WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE DEVASTATED IN IRAN
Early reports confirm harm to 114 Iranian cultural heritage locations following repeated military actions carried out by the U.S. and Israeli forces. Not only ancient landmarks but also sacred spaces ...
FUTURE TOURISM SHOULD BE BRIGHT DESPITE GLOBAL DIFFICULTIES
Despite sluggish worldwide expansion - forecast below 3% yearly by the World Bank through 2027 - tourism shows unusual strength. ...
AGENTIC COMMERCE: TOURISM'S NEW BATTLEFIELD OVER AI CONTROL
Now shaping up fast, agentic commerce shifts how rivals compete across travel. Not far behind, Google emerges as a leading force likely to steer what comes next in AI-driven booking paths.
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CHINA'S TOURIST TAX REFUND REVOLUTION AIMS TO BOOST INBOUND TOURISM
Now easier than before, China's updated VAT refund system welcomes overseas visitors with smoother processes. Following years slowed by global health restrictions, adjustments take shape across checkp ...
GLOBAL AIR TRAVEL DEMAND IS EXPECTED TO DOUBLE BY 2050
Despite steady trends, air travel's future shows significant expansion according to IATA’s newest long-term outlook including the growth of air travel demand. By 2050, passengers are likely to cover f ...