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India ranks among the lowest when it comes to women’s economic participation and equal access to opportunities, but a growing number of tourism-based initiatives are helping create a level playing field for women. “Have a great holiday!” Renu Sharma greeted me with a warm smile and took my hand in hers. She had two bangles on each wrist and her hair pulled back in a perfect bun. She exuded a stress-free cool vibe that was difficult for me to embody in the incessant honking and 90°F heat of Jaipur, India. As I slid into the cushioned back seat of her…
Wildfires in Europe are ravaging some of the continent’s most beloved tourist destinations, causing destruction and health hazards. The fires, which began on Monday 1 July 2024 as a European heatwave hit, are also spreading during the peak summer holiday travel season, causing disruption for holidaymakers and severely impacting the tourism industry. Below we look at the countries and regions most affected, and what this means for people who have already booked trips to Europe.Where are the wildfires in Europe?At the time of writing (Wednesday, July 3rd), wildfires are burning on the islands of Kos, Chios, Crete and Zakynthos. Residents…
Company logoBusiness Travel MarketBusiness Travel MarketDublin, July 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Business Travel Market Report: By Type, Purpose Type, Spend, Age Group, Service Type, Trip Type, End User, Region 2024-2032” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com.The global business travel market size reached US$1.1 trillion in 2023. Looking ahead, the publisher expects the market to reach US$1.9 trillion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.3% between 2023 and 2032.In recent years, a rapidly globalizing world has seen an accelerating trend in business travel, including client meetings, brand and product promotion, business expansion, employee training and incentives, and more.The global…
Wednesday, July 3, 2024Reading time: 3 minutes In the first half of 2024, Egypt’s tourism sector revenues increased by 5%, reaching $6.6 billion from $6.3 billion in the same period in 2023. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities reported that 7.069 million tourists visited Egypt from January to June 2024, up slightly from 7.062 million the previous year, an increase of 0.1%. The increase in tourists also led to an increase in the number of overnight stays in Egypt to 70.2 million, up from 67.6 million in 2023. Increase in tourism revenue In the first half of 2024, Egypt’s tourism…
Visiting Oslo: enjoying the dry humor Just launched last week, VisitOSLO’s new tongue-in-cheek campaign highlighting Oslo’s revitalization, “Is it really a city?”, is currently going viral, with over 1.5 million views on TikTok, 1.2 million on Instagram and over 6 million on X. This ad takes the bold step of mocking itself and tourist traps in general. The ad humorously highlights the city’s less crowded tourist spots, promoting the lack of queues for food, the freedom to swim wherever you want, and the absence of stuffy museums. This clever use of dry humor not only entertains, but also effectively communicates…
In the Best City category, Thailand’s Bangkok took the top spot for the second year in a row.Japan stood out with three cities – Osaka, Tokyo and Kyoto – making it into the top five.Hoi An in Vietnam has taken the sixth place, a position previously held by another Vietnamese city, Hanoi.Last year’s Luxury Awards Asia Pacific named Vietnam’s Hanoi and Hue as the top contenders, but for 2024 only Hoi An made the list.Located on Vietnam’s central coast, Hoi An is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a well-preserved historic old town crisscrossed by canals, featuring strong influences from…
Skift Take About 1.5 million Russians visited Egypt last year, making it the second most visited country after Germany. Josh Corder In the first half of 2024, Egypt’s tourism sector revenues rose 5% to $6.6 billion from $6.3 billion in the same period in 2023. According to the latest data from the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, Egypt welcomed 7.069 million tourists from January to June 2024, up from 7.062 million tourists the previous year, a slight 0.1% increase from 2023. The ministry also reported that Egypt’s tourism receipts have grown 18 percent since 2010, reaching $5.6 billion in the…
Whether you’re traveling with your mom, sister, or a group of friends, nothing beats a getaway with the girls. These 25 spots around the world are the best girls’ trip destinations for a weekend escape or a longer trip packed with fun, beautiful views, and lots of quality time. Palm Beach, Florida Sean Pavone/Getty Images For an easy-to-reach domestic girls’ trip destination that promises endless year-round sunshine, a pastel color palette, and palm tree-dotted beaches, head to Palm Beach, Florida. Fly into Palm Beach International Airport, and within minutes, you’ll cross the bridge to one of the wealthiest yet most…
He stressed that although Thailand’s tourism industry has been recovering this year, the country still faces many challenges and risks and needs to be approached carefully. Given the uncertainty and fragility of the global economy, it is not possible to do nothing and hope for the best in the final three months of the high season. “Unforeseen circumstances may arise that prevent Thailand from achieving its goals,” he noted. He further said Thailand’s tourism industry should be prepared to accept the possibility that it may not meet its 3.5 trillion baht revenue target, noting that the latest tourism spending…
The UN Tourism Organization’s Brand Africa Regional Conference, taking place in Livingstone, Zambia, aims to foster collaboration, innovation and investment to strengthen Africa’s tourism sector and global competitiveness. The UN Tourism organisation will bring together leaders from across the sector to highlight the importance of collaboration to unlock investment and growth potential across the region and amplify the voice of ‘Brand Africa’. The second regional conference on Brand Africa (22 July, Livingstone, Zambia) will further UN Tourism’s efforts to support member states across the region in setting the course for the coming years. The conference will bring together member states,…