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Oregon cities seek reform of tourism tax laws through HB 3962 to use lodging tax revenue for public services amid rising costs of overtourism across the state.
Greece is the top summer destination for Romanians in 2025, with increased travel budgets and a focus on seaside escapes, mountain breaks, and city getaways.
Owensboro tourism breaks records in early 2025 with $249.7M impact, new events, and growth-driven infrastructure boosting jobs and economic vitality.
France’s tourism sector hit record highs in 2024 and is forecast to grow further in 2025, with €274.2BN GDP impact and over 3.1M jobs, says WTTC report.
VidantaWorld unveils Cirque du Soleil LUDŌ, Latin America’s first resident immersive water show, opening Dec 2025 in Nuevo Vallarta’s BON Luxury Theme Park.
Generative AI in media and entertainment is forecast to surge from $1.97B in 2024 to $20.7B by 2034, fueled by AI-driven creativity, cloud adoption, and VR/AR tech.
Canada warns travelers to exercise caution in Cuba, Mexico, Türkiye, India, and others due to rising unrest, crime, and travel disruptions in 2025.
Italy’s 24-hour general strike on June 20 to disrupt flights, trains, and public transit. Travellers urged to check schedules and expect delays or cancellations.
Mount Lewotobi’s eruption in East Nusa Tenggara disrupts flights and triggers Indonesia’s highest volcanic alert. Travelers urged to monitor travel advisories.
Summerland in British Columbia considers a 3% hotel tax to boost tourism marketing, enhance infrastructure, and support year-round destination development.
New Orleans will host the IPW 2027 travel trade show, welcoming 6,000 global delegates and generating $106 million in economic impact for Louisiana’s tourism sector.
Spain plans to cut 1,700 sun loungers from beaches by 2026 to tackle over-tourism and sea level rise, impacting British holidaymakers in the Balearic hotspot.
