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Macao Sets the Agenda: What the APEC Tourism Ministerial Means for the Future of Asia-Pacific TravelAPEC economies welcomed 439 million international visitors in 2024, of whom 359 million travelled from within the APEC region itself—a powerful reminder that Asia-Pacific tourism is driven primarily by regional connectivity.

Macao Sets the Agenda: What the APEC Tourism Ministerial Means for the Future of Asia-Pacific Travel

Published June 28, 2026 by Staff Writer

Tourism ministers from 21 APEC economies endorsed a digital-first tourism agenda, backed by new evidence showing e-visas can lift international arrivals by up to 15 per cent. Tourism Moves™ |…

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Conquering the Final Frontier: What Qantas’s Project Sunrise Really Means for the Future of Global TourismCNN aviation analyst Richard Quest, speaking from the Toulouse unveiling, compared the significance of the launch to the debut of the Airbus A380 with Singapore Airlines nearly two decades ago.

Conquering the Final Frontier: What Qantas’s Project Sunrise Really Means for the Future of Global Tourism

Published June 25, 2026 by Staff Writer

As the world’s longest non-stop flight prepares for its 2027 debut, the implications for destinations, connectivity, and the future shape of long-haul travel run far deeper than aviation. Global (Tourism…

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Beijing Draws a Line on the Ice: China’s New Antarctic Law and the Future of Polar TourismChina has introduced new Antarctic regulations imposing fines of up to 1 million yuan as it moves to regulate growing outbound tourism activity to the polar region.

Beijing Draws a Line on the Ice: China’s New Antarctic Law and the Future of Polar Tourism

Published June 24, 2026 by Staff Writer

China has introduced new Antarctic regulations imposing fines of up to 1 million yuan as it moves to regulate growing outbound tourism activity to the polar region. Global (Tourism Reporter)…

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Cracking the Tourism Investment Code: WTTC’s Seven Rules for Attracting Global CapitalOn 18 June 2026, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) sought to address this challenge with the launch of its Seven Principles for Attracting Tourism Investment—a global framework that distils the common characteristics of the world's most successful tourism investment destinations into a practical and repeatable roadmap.

Cracking the Tourism Investment Code: WTTC’s Seven Rules for Attracting Global Capital

Published June 23, 2026 by Staff Writer

The World Travel & Tourism Council has identified seven principles that distinguish investment-ready destinations from their competitors—offering a practical roadmap for governments seeking to attract tourism capital at scale. Global…

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All Eyes on Macao: Why the APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting Could Shape Asia-Pacific Tourism’s Next DecadeIn 2025, Macao welcomed more than 40 million visitor arrivals, a year-on-year increase of 14.7 per cent, while international arrivals approached 2.8 million.

All Eyes on Macao: Why the APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting Could Shape Asia-Pacific Tourism’s Next Decade

Published June 22, 2026 by Staff Writer

As 21 APEC economies gather in Macao under China’s 2026 presidency, the region responsible for roughly one-fifth of global tourism prepares to chart its next phase of growth.  ASIA (Tourism…

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Cambodia Bets Big on China: Inside the Visa-Free Pilot That Could Reshape Its Tourism RecoveryFor Cambodia's tourism sector, the implications of a successful visa-free pilot extend well beyond the headline arrivals figures.

Cambodia Bets Big on China: Inside the Visa-Free Pilot That Could Reshape Its Tourism Recovery

Published June 19, 2026 by Staff Writer

From 15 June, Chinese nationals can enter Cambodia visa-free for up to 14 days—a four-month policy experiment aimed at accelerating the return of one of the country’s most important visitor…

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123 Million Visitors: How Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Strategy Is Outperforming Its Own TargetsSaudi Arabia recorded nearly 123 million domestic and international tourists in 2025, representing growth of around six per cent compared with the previous year.

123 Million Visitors: How Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Strategy Is Outperforming Its Own Targets

Published June 19, 2026 by Staff Writer

Saudi Arabia’s latest Annual Statistical Report reveals record-breaking visitor volumes and spending, underscoring the speed and scale of the Kingdom’s tourism transformation. Middle East (Tourism Reporter) — There is a…

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