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Tourism News

The latest tourism and destination news from around the world. Read exclusive interviews with leaders, see the latest marketing campaigns, and understand the bigger issues like coronavirus recovery and destination development.

Tourism

Iceland Volcano: Tours Switch From Blue Lagoon to Sky Lagoon

Sky Lagoon is receiving new attention from tour operators as an alternative to the Blue Lagoon, a temporarily closed major attraction.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 week ago

News Blog

IDEAS: Experience Abu Dhabi Encourages Visitors to ‘Find Your Pace’ with New Global Campaign

Experience Abu Dhabi has launched a new global campaign titled ‘Find Your Pace', with the aim of inspiring curiosity 'for every type of traveller.' Credit: Experience Abu Dhabi The campaign video follows four characters as they explore Abu Dhabi for the first time, with destinations featured in the campaign including Al Ain Oasis, Louvre Abu…

Adam Stacey | 1 week ago

Tourism

Iceland Volcano Eruption FAQ: What Travelers Need to Know

Iceland is safe and the volcano's impact has been minimal.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 week ago

Tourism

How India Can Become a Hub for Digital Nomads

India's inbound tourism numbers aren't impressive. Bringing in digital nomads could give it a boost, but the country would first need to address infrastructural challenges.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 week ago

Tourism

Iceland Volcano Erupts and Blue Lagoon Closes Again

The volcano finally erupted. The eruption has forced Blue Lagoon to close. The country's biggest airport, however, hasn't halted its operations.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 week ago

Tourism

U.S. Passport Wait Times Return to Normal After 2 Years of Lengthy Delays

The return of more normal processing times is critical as Americans travel abroad in massive numbers.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

Tourism

Ask Skift: How Does Visa-Free Travel Impact Tourism?

More governments are waiving visitor visa requirements to help attract tourists.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 week ago

Tour Operators

Married Yet Solo: More Women Are Traveling Without Their Plus-Ones

A growing trend of married older women traveling solo points to a broader societal shift of lifestyle choices as travel companies adapt to this diverse demographic with tailored and safe experiences.

Selene Brophy | 2 weeks ago

News Blog

Morocco Expected to Set Tourism Record Despite Headwinds

Morocco is on path to set a record for tourist arrivals this year in spite of challenges such as disruptions from September's massive earthquake and the aftermath of Hamas' attacks in Gaza. The country's tourism ministry anticipates hitting 14 tourist arrivals by the end of the year, eclipsing the record of 13 million set in…

Rashaad Jorden | 2 weeks ago

News Blog

Nepal to Host First-Ever LGBTQ+ Tourism Conference in January

Nepal will be hosting its inaugural LGBTQ+ tourism conference next month with the goal of establishing the country as an inclusive and welcoming destination for sexual minorities. Scheduled for January 18 in Kathmandu, the two-day conference follows a landmark decision last month, making the Himalayan nation the first in South Asia to legalize same-sex marriage.…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago