THE RISE OF SMART HOTEL ROOMS: BALANCING TECHNOLOGY AND HUMAN TOUCH

Larry Brain -
The hospitality sector is currently experiencing a tech-driven evolution, with "smart hotel rooms" changing the very nature of the guest experience, from the initial booking right through to check-out ...

THE 2026 WORLD CUP IN MEXICO IS A CATALYST FOR CHILD SEX TOURISM

Joe McClain -
As Mexico prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup—a massive event expected to bring a lot of people to its stadiums—there's a lot of excitement about the economic benefits and the global attention ...

ATHLETES AS GLOBAL AMBASSADORS PROMOTING SPORTS TOURISM

Sara Thopson -
Across the globe, destinations are increasingly leveraging the celebrity appeal of top athletes. Think football icons, Olympic legends – they're becoming key in showcasing countries and cities. In ess ...

CARIBBEAN TOURISM GROWS DESPITE LOW DEMAND FROM THE U.S.

William Law -
The Caribbean tourism industry, by and large, is still showing some real grit, with initial data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) suggesting international arrivals actually nudged up by a ...

THAILAND'S HEALTH TOURISM: A GROWING GLOBAL WELLNESS HUB

Tomas Haupt -
Thailand's thriving health tourism sector has reached an impressive 670 billion baht, more or less solidifying its position as a premier global wellness destination. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports ...