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Travel and Tourism Trends in U.S. and Canada

Smart Meetings

Suffice it to say, the general public in both North America and Canada are eager to travel while also welcoming tourism and events back to their respective communities much in the vein of the storied “before times.” with two-thirds of Canadian sentiment pointing to the approval of boosting tourism, regardless of resident age.

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Feeling Good: 2022 Wellness Tourism Trends

Dana Communications

When the global pandemic that started unfolding in 2020 shifted all of our lives dramatically, it fueled a wellness crisis—physical, mental and spiritual—in addition to putting the brakes on travel and resulting tourism revenue. Engaging in philantourism , a mix of “philanthropy” and “tourism.”

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The 2024 Travel Outlook Survey Results: Appealing to the Traveler’s Niche Interest

Advanced Travel and Tourism

“Local gastronomy, nature, wellness and rural tourism experiences will take centre stage in travel in 2024.” The Global Wellness Institute predicts wellness tourism will grow 21% by 2025, becoming the leading growth sector within the wellness category. ADVENTURE Mother Nature for the win. After all, everybody likes to eat.

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Tourism to grow in GCC as visitor numbers from key source markets continue to rise

Travel Daily Media

The post Tourism to grow in GCC as visitor numbers from key source markets continue to rise appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The return of the Chinese market, which, despite only coming back in Q1 of this year, has already moved into a top five position,” said Mohamed Al Rais, Deputy Managing Director- at Al Rais Travel.

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Why Are Public and Private Stakeholders Investing in Foreign Tourism Projects?

Solimar International

Tourism is a global business: last year, global capital investment in travel and tourism totaled $856 billion. When it comes to tourism, governmental and non-governmental stakeholders invest not only domestically, but also abroad. Chain hotels are a classic example of private-sector FDI in tourism.

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Antigua and Barbuda focuses on building partnerships during CHTA Caribbean Travel Marketplace

Travel Daily Media

The delegation from the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, led by CEO Colin C. James and UK and Europe Director of Tourism Cherrie Osborne, collaborated with leading tourism partners, including the Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association represented by Executive Director Patrice Simon.

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Sustainable Tourism in Liberia: Digital Marketing and Development

Solimar International

Tragically, this political turmoil also destroyed Liberia’s tourism sector. The government also aims to do this through digital marketing and sustainable development of their tourism sector. With more tourists, the Liberian tourism sector will be able to develop further. million hectares of forested land: 43.4%