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Asia
Japan targets record 35 million foreign visitors in 2024
From April to June, foreign visitors spent a quarterly record of around 2.1 trillion yen
Asia
China sees surge in foreign tourism with visa-free policies, diverse payment options
14.64 million foreign nationals entered China through various ports during the first six months of the year
Asia
China launches its first e-visa in Shanghai
The e-visa, or electronic visa, is the digital version of the traditional paper visa
Asia
Thailand’s tourism sector surges with 17.5 million visitors in H1 2024
Tourists brought the country revenues of over $22.6 billion in H1 2024
Asia
Japan’s tourism sector booms with over 3 million visitors in May
Tourism spending reached $11.1 billion in Q1 2024
Asia
South Korea welcomes 4.866 million foreign tourists in first four month of 2024, an 86.9 percent increase YoY
Foreign tourist arrivals in Korea reached 89 percent of pre-pandemic levels
Europe
EU tourism sector surges with 7 percent increase in overnight stays in Q1 2024
Foreign visitors accounted for around 45 percent of all overnight stays in the EU
Hospitality & Tourism
Global travel and tourism sector to grow by about $15 trillion over next decade: WTTC
The President of WTTC praised the UAE for their efforts in utilising travel and tourism to promote sustainable development
Asia
China reclaims top spot with $196.5 billion in international tourism spending in 2023: Report
This reflects the continued recovery of the Asia and Pacific (APAC) region from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
Asia
$1.3 trillion to lift China’s tourism sector as domestic travelers flock back
In 2019, Chinese tourists spent $248 billion abroad, accounting for 14 percent of global tourism spending
Asia
100 mega events in Hong Kong to attract 1.7 million visitors in next 6 months
Visitors to Hong Kong expected to stimulate around $923 million in consumer spending
Hospitality & Tourism
Tourism sector back to pre-pandemic levels, but recovery is uneven: Report
The Middle East saw the highest rate of recovery in international tourist arrivals, up 20 percent from 2019
Asia
China introduces visa-free entry for tourists entering on cruise ships
China also extends visa-free travel for 11 European countries and Malaysia until the end of 2025
Hospitality & Tourism
Emirates forges strategic agreements with tourism boards of Hong Kong, Seychelles, Sri Lanka
Airline reaffirms its 38-year commitment to Sri Lanka's tourism sector
Asia
Vietnam’s tourism sector generates $10.7 billion in revenue in four months
The sector served over 6.2 million foreign visitors and 40.5 million domestic tourists in the same period
Europe
Best ski resorts in Switzerland in 2024
Economy Middle East takes deep dive into most sought-after Swiss Ski Resorts
Hospitality & Tourism
The most visited cities in the world
Hong Kong, Bangkok and Dubai made it to the list
Features
The return of luxury travelÂ
Wellness and exclusive experiences driving industry’s growthÂ
Features
A luxurious, eco-friendly haven: The Red Sea’s regenerative tourism takes center stage
From coral reefs to cultural treasures, sustainable experiences await