Hong Kong records 3% YoY surge with 4.5 mn provisional visitor arrivals for July 2026
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the provisional visitor arrivals to Hong Kong in July totalled 4.5 million, representing a 3% year-on-year increase. A series of major international MICE events and activities was held in July, including the “108th Lions International Convention” and “LEAP East”, the flagship technology exhibition for the Middle East, driving a...
Nepal poised to emerge as wellness tourism hub: Tourism Minister
Addressing the 59th annual general meeting of the Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA) in Kathmandu, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Civil Aviation, Khadk Raj Paudel, said the Nepal government has decided to observe 2027 as the year for wellness tourism and preparations are being made for the same.
Europe claims one-third of global leisure spend in 2025; set to grow 3.7% in 2026: WTTC
As millions of travellers head abroad during the peak summer holiday season, Europe has reinforced its position as the world's leading leisure travel destination, capturing one-third of all global leisure travel spending in 2025, according to new 2026 EIR data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), sponsored by Chase Travel, Lead Research Partner.
India is Melbourne Convention Bureau’s 2nd largest incentive market after China: Joanna Garrie
Mumbai and Delhi remain Melbourne Convention Bureau’s key Indian markets as the destination strengthens trade engagement and targets further growth across the country, according to Joanna Garrie, Director, Corporate Meetings & Incentives (CMI), Melbourne Convention Bureau.
New Zealand targets 3.9 Mn visitor arrivals & USD 14.4 Bn spend by June 2027
Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive René de Monchy shared that New Zealand reaches 3.7 million international visitor arrivals, and achieving the arrivals goal is a significant moment for Aotearoa New Zealand and reflects the strength of international demand for the destination.
Muscat to Masirah: Oman’s high-value opportunity for Indian travel advisors
A curated familiarisation journey hosted by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, in partnership with its India representative, Buzz Travel Marketing, provided a first-hand understanding of the destination’s appeal for Indian travellers.
China’s foreign tourist arrivals grow by 20% in the first half of 2026
China is reportedly seeing a strong rebound in international tourism, with foreign visitor arrivals rising sharply as expanded visa-free access, improved air connectivity, and targeted promotional efforts attract more overseas travellers. According to data reported by Bloomberg News, foreign tourist arrivals grew by 20% in the first half of 2026, with 18 million visitors arriving from...
Gazelle Safari strengthens India presence with Extra Mile Representation
This partnership aims to bridge the gap between Indian travel curators and Africa’s exclusive wilderness frontiers. It provides elite Indian travellers direct access to Gazelle's high-end niche portfolio, which ranges from ultra-luxury gorilla and chimpanzee trekking to sustainable wilderness safaris and corporate incentive travel (MICE) across East and Southern Africa.
Croatia records strongest July tourism performance in 2 years with 4.7 mn visitors
Croatia reported its best July tourism performance in the past two years, welcoming 4.7 million visitors and registering 29.6 million overnight stays during the month, according to the country’s eVisitor tourism monitoring system. According to online reports, the latest figures show a 2.5% increase in tourist arrivals and a 1% rise in overnight stays compared with July 2025.
Virginia strengthens its tourism appeal with multi-experience offerings
Set along the USA's iconic East Coast, Virginia offers a travel experience that feels effortlessly complete. Mountains, historic towns, waterfront cities, vineyards, beaches, and cultural landmarks — all within a single state. For Indian travellers in particular, Virginia strikes the perfect balance between the energy of major American cities and the slower, more meaningful pace of scenic regions.
