Global Leaders Converge in Dubai: Defining the Future of Net-Positive Tourism at the 2025 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
DUBAI, UAE – As the global tourism industry faces the dual pressure of increasing demand and the urgent necessity of climate action, the second annual World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality…
Southeast Asia’s Tourism Under Threat as Haze Chokes Skies Ahead of Peak Season
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – A thick, acrid haze, originating primarily from Indonesian forest and peatland fires, has once again descended upon Southeast Asia, casting a pall not only over the…
Geopolitical Tensions Cast a Shadow: Houthi Strikes on Saudi Arabia Ripple Across Gulf Tourism
Dubai, UAE – May 15, 2024 – The escalating geopolitical tensions stemming from Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia are sending tremors through the broader Gulf tourism sector, prompting a palpable…
The Global Ascent of Día de los Muertos: How Mexico’s Ancestral Tradition is Reshaping Modern Tourism
The colorful marigolds, the scent of copal incense, and the striking imagery of catrinas have transcended their traditional Mexican roots to become a global cultural phenomenon. New data from Amadeus…
A New Era of Renewable Integration: World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Partners with CPIA to Decarbonize Global Tourism
DÜSSELDORF, Germany — In a move set to redefine the carbon footprint of the international travel sector, the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) and the China Photovoltaic Industry Association…
Maldives Tourism Recalibrates: Indian Market Surges Amidst Geopolitical Shifts
MALÉ, Maldives – The pristine turquoise waters and luxurious overwater bungalows of the Maldives, long a coveted destination for global travelers, faced an unexpected challenge earlier this year. A geopolitical…
The Grand Prix Effect: How Back-to-Back Races Are Transforming Southeast Asian Tourism
SINGAPORE & KUALA LUMPUR – This October, the eyes of the global sporting world will turn firmly toward Southeast Asia. In a rare and highly anticipated scheduling convergence, the region…
Redefining the Horizon: The 2025 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards Set a New Gold Standard for Global Tourism
DUBAI, 30 October 2025 — As the global tourism industry faces the dual pressures of climate change and evolving traveler expectations, a new benchmark for excellence has been established. In…
India Eyes a Century: Tourism Minister Unveils Ambitious 100 Million Arrivals Target by 2047 Amidst Current Decline
Malta – In a declaration resonating with both audacious ambition and the stark reality of current challenges, India’s Tourism Minister, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, has unveiled a visionary goal: to catapult…
The Marathon Boom: How Global Running Culture is Redefining Urban Tourism
The global marathon circuit is currently experiencing a historic surge in popularity, evolving from niche athletic challenges into massive, multi-billion-dollar tourism engines. Following a landmark year for the sport—highlighted by…















