WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR) forecasts Travel & Tourism GDP across Central and South America will grow 4.1% in 2026, ahead of the global average of 3.2%. International visitor spending across the region is projected to increase 7.8%, more than double the global growth rate of 3.7%.   Globally, WTTC data forecasts Travel & Tourism will contribute USD 12 trillion to the...

According to online reports, Kerala is aiming to strengthen its positioning as one of India’s leading experiential and responsible tourism destinations, with the state government outlining plans to promote sustainable and high-value tourism growth.

The quarter saw broad based strength across India, APAC, Europe, North America and Latin America markets demonstrating structural resiliency in the face of geopolitical headwinds emerging from the Middle East war. Additionally, the Adj. EBITDA for the year reached INR 414 Cr, up +26% YoY.

Argentina recorded a negative international tourism balance in April 2026, with outbound travel by residents significantly said to be exceeding inbound tourist arrivals, according to the latest data released by the country’s National Institute of Statistics and Census (INDEC).

Rakić’s previous roles include Director and Senior Consultant at Sales & Marketing Seychelles Pty Ltd, Head of Sales and Marketing at Bookseychelles, Market Development Manager at Creole Holidays, and Marketing Manager at Travel Services Seychelles Ltd, where she oversaw key portfolio entities including Desroches Island Resort and Cat Cocos.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its data for April 2026 global passenger demand. According to the data the total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down by -3.4% compared to April 2025. Excluding the Middle East, demand increased by 1.2%. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), decreased -2.9% year-on-year...

As per online reports, the final jeep safari for visitors will operate on May 28, after which tourism activities inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site will be suspended due to heavy rainfall and flooding risks that typically affect large sections of the park during the monsoon months.

Vietjet has announced the launch of its new Hanoi–Prague service, reinforcing Asia-Europe connectivity. As the airline continues to strengthen air links between India and Vietnam and across Asia-Pacific, the new route reflects Vietjet’s growing international footprint and commitment to expanding affordable global travel options...

Informa Markets and Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced the signing of a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on May 27, 2026, to support the launch of The Festival of Connoisseurs (the "Festival") in Hong Kong. Under the MoU, HKTB and Informa Markets will work together to position Hong Kong as the host city of The Festival of Connoisseurs from 2026 to 2028. Before...

Odisha is planning to introduce electric vehicles (EVs) for both tourists and residents travelling around the heritage destination of Dhauli as part of efforts to strengthen sustainable tourism infrastructure in the region.