tourism news

Governor Larry Rhoden and Travel South Dakota have announced the reinstatement of the TAP Grant Fund, awarding $200,000 to 40 communities to promote rural festivals and local commerce.

CTO Secretary-General Dona Regis-Prosper will host the Women’s Leadership Dinner & Awards 2026 in New York, celebrating female pioneers who are driving the inclusive tourism movement across the Caribbean.

Grand Rapids' Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum unveils a landmark exhibit focusing on the iconic 1976 White House dance between President Ford and Queen Elizabeth II and its impact on U.S.-UK diplomacy.

Australia’s Sunshine Coast is positioning itself as a premier sanctuary for international travelers during the FIFA World Cup 2026, leveraging its pristine beaches and eco-friendly infrastructure.

Experience the best of Chicago in 2026, from the heights of the Willis Tower to the historic jazz clubs and culinary hubs of the West Loop.

A surge in Antarctica 'last chance tourism' has collided with a tragic hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius, prompting a global WHO investigation and a reevaluation of polar biosecurity protocols.

New Department of Homeland Security data reveals a significant drop in African travelers to the US, with Nigerian arrivals plummeting by 50% due to visa hurdles and economic volatility.

The $7.9 million redevelopment of Seattle’s Leschi Marina has been put on hold after local business owners reported sales drops of 20% due to construction barriers and a lack of parking.

The Saudi Red Sea Authority and the Royal Commission for AlUla have signed a landmark MoU to integrate public policies and enhance environmental protection, solidifying Saudi Arabia's status as a global leader in sustainable tourism.

Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 is set to transform Durban into a global tourism hub from May 11-14, with over 700 buyers and 600 exhibitors gathering to drive the 'Unlimited Africa' economic agenda.

The latest HBX Group report reveals that 65% of travel distributors have integrated AI in 2026, revolutionizing dynamic pricing, personalization, and operational efficiency across the global tourism sector.

Ensemble Travel Group unveiled its new tiered supplier program at the Horizons 2026 conference in Las Vegas, introducing a transparent three-level structure to enhance advisor value and supplier engagement.