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DestinationPhilippines leads Asia’s beach tourism revolution, generating $13B
The Philippines, celebrated as Asia’s premier tropical paradise, achieved an impressive milestone in 2024 by generating a staggering PHP760.5 billion (approximately US$13 billion) in tourism...
DestinationRecord number of overnight stays in Germany
In November 2024, accommodation providers in Germany recorded 32.3 million overnight stays by domestic and foreign guests.
DestinationPassport procedures started in Syria
Immigration and Passport Department resumed its services in Syria.
DestinationEdinburgh to introduce tourist tax in 2026
The new tourist tax, which will be limited to seven consecutive days, is scheduled to come into force in 2026.
DestinationVietnam smashes international tourist records in 2024
Vietnam, home to the renowned island retreat of Phu Quoc, is setting its sights on a 31% increase in international visitors compared to 2024 figures.
DestinationSpanish tourist attacked by elephant in Thailand dies
A Spanish tourist who was attacked by an elephant during a 'bathing event' at an animal sanctuary in southern Thailand has died.
DestinationIt is forbidden to get sick in this village!
In the Italian village of Belcastro, a decree has been issued forbidding residents from becoming seriously ill requiring urgent medical attention.
DestinationVisitors to the UK from 48 countries must now apply and pay a fee before travel
If 2024 was the year travelers were spared the introduction of bureaucracy for visa-free travel to Europe, 2025 is the year reality kicks in.
DestinationTourism tax comes into force in Russia
As of January 1, 2025, a tourism tax has been introduced in Russia. This new regulation replaces the holiday certificate tax that was previously in force and will be applied at a rate of 1% of the...
DestinationEgypt welcomes a record 17.5 million tourists
Egyptian Prime Minister Mustafa Medbouli announced that they broke a record by hosting 15.7 million tourists in 2024.
DestinationABTA launches Destinations to Watch report for 2025
Ahead of Sunshine Saturday (4 January 2025), one of the busiest days for travel bookings in the year, ABTA has launched its annual ‘Destinations to Watch’ report.
DestinationAthens limits short-term rentals in bid to alleviate housing shortage
Short-term rentals in Greece surged in 2024, with the number of available beds in the rental units overtaking the number of beds at the country's hotels.
DestinationShark attacks tourists in Egypt
A tourist was killed and a tourist was injured in a shark attack in Egypt.
DestinationProtest against overtourism in Amsterdam: “It's becoming unlivable”
Amsterdam has become the latest European city to organize protests against overtourism, following a demonstration against its “unlivable” conditions.
DestinationEgypt’s tourism growth: 15.3 Million arrivals expected in 2024
Egypt’s tourism sector is showing strong momentum, with the number of international arrivals expected to reach 15.3 million by the end of 2024.
DestinationBusiest christmas for Gatwick since the pandemic
Gatwick Airport is expected to experience its busiest festive season since the pandemic, according to the UK Civil Aviation Authority.
DestinationTourism squeezed in Argentina as peso strengthens
High prices in dollars deter foreigners and fuel Argentine holidays to Brazil.
DestinationTrevi Fountain reopened: Will tourist restrictions apply?
The world-famous Trevi Fountain started to welcome its visitors again after three months of restoration work.
DestinationGreece's current account deficit narrows October thanks to tourism
Greece's current account deficit narrowed sharply in October from a year earlier to 383 million euros ($397.59 million), helped by robust tourism revenue and a further inflow of EU funds, data...
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China to expand visa-free entry policy
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Philippines leads Asia’s beach tourism revolution, generating $13B
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Record number of overnight stays in Germany
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Passport procedures started in Syria
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Edinburgh to introduce tourist tax in 2026
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Vietnam smashes international tourist records in 2024
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Spanish tourist attacked by elephant in Thailand dies
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It is forbidden to get sick in this village!
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Visitors to the UK from 48 countries must now apply and pay a fee before travel
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Tourism tax comes into force in Russia
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Egypt welcomes a record 17.5 million tourists
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ABTA launches Destinations to Watch report for 2025
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Athens limits short-term rentals in bid to alleviate housing shortage
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Shark attacks tourists in Egypt
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Protest against overtourism in Amsterdam: “It's becoming unlivable”
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Egypt’s tourism growth: 15.3 Million arrivals expected in 2024
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Busiest christmas for Gatwick since the pandemic
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Tourism squeezed in Argentina as peso strengthens
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Trevi Fountain reopened: Will tourist restrictions apply?
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