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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 Markets

Published February 18, 2026 by Staff Writer

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.

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…

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The Great Wall Just Got a Lot Easier to Reach: China’s Visa-Free Welcome to British Travellers and What It Means for Tourism

Published February 17, 2026 by Staff Writer

The Great Wall Just Got a Lot Easier to Reach: China’s Visa-Free Welcome to British Travellers and What It Means for Tourism97 per cent of Chinese visitors to the UK arrive by air, with 88 per cent of seat capacity on direct routes concentrated on London-bound services — 60 per cent of which land at Heathrow.

After years of bureaucratic barriers and diplomatic frost, China has flung open its doors to British passport holders — and the tourism, business, and aviation…

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

Published February 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

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.

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

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Valentine’s Day 2026 Set to Boost Global Tourism as Romantic Destinations Prepare for Peak Travel Surge

Published February 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

Valentine’s Day 2026 Set to Boost Global Tourism as Romantic Destinations Prepare for Peak Travel SurgeValentine’s Day has always been a time when couples start thinking about shared experiences," said Michele Fox Gott, founder of Center of Attention Events.

London, United Kingdom (Tourism Reporter) — With Valentine’s Day 2026 falling on a Saturday, the holiday is fueling a significant surge in romantic travel worldwide,…

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

Published February 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

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, 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…

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

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UN Tourism Middle East Commission Concludes in Kuwait: AI Innovation and Regional Cooperation Take Center Stage

Published February 12, 2026 by Staff Writer

UN Tourism Middle East Commission Concludes in Kuwait: AI Innovation and Regional Cooperation Take Center StageThe conference built on the Riyadh Declaration on the Future of Tourism (adopted at UN Tourism's General Assembly in November 2025), which sets standards for responsible AI integration, digital infrastructure investment, workforce upskilling, and inclusive growth.

Kuwait City, Kuwait (Tourism Reporter) — The 52nd UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East, held alongside the International Conference on “Promoting Tourism Through…

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