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Why China is Poised to Become the World’s Largest Tourism Economy by 2031 (And What This Means for Travellers Choosing Between East and West)

Published April 16, 2026 by Staff Writer

Why China is Poised to Become the World’s Largest Tourism Economy by 2031 (And What This Means for Travellers Choosing Between East and West)US visa application processes require social media account disclosures, extensive background checks, interview appointments experiencing months-long wait times in major source markets, and fees that combined with travel costs make US trips expensive before visitors arrive.

As US tourism declines amid visa barriers, China grows 9.9%—powered by $968B domestic spending and visa-free policies—on track to overtake America by…

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The Great Inversion: Why Domestic Tourism Just Became the Industry’s Most Valuable Asset

Published April 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

The Great Inversion: Why Domestic Tourism Just Became the Industry’s Most Valuable AssetMore than 119 million Americans traveled domestically during the 2024 holiday season—smashing the all-time record set in 2019 before COVID disrupted global travel patterns.

Record 119 million Americans traveling domestically during holidays, $1.3 trillion in U.S. spending, and 70% projected share by 2030 signal fundamental shift…

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Belgium’s 46 Million Overnight Success: What Europe’s Overlooked Tourism Market Reveals About Strategic Positioning

Published March 24, 2026 by Staff Writer

Belgium’s 46 Million Overnight Success: What Europe’s Overlooked Tourism Market Reveals About Strategic Positioning

Belgium’s 3% growth reaching 46.1 million overnight stays demonstrates how diversified product offerings, strategic geography, and infrastructure resilience create competitive advantage that…

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Colombia’s $21.6 Billion Tourism Triumph: How a Nation Shed Its Past and Became South America’s Leader

Published March 10, 2026 by Staff Writer

Colombia’s $21.6 Billion Tourism Triumph: How a Nation Shed Its Past and Became South America’s LeaderToday, Colombia ranks among South America's leading tourism destinations alongside Brazil, welcoming 5.13 million visitors in 2025 and establishing itself as the region's fastest-growing major market.

From Pablo Escobar’s shadow to 5.13 million annual visitors, Colombia’s tourism sector is on track to contribute $21.6 billion to GDP—surpassing coffee,…

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The Death of the Tourism Season: How Year-Round Strategies Are Replacing Summer Dominance

Published March 3, 2026 by Staff Writer

The Death of the Tourism Season: How Year-Round Strategies Are Replacing Summer DominanceFor tourism ministers, DMO executives, and destination planners, the strategic imperative is clear: deseasonalize or decline.

As Mediterranean summers become dangerously hot and hotels sit empty nine months a year, forward-thinking destinations are fundamentally rewriting the tourism calendar—turning…

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