World Tourism

Even if science was not your strongest subject in school, there’s something undeniably appealing about humanity’s quest to explore outer space. Kennedy Space Center, on Merritt Island, Florida, is brimming with inspiring stories of space missions and makes rocket science accessible to the masses. Just a short drive from destinations …

WASHINGTON – U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, announced additions to its Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards of 2018. To help consumers spend, save and manage their money responsibly, U.S. News evaluates credit cards across 21 categories, including Best Airline Rewards Credit Cards …

All Nippon Airways is airing a new communications platform in Europe – ‘We Are Japan’ – in a bid to capitalise on the growing spotlight shining on the country as it continues to prepare for the Olympic Games in 2020. The campaign reflects ANA’s ambition to use its Japanese spirit …

UKinbound has released its latest business barometer results, in collaboration with Qa Research, based on members’ feedback regarding their business performance in May and June this year. Some 72 per cent stated that bookings/visitor numbers/customer orders were the same or higher compared to the same period last year. For those …

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi has opened to the public. The world’s first-ever Warner Bros. branded indoor theme park, the project was developed by Miral, Abu Dhabi’s creator of destinations, in partnership with Warner Bros. Entertainment, with an investment of $1 billion. The destination was opened earlier by United Arab …

Without effective reciprocal arrangements for movement of people between the UK and EU, the UK may see a decline in skilled cultural sector workers coming to the country, warns a new report from the House of Lords. Such a development would be to the detriment of the sector, and represent …

Haven to a fascinating blend of eclectic cultures, grassroots politics and infectiously funky vibes, Austin is one amazing destination. Despite being the capital of Texas, home to a major university, and one of the fastest growing U.S. cities, Austin somehow manages to retain its small-town feel. It’s a delightful mix …

ORLANDO, FLA. – The vast majority of Americans (75 percent) would consider working with a travel agent to plan their vacations, while some 27 million travelers plan to do so just within the next year, according to new research from AAA Travel. The outlook remains positive for years to come, …

The disastrous impact of last year’s devastating hurricanes is quickly developing into an unprecedented victory for the island’s crucial tourism industry, said top tourism and hospitality officials at a media roundtable discussion in New York this week. The deadly storms provided Puerto Rico tourism stakeholders with a somewhat ironic “opportunity …

MADRID, SPAIN – A new World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) report aims to help manage growing urban tourism flows and their impact on cities and residents. “Overtourism’? Understanding and managing urban tourism growth beyond perceptions”, was launched today during the 7th UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism, in Seoul, Republic of …