Why Caribbean Tourism Should Compete Globally—Not Against Itself
Is the Caribbean competing against itself while the rest of the world wins? Anguilla’s tourism chief says the region’s real competitors are destinations like th
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Global Travel & Tourism Investment Tops $1 Trillion as Major Economies Fuel Industry Growth
Global Travel & Tourism investment surpassed $1 trillion in 2025 for the first time since before the pandemic, with the United States, China, India, and Sau
Guatemala’s Fuego Volcano Erupts: What Travelers to Antigua Need to Know
Volcán de Fuego has intensified its activity, prompting evacuations near Guatemala’s famous Antigua. While the UNESCO World Heritage city remains open to visito
David Germain Returns to Lead Seychelles Tourism in the Americas
Veteran tourism marketer David Germain is back at the Seychelles Tourism Board, bringing more than 40 years of global industry experience to lead the destinatio
Tourism’s Quiet Diplomacy: Iran Says “We’re Back” While Israel Welcomes Holiday Flights
As politicians exchange threats across the Middle East, tourism is telling a different story. Iran is inviting visitors again after UNESCO recognized Alamut Cas
How historically low water levels are affecting life in Germany
Germany’s rivers are running at exceptionally low levels, disrupting river cruises, pushing up transport costs and putting pressure on industry. Economists warn
OPINION: Germany's outdated surrogacy laws are the real scandal
Following the outcry over politician Jens Spahn’s decision to have a baby through surrogacy in the US, writer Caitlin Hardee argues that Germany missed a key mo
Why Bulgaria and Romania Are Europe’s Next Great City Break Destinations
Affordable, historic, and increasingly well-connected, Bulgaria and Romania are emerging as compelling alternatives for European city breaks. Discover why trave
Are Hotels in Ghana Really More Expensive Than West Africa? A Balanced Perspective
Are hotels in Ghana really more expensive than those in the rest of West Africa? Tourism consultant Emmanuel Frimpong argues that the real issue is not excessiv
Three hard truths for Indians thinking about moving to Germany
Many students and young professionals pay up to €20,000 to migrate to Germany, only to find themselves trapped in an illegal gig economy. We spoke to a labour e
Authentic Tourism: São Tomé and Príncipe: Africa’s Last “Leve Leve”
São Tomé and Príncipe is quietly emerging as one of Africa’s most extraordinary sustainable tourism destinations. From pristine rainforests and UNESCO-listed co
Madrid breaks tourism record as international visitor spending tops €10 billion in six months
Home to UN Tourism, the World Travel & Tourism Council and one of Europe’s strongest conference industries, the Spanish capital is turning culture, connecti