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Jet Fuel Shock Is Reshaping Global Travel — Fewer Flights, Higher Fares, Tougher ChoicesUnited Airlines CEO Scott Kirby articulated the brutal calculus: “There's just no point in flying flights that are going to lose money that can't cover the cost of fuel.”

Jet Fuel Shock Is Reshaping Global Travel — Fewer Flights, Higher Fares, Tougher Choices

Published April 23, 2026 by Staff Writer

Airlines cut capacity and warn of rising fares as fuel volatility linked to Middle East tensions exposes how fragile global travel economics remain heading into peak summer season Global (Tourism…

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Portugal’s €11 Million Inland Tourism Shift Rewrites Mediterranean PlaybookPortugal is advancing a targeted tourism investment strategy, directing €11 million into 12 development projects focused on inland and low-density regions—shifting attention beyond coastal and metropolitan areas that capture the majority of the country’s visitor flows.

Portugal’s €11 Million Inland Tourism Shift Rewrites Mediterranean Playbook

Published April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

Portugal deploys €4.5M to unlock €11M across 12 inland tourism projects, easing pressure on Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve while developing heritage-driven destinations beyond coastal hotspots Tourism Moves™ | LISBON…

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Earth Day 2026: Why Sustainable Tourism Is Now an Economic Strategy, Not an OptionAs we look toward 2034, we must heed the reminder from TerraCycle CEO Tom Szaky: It's easy to focus on destinations and experiences while overlooking what travel uses up.

Earth Day 2026: Why Sustainable Tourism Is Now an Economic Strategy, Not an Option

Published April 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

As “Our Power, Our Planet” drives Earth Week action, sustainability has shifted from marketing to a $1.1 trillion economic imperative. With climate risks threatening $29 billion in annual revenue, the…

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Croatia’s New Law Targets Grey Market to Protect €15 Billion Tourism IndustryCoastal authorities in Umag—Istrian Peninsula town popular with European tourists—estimate approximately 20,000 bed spaces in properties regularly rented to tourists but never formally registered.

Croatia’s New Law Targets Grey Market to Protect €15 Billion Tourism Industry

Published April 18, 2026 by Staff Writer

New Croatian legislation will mandate registration numbers for all short-term rentals from June 2026 to eliminate an estimated 20,000 illegal bed spaces in coastal areas, ensuring compliance for operators and…

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Canada’s Tourism Week Spotlights Industry Powering $130 Billion EconomyTIAC and industry partners typically structure National Tourism Week around a series of daily themes that highlight different dimensions of Canada’s tourism economy and its social impact.

Canada’s Tourism Week Spotlights Industry Powering $130 Billion Economy

Published April 17, 2026 by Staff Writer

As provinces prepare for National Tourism Week (20–24 April), Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec, and Alberta lead recovery as industry leaders position tourism as a cornerstone of Canadian identity, attracting both…

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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)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.

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

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 2031 Beijing & Washington (Tourism Reporter) — If…

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