News•Feb 21, 2026
THE NON-HOTEL ACCOMMODATION SECTOR IN MAURITIUS IS RISING RAPIDLY
Tourism in Mauritius hit a record 1.44 million arrivals in 2025, generating Rs 103.4 billion in receipts. While hotel guests spend more per night, the non‑hotel accommodation segment—seasonal rentals, villas and apartments—offers longer stays, averaging 15 nights and a higher economic multiplier. Occupancy in this segment remains low at 45.6%, representing untapped capacity that could add up to Rs 4 billion annually with modest supply and service upgrades. Industry bodies and the government are pushing for streamlined regulations and professionalization to unlock this growth.
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News•Feb 21, 2026
THE FASTEST-GROWING TOURISM DESTINATIONS REVEALED
Emerging markets in Brazil, Ethiopia, and Egypt led 2025’s fastest tourism growth, with global arrivals hitting 1.52 billion, a 4 % rise. Brazil saw a 37 % surge to 9.3 million visitors, driven by new air routes and Embratur marketing. Egypt’s Grand Egyptian Museum...
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News•Feb 15, 2026
CZECHIA REMAINS POPULAR TRAVEL DESTINATION IN THE HEART OF EUROPE
Czechia welcomed nearly 23.6 million guests in 2025, generating 59.1 million overnight stays and surpassing pre‑pandemic levels. International arrivals rose 4.1% to 10.9 million, with foreign visitors staying longer and spending more. Domestic tourism also grew, adding 2.5% more Czech residents to accommodations....
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News•Feb 15, 2026
CHINESE OUTBOUND TOURISM LIKELY TO KEEP GROWING IN 2026
Chinese outbound tourism is set to expand in 2026, driven by a stronger yuan, broader visa‑free access and improved economic confidence. Forecasts predict 165‑175 million trips, roughly a 10 % rise that approaches pre‑pandemic levels. Generation Z now dominates the traveler pool, favoring...
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News•Feb 15, 2026
THE SAFEST COUNTRIES IN THE WORLD IN 2026
The HelloSafe Safety Index released its 2026 rankings, evaluating 50 nations across public safety, political stability, health security, cybersecurity, and environmental risk. Iceland tops the list with a 92.4 score, followed by Switzerland, Norway, Finland and Denmark, underscoring Europe’s dominance....
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News•Feb 15, 2026
LONG-HAUL DEMAND DRIVES EUROPEAN TOURISM
Long‑haul travelers from the United States, Canada, China, Japan, South Korea and Australia are reshaping European tourism, according to a new Mabrian and Data Appeal report. Direct flights from these six markets grew 5.2% in 2025, spreading visitor flows to...
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News•Feb 15, 2026
HOTEL INVESTMENT IN THE CARIBBEAN AND CENTRAL AMERICA KEEPS GROWING
Caribbean and Central America are experiencing a surge in luxury hotel investment in 2026, with a strong focus on sustainability and technology. The Dominican Republic leads the market, welcoming 11.6 million visitors and achieving over 70% hotel occupancy, which has attracted...
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News•Feb 15, 2026
MEGA PROJECTS AND A CLEAR STRATEGY DRIVE EGYPT'S TOURISM BOOM
Egypt’s tourism rebounded dramatically in 2025, welcoming 19 million international visitors—a 21% year‑over‑year increase—and generating $18‑$24 billion in revenue. The surge is driven by flagship investments such as the Grand Egyptian Museum, which opened in November 2025, and ambitious Red Sea coastal...
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News•Feb 14, 2026
THE 2026 WORLD CUP REVENUES GO BEYOND THE TOURISM INDUSTRY
Mexico, alongside the U.S. and Canada, will host 13 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, expecting 836,000 tourists—280,000 of them international. Fan fests across Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara are projected to draw 4.2 million attendees, turning public squares into...
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News•Feb 14, 2026
FRANKFURT GREATLY BENEFITS FROM THE TOURISM SECTOR
Frankfurt am Main’s tourism sector delivered roughly €4.92 billion in gross revenue in 2024, underscoring its economic significance. The German Economic Institute for Tourism recorded 71.4 million guest days, with day visitors accounting for three‑quarters of activity. Overnight guests, though fewer, spent...
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News•Feb 8, 2026
AIR PASSENGER TRAFFIC IN EUROPE KEEPS GROWING
European airports handled a record 2.6 billion passengers in 2025, a 4.4% rise over 2024 and roughly 5.6% above pre‑pandemic levels. International traffic drove most of the growth, expanding 5.6%, while domestic flights were essentially flat. The continent’s five busiest hubs—Heathrow,...
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News•Feb 8, 2026
NEW TOURISM JOBS RESHAPING THE SECTOR
The tourism industry is rapidly creating specialized roles to meet travelers’ demand for authentic, personalized experiences, driven by digital tools, sustainability, and wellness trends. Positions such as Chief Experience Officer, Wellness Curator, and Tourism Data Analyst are emerging across luxury...
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News•Feb 8, 2026
NORTH AFRICAN COUNTRIES REPORT HISTORIC TOURISM REVENUE
North Africa’s tourism sector posted a historic $35.25 billion in revenue for 2025, outpacing global averages. Egypt led with $17.8 billion, driven by a 21% jump in arrivals and a record $937 spend per visitor. Morocco recorded a 19% dollar‑growth, generating roughly...
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News•Feb 8, 2026
CAMBODIA’S TOURISM REPORTS DIVERSE FIGURES
Cambodia recorded 5.57 million international arrivals in 2025, a 16.9% drop from 2024 and still 15.7% below the 2019 peak. The decline was driven by a sharp fall in land and sea entries, especially from ASEAN neighbors, while air arrivals surged,...
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News•Feb 7, 2026
WINE TOURISM IN ITALY DRIVES GROWTH IN THE TRAVEL SECTOR
Italy’s wine tourism is expanding rapidly, offsetting a historic decline in global wine consumption. The sector contributes to a $46.5 billion global market growing at a 12.9% CAGR, with Europe holding 51% share and Italy among the regional leaders. Domestic visitors...
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News•Feb 7, 2026
WITH 97 M VISITORS, SPAIN REMAINS POPULAR TRAVEL DESTINATION
Spain recorded a historic 96.8 million international arrivals in 2025, a 3.2% rise over 2024, according to INE’s Frontur and Egatur surveys. Tourist spending jumped to €134.7 billion, up 6.8%, indicating a shift toward higher‑value visits. The United Kingdom remained the top...
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News•Feb 7, 2026
TURKEY REPORTED RECORD TOURISM REVENUE IN 2025
Turkey recorded a historic tourism peak in 2025, welcoming roughly 63.9 million visitors and generating $65.2 billion in revenue. Visitor numbers rose 2.7% year‑over‑year, while tourism earnings climbed 6.8%, surpassing government targets. The market mix featured 52.8 million foreign tourists and 11.1 million Turkish...
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