Picture used for representation only Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called on citizens to voluntarily reduce overseas travel, postpone destination weddings abroad and curb non-essential imports as India seeks to shield itself from the economic fallout of the escalating conflict in West Asia. In a wide-ranging appeal focused on conserving foreign exchange and reducing … Read more
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has announced a strategic travel partnership with Aamir Khan Productions Pvt. Ltd. for the upcoming Hindi film ‘Ek Din’, marking the airline’s first collaboration with the Indian film industry. The partnership reflects ANA’s efforts to strengthen cultural engagement and brand visibility in India through cinema-led initiatives. As part of the agreement, … Read more
Start the engine. Cue the playlist. Booking.com, the Official Travel Partner of the Route 66 Centennial, is offering a road trip experience this spring that puts travelers behind the wheel of a movie-inspired classic car. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity arrives as road trips continue to increase in popularity, with Booking.com research showing the U.S. is one … Read more
With Jamaica named this year’s featured destination, Sandals Resorts partnered with the Jamaica Tourist Board to bring the island to life at this year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The experience spanned two distinct spaces, the Sandals Resorts Jamaica Cultural Exchange Pavilion and a branded Sandals Resorts and Jamaica experiential space, offering festivalgoers an … Read more
Smart Tourism Technology is Reshaping Global Travel Trade The global travel and tourism industry is undergoing rapid transformation thanks to Artificial Intelligence. AI is reshaping how travel companies manage bookings, customer experiences, distribution systems and operational efficiency. The travel trade stands at the threshold of a new era of digital transformation powered by advanced tourism … Read more
Visit Orlando, The Official Tourism Association® for Orlando, announced the destination welcomed 76.7 million visitors in 2025, a 1.8% increase over 2024 and the highest visitation total in the destination’s history. The announcement was made at Visit Orlando’s annual National Travel & Tourism Week event at the Orange County Convention Center. Domestic visitation grew by … Read more
Jacada Travel, a leader in positive impact luxury travel, identifies a behavioral shift among high-net-worth individuals in how they approach their trips. Moving away from fragmented bucket-list checklists, travellers are now planning up to a decade of trips at one time. Jacada’s data from the past year confirms a strong trend of multi-trip planning among … Read more
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is hosting a unique Leadership Cruise on Egypt’s Suez Canal, one of the world’s most remarkable symbols of global trade. Attended by over 300 leaders from the public and private sectors, the WTTC Leadership Cruise is supported by the Egyptian Government, with sponsors including the Antonio Lefebvre Foundation, … Read more
This season, travelers seeking unique experiences exclusive to Miami Beach will find a selection of curated offerings that bring culture, cuisine, design and world-class events to the famous shores of the celebrated destination. From buzzy restaurant openings along Ocean Drive to immersive art beneath the ocean’s surface, Miami Beach is redefining what it means to … Read more
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome Switzerland Tourism (ST) as a Destination Partner. Switzerland Tourism is the national destination marketing organisation responsible for promoting Switzerland as a travel destination. Working in partnership with the tourism industry and the public sector, it positions Switzerland worldwide as a high-quality, sustainable and year-round … Read more