Category: Global Tourism Markets

Turkey Ushers in Visa-Free Era for Chinese Tourists in Bid to Spark Tourism Boom

Published January 2, 2026 by Staff Writer

Turkey Ushers in Visa-Free Era for Chinese Tourists in Bid to Spark Tourism Boom

Whether wandering Istanbul's Grand Bazaar or floating over Cappadocia at dawn, Turkey's doors are now wider open to China.

ISTANBUL (TRI) — Turkey has kicked off 2026 with a major tourism gambit: granting visa-free entry to Chinese citizens holding ordinary passports,…

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Israel’s Tourism in 2025: A Year of Cautious Recovery with 1.3 Million Visitors

Published December 31, 2025 by Staff Writer

Israel’s Tourism in 2025: A Year of Cautious Recovery with 1.3 Million Visitors

Emerging trends included eco-adventures in the Negev Desert, wine tours in the Galilee, and tech-focused visits to Haifa and Tel Aviv's innovation hubs.

JERUSALEM (TRI) — As 2025 draws to a close, Israel’s tourism sector is showing signs of tentative revival, welcoming approximately 1.3 million…

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Tourists Flock to Times Square: NYC Gears Up for Historic New Year’s Eve 2026 Celebration

Published December 31, 2025 by Staff Writer

Tourists Flock to Times Square: NYC Gears Up for Historic New Year’s Eve 2026 Celebration

Times Square, the beating heart of Manhattan’s visitor economy, sees an average of 360,000 pedestrians daily, swelling dramatically during the holidays.

NEW YORK (TRI) — With just hours left in 2025, tourists are pouring into Times Square in record numbers, drawn to the…

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Global Tourism Economy Forum • Heilongjiang 2025 culminates in success and elevates Macao’s international profile as world centre of tourism and leisure

Published December 30, 2025 by Staff Writer

Global Tourism Economy Forum • Heilongjiang 2025 culminates in success and elevates Macao’s international profile as world centre of tourism and leisure

Global Tourism Economy Forum • Heilongjiang 2025 was held in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province with success. Venturing beyond Macao for the first time, the…

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Brazil’s Tourism Surge in 2025: A Record-Breaking Year of Growth and Global Appeal

Published December 28, 2025 by Staff Writer

Brazil’s Tourism Surge in 2025: A Record-Breaking Year of Growth and Global Appeal

Southern states shone brightly: Rio Grande do Sul (1.43 million), Paraná (958,000, including Iguazu Falls), and Santa Catarina (651,000) for European-style heritage and pristine beaches.

Rio De Janeiro (TRI) — As 2025 draws to a close, Brazil is celebrating a landmark achievement in its tourism sector: more…

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Tunisia Shatters Tourism Records in 2025: Over 11 Million Visitors Mark Historic Milestone

Published December 23, 2025 by Staff Writer

Tunisia Shatters Tourism Records in 2025: Over 11 Million Visitors Mark Historic Milestone

Announced by Tourism Minister Sofiane Tekaia on December 22, 2025, this figure represents a remarkable recovery and growth trajectory, solidifying Tunisia's position as one of Africa's leading destinations amid global and regional challenges.

As 2025 draws to a close, Tunisia has achieved an unprecedented milestone in its tourism sector, welcoming over 11 million international visitors…

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Surge in Birth Tourism to Canada: A Niche but Growing Segment of Medical and Citizenship-Driven Travel

Published December 23, 2025 by Staff Writer

Surge in Birth Tourism to Canada: A Niche but Growing Segment of Medical and Citizenship-Driven Travel

Canada is witnessing a clear surge in birth tourism, with non-resident self-pay births recovering to pre-pandemic levels and renewing political debate.

As 2025 draws to a close, Canada is experiencing a notable post-pandemic rebound in birth tourism—the practice of non-resident women traveling to…

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