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Launched by the United Nations Tourism Office, “The Business of Tourism: Investing in Peru” focused on foreign investment trends in the tourism sector and highlighted Peru as a leading destination for tourism investments. At a presentation organized by the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism and the Development Bank for Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), plaques were presented to the seven towns selected as Peru’s best tourist villages for 2022 and 2023.Key points from the document “Promoting Foreign Investment: Presentation of Tourism Business Investment Guidelines for Investment in Peru and General Guidelines for the Development of Public Investment…

This summer, Copenhagen will reward tourists who make sustainable choices. With the CopenhagenPay program, authorities are aiming to reduce tourism’s environmental impact on the city of 600,000 people. The program is certainly needed, with historic attractions such as Frederiksberg Palace and the Little Mermaid statue, and more than 12 million people booking rooms there last year. There has also been a recent backlash against over-tourism across Europe, from locals shooting tourists with water pistols in Barcelona to protests in the Canary Islands. Copenhagen’s program isn’t aimed at reducing tourists, but it may make locals feel more comfortable. Here’s how Copenhagen…

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 16:54 Copy link WhatsApp Facebook X (via Twitter) LinkedIn telegram thread Cruise lines have begun rerouting to more “tourist-friendly” destinations following mass anti-tourism protests across Spain. According to forecasts by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the cruise industry plans to increase capacity by 10% over the next five years. The association does not believe that Spain’s anti-tourism movement will affect the sales of the cruise industry, but it will affect the destinations that cruise passengers visit. “Tourism phobia is not only a problem in Spain, but also in France and other Mediterranean countries, but tourists…

Denver’s tourism industry will continue to see strong growth in 2023 – Image by Alex Mertz on Unsplash Visitor numbers and spending continued to grow, with revenue reaching $10.3 billion and domestic visitation reaching 37.4 million. Today, VISIT DENVER, the City of Denver’s official tourism sales and marketing agency, announced that Denver will welcome a record 37.4 million domestic tourists in 2023, a 3% increase over the previous record set in 2022. This record number of visitors spent more money than ever in Denver, generating $10.3 billion in tourism revenue, nearly 10% above last year’s record amount of $9.4 billion.…

Sustainable Tourism MarketThe latest research document published by HTF MI on “Global Sustainable Tourism Market Size, Share, Revenue and Forecast 2024-2030” is over 123 pages long. The study is segmented by major regions where marketization is accelerating. The Sustainable Tourism research is a perfect combination of qualitative and quantitative market data collected and verified mainly through primary and secondary sources.The major players in this report are:TUI Group (Germany), AccorHotels (France), Marriott International (US), InterContinental Hotels Group (UK), Hilton Worldwide Holdings (US), Club Med (France), Melia Hotels International (Spain), Radisson Hotel Group (Belgium), EcoHotels (Thailand), Banyan Tree Holdings Limited (Singapore), Wilderness…

North America Outbound Medical Tourism Services Market Trends Overview 2024-2031:A new report by Coherent Market Insights titled “North America Outbound Medical Tourism Services Market: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunities and Forecast 2024-2031” offers a comprehensive analysis of the industry with insights into the North America Outbound Medical Tourism Services market analysis. The report also includes competitor and regional analysis, and the latest advancements in the market.The report includes a complete table of contents, figures, tables, graphs, and insightful analysis. The North American outbound medical tourism services market has grown significantly in recent years, driven by several key factors such…

Global research firm McKinsey’s economic report for the first quarter of this year showed that tourism is becoming a key factor in Southeast Asia’s economic recovery. However, while some countries are experiencing strong growth, others are facing challenges, creating diverse opportunities and considerations for the region’s travel industry. Consumption is key One such success story is Indonesia, whose economy has been boosted greatly by strong domestic consumption, fuelled by recent elections and spending on Ramadan celebrations this year. Increased domestic consumption is also seen as a potential boost for domestic tourism, which could in turn offset the negative impact of…

Skift Take In a fiercely competitive tourism industry where every destination is vying to attract more visitors, Thailand knows it needs to act swiftly and decisively, so it’s no surprise that the country is already formulating its tourism strategy for 2025, aiming to stay ahead of the curve. Peden Doma Bhutia The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) aims to increase domestic tourism revenue by 7.5 percent next year. “The TAT has set a target of increasing tourism receipts by more than 7.5 percent in 2025, 1.7 times Thailand’s projected GDP growth rate this year. This is based on a ‘best-case…

Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) is focused on increasing tourism numbers to New Zealand throughout the year, particularly by encouraging visits during the off-peak season from March to November. TNZ general manager for Asia, Greg Wafelbacher, said: “We aim to increase the value of tourism in New Zealand by US$5 billion over the next four years, with 70% of that growth coming from off-peak arrivals.” TNZ hopes to attract more tourists during off-peak periods. Pictured is Lake Matheson on New Zealand’s South Island. “By encouraging off-peak season arrivals, we support our tourism industry and economy while providing travelers with a great…

Traveling alone can be scary. Whether you’re heading to a city across the country or across the world, traveling alone comes with a variety of concerns, from the awkwardness of eating alone to more serious safety concerns, especially for women. But despite all the fears and uncertainties, traveling solo can be one of the most freeing and rewarding experiences. Choosing the right destination is important, so we’ve rounded up some of the best destinations around the world for women to travel solo. Best for Safety First: IcelandBest for Booking a Single Room: Copenhagen, DenmarkBest for Free Attractions: Washington DCBest Destinations…