may soon become a reality thanks to pioneering proposals put forward by the members of Congress representing the ruling party, Rosaura Méndez (PLN), Alejandro Pacheco (PUSC) and Pilar Cisneros. The proposed installation of the cable car system is part of the “Nuevo Territorio Turrialba y Jiménez” project, which aims to promote social inclusion and economic revitalization in the region. At the heart of this initiative is a commitment to revitalize local economies and create new job opportunities for local communities. The feasibility of the…