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Research & Reports brings together major tourism studies, economic data, industry reports, forecasts, and research shaping understanding of the global visitor economy — with analysis of what the findings mean for the industry.

$169.8 Billion and 906,000 Jobs: What America’s First State-by-State Tourism Report in Nearly Three Decades Reveals About the True Power of International Visitors

$169.8 Billion and 906,000 Jobs: What America’s First State-by-State Tourism Report in Nearly Three Decades Reveals About the True Power of International Visitors

Published May 3, 2026 by Staff Writer

For the first time since 1997, the U.S. government has mapped exactly where overseas visitors spend their money — and which states are winning the race for international tourism dollars.…

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Australia’s Inbound Tourism Rebounds Strongly in 2025: ABS Data Shows Nearly 9 Million Visitors and Double-Digit Growth in Key MarketsAssistant Minister for Tourism, Senator the Hon Nita Green, addressed the event, highlighting tourism's importance for Australia's regions and praising the success of the Come and Say G'day campaign.

Australia’s Inbound Tourism Rebounds Strongly in 2025: ABS Data Shows Nearly 9 Million Visitors and Double-Digit Growth in Key Markets

Published February 18, 2026 by Staff Writer

Sydney, Australia (Tourism Reporter) — Last week’s release from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on Overseas Arrivals and Departures delivered welcome news for Australia’s visitor economy, confirming a continued…

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Global Tourism Resilience Day 2026: From Crisis to Catalyst—How Tourism’s Biggest Players Are Rewriting the Playbook on ResilienceTourism contributed 10% of global GDP in 2024 and supports one in ten jobs worldwide.

Global Tourism Resilience Day 2026: From Crisis to Catalyst—How Tourism’s Biggest Players Are Rewriting the Playbook on Resilience

Published February 17, 2026 by Staff Writer

As Global Tourism Resilience Day dawns, destinations worldwide are transforming from volume-driven models to value-focused strategies that promise sustainability, community benefit, and long-term survival LONDON (Tourism Reporter) — Tomorrow marks Global…

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Global Wine Destinations Are Redefining Tourism: Authentic Experiences, Sustainability, and Innovation Draw Record Visitors in 2026Travelers seeking depth, authenticity, and connection are voting with their bookings, and the world’s greatest wine regions are ready to welcome them.

Global Wine Destinations Are Redefining Tourism: Authentic Experiences, Sustainability, and Innovation Draw Record Visitors in 2026

Published February 14, 2026 by Staff Writer

London, United Kingdom (Tourism Reporter) — Wine tourism has evolved from a niche interest into one of the most dynamic and profitable segments of global travel, generating billions in revenue…

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Shanghai Records Surge in Inbound Tourism in 2025, Welcoming Over 9.36 Million VisitorsAs more targeted, high-end travel experiences come to market, Shanghai is expected to attract a growing number of international visitors in the coming years amid the continued recovery and evolution of global travel.

Shanghai Records Surge in Inbound Tourism in 2025, Welcoming Over 9.36 Million Visitors

Published February 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

Shanghai, China (Tourism Reporter) — Shanghai’s tourism market rebounded strongly in 2025, with inbound travel rising sharply throughout the year. The city received 9.3602 million inbound visitors over the year,…

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Edinburgh’s Visitor Levy Set for July 2026 Launch: What It Means for Tourists and the CityThe Edinburgh levy follows a growing global trend of destination-specific visitor contributions (e.g., Venice’s €5 day-tripper fee, Barcelona’s tourist tax, Amsterdam’s higher hotel levy).

Edinburgh’s Visitor Levy Set for July 2026 Launch: What It Means for Tourists and the City

Published February 12, 2026 by Staff Writer

Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Tourism Reporter) — Edinburgh is set to become Scotland’s first city to introduce a visitor levy, with the 5% charge on overnight accommodation officially scheduled to begin…

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Cuba’s Tourism Sector Faces Severe Decline: Is Collapse Imminent in 2026?Despite the grim numbers, some officials remain cautiously optimistic. Tourism Minister Juan Carlos García highlighted efforts to diversify offerings (nature, culture, health tourism) and target emerging markets like China.

Cuba’s Tourism Sector Faces Severe Decline: Is Collapse Imminent in 2026?

Published February 11, 2026 by Staff Writer

Havana, Cuba (Tourism Reporter) — Cuba’s tourism industry, once a vital lifeline for foreign currency and economic stability, endured one of its most challenging years in decades in 2025, with…

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