Denver tourism welcomed 37.1M visitors in 2024, matching its record year with $10.3B in spending, 8.7M marketable trips, and 73,500 supported jobs.
Scotland suspends tourist tax plans in the Western Isles and South Ayrshire after public backlash and concerns over negative impacts on small tourism businesses.
Indonesia, Mexico, Brazil, and others unite over growing tourist safety incidents, as Australia issues a new travel alert warning its citizens about rising risks abroad.
Europe’s top countries unite to grow medical tourism in 2025, offering affordable, world-class care in Spain, Turkey, Hungary, Greece, and more.
Brazil launches new Miami-Belém direct flights with GOL as tourism surges 49.7% and FDI in the sector jumps 88% in 2025, expanding air links with the U.S.
FAA overtime costs for air traffic controllers rise 300% as hiring lags behind targets. U.S. aviation sector strained by fatigue risks and outdated systems.
United Flight UA917 from San Francisco to Auckland declares emergency over Pacific, forcing return to SFO and triggering widespread travel disruptions in 2025.
China Eastern Airlines launches new 2025 summer routes to Geneva, Milan, and Copenhagen, enhancing China-Europe connectivity and boosting global tourism links.
Vietnam becomes Asia’s top luxury cruise hub in 2025 with record-breaking port arrivals from the US, Singapore, India, China, and more. Growth fuels marine tourism.
Riyadh Air launches complimentary Blacklane chauffeur service for Business Class and elite travelers, redefining luxury travel from home to destination.
UK, US, and Italy unite through Lloyd’s Register to support China’s cruise shipbuilding rise, setting global standards for safety, sustainability, and design.
China emerges as a global tourism leader in 2025 with visa reforms, rural tourism, digital innovation, and massive growth in domestic and inbound travel.
