World Tourism

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 …

[ad_1] 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 …

[ad_1] 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 …

[ad_1] 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 …

[ad_1] 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 …

British Airways will become the only airline to offer a direct flight from the UK to Pittsburgh when a new service takes off in April next year. From April 2nd, the airline will launch a year-round four-per-week service to the Pennsylvanian city from Heathrow. The new route will take the …

The Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing has signed a partnership with Al Tayyar Travel Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel and tourism company, The deal will see a strategic alliance formed with the aim of further enhancing Dubai’s position as the preferred destination for Saudi visitors. The partnership will …

Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, crown prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has named Gerard Inzerillo chief executive of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority. The body, of which the crown prince is chairman, will spearhead a transformative initiative to restore the historic birthplace of the Saudi state. …