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Barcelona to Drop ‘Visit’ Slogan, Wants to ‘End Global Call’ for Tourists

Barcelona is pivoting away from mass to quality tourism promotion in the wake of local outrage and pressure.

Dawit Habtemariam | 10 hours ago

Barcelona to Drop ‘Visit’ Slogan, Wants to ‘End Global Call’ for Tourists

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The World’s Most Powerful Passports: Find Out Where Your Country Ranks

Passport rankings are more than just numbers; they show a country's diplomatic power and have real impacts on travel and tourism making them important not just for travelers.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 17 hours ago

The World’s Most Powerful Passports: Find Out Where Your Country Ranks

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India’s Efforts to Boost Adventure Tourism — India Report

India's focus in recent years has been on tourism destination development. In its plan to diversify its offerings to attract different types of travelers, adventure tourism caters to a growing demand.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 days ago

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Venice’s Tourist Fee: 3 Things We’ve Learned So Far and What Comes Next

Venice has trialed its entry free for day trippers. Armed with data, the city is going to figure out adjustments to make it effective.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 days ago

Venice’s Tourist Fee: 3 Things We’ve Learned So Far and What Comes Next

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Indian Union Budget Disappoints Tourism Industry… Yet Again

Once again, the Indian Union Budget left the tourism industry high and dry, ignoring all their key demands. With their hopes for infrastructure status and tax rates dashed, the industry had to content itself with the crumbs of small mercies.

Peden Doma Bhutia and Bulbul Dhawan, Skift | 2 days ago

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Spending by Foreign Tourists Soars, India’s Latest Economic Survey States – India Report

Despite the gains, international travel continues to remain a pain point for India's tourism sector. The Economic Survey, which precedes presentation of the Indian Budget, has emphasized on the recovery of this segment for India. It could indicate a higher allocation to the tourism sector in the Budget set to be presented on Tuesday.

Bulbul Dhawan | 3 days ago

Spending by Foreign Tourists Soars, India’s Latest Economic Survey States – India Report

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Thousands of Mallorca Protesters Demand ‘Limits on Tourism’

Mallorca just had its second mass demonstration against mass tourism this summer. Expect more to come in other hot spots in Spain.

Dawit Habtemariam | 3 days ago

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Japan’s 35 Million Tourist Bonanza in 2024: Great for Business, Not So Much for Overtourism

The weak yen has definitely boosted Japan's tourism industry, but as the country rides this wave of visitors, it’s going to be a tightrope walk — balancing the economic gains with the realities of overtourism.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 days ago

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Trump vs. Harris: What Each Administration Would Mean for the Travel Industry

President Joe Biden’s decision to leave the 2024 U.S. presidential race put an unprecedented twist on what was always going to be an unconventional election. But one thing is clear: Each potential administration’s policies will be wildly different – and have significant implications on the global travel industry.

Sarah Kopit, Dawit Habtemariam, Meghna Maharishi, Skift | 4 days ago

Trump vs. Harris: What Each Administration Would Mean for the Travel Industry

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North Korea’s Benidorm-Inspired Resort Town Planned for May Opening, But Who’s Going?

Fancy a trip to North Korea's seaside resort town?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 7 days ago

North Korea’s Benidorm-Inspired Resort Town Planned for May Opening, But Who’s Going?