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Movie fans visiting Madrid's famous filming locations have generated $1.5 billion for the Spanish capital over four years. The city now offers walking tours through iconic sets from Netflix hits and Hollywood blockbusters.
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A film about Shakespeare's son is drawing crowds to historic sites in England, with visitor numbers jumping 20% since January. The Oscar-nominated drama is helping people connect with the famous playwright in a deeply human way.
A Nigerian coming-of-age drama has been chosen as the only African feature film among five selected for Washington DC's longest-running independent film festival. The selection marks a significant milestone for contemporary Nigerian cinema on the global stage.
France shattered its own tourism record in 2025, welcoming 102 million international visitors and generating nearly €78 billion in revenue. The milestone shows how thoughtful planning helped France remain the world's most visited country while managing visitor flows better than many competitors.
An IIT professor unveiled a groundbreaking framework to make Kerala's tourism truly accessible to everyone, placing environmental care at the heart of travel planning. The approach could transform how India thinks about inclusive tourism.
Vietnam attracted global attention at Canada's 29th Travel and Vacation Show, presenting its UNESCO heritage sites, sustainable tourism initiatives, and authentic cultural experiences to thousands of potential visitors. The showcase marks Vietnam's growing role as a responsible tourism destination combining ancient traditions with modern eco-friendly travel.
Vietnam has joined countries like New Zealand, Thailand, and Costa Rica in making sustainable tourism a national priority, protecting natural wonders while growing its economy. The nation aims to welcome 25 million international visitors in 2026 through eco-conscious travel policies that benefit local communities.
Vietnam welcomed 21.2 million international tourists in 2025, crushing pre-pandemic records by 19% and posting growth five times faster than the global average. The Southeast Asian nation is showing the world how smart policy changes can spark a tourism comeback.
Vietnam's tourism industry is soaring in 2026, with nearly 4.7 million international visitors arriving in just the first two months. The Southeast Asian nation has become one of Asia's fastest-growing travel destinations thanks to its reputation for safety, cultural richness, and natural beauty.
Tampere, Finland, just kicked off its year as Europe's 2026 Capital of Smart Tourism, blending cutting-edge tech with sustainability to transform how visitors experience cities. The innovative city is proving that tourism can be eco-friendly, accessible, and thrilling all at once.
The Sundance Film Festival is recruiting 2,000 volunteers for its January event in Boulder, offering free screenings, exclusive events, and a chance to be part of one of film's biggest celebrations. Applications open August 31 for anyone interested, no film experience required.
Five Southeast Asian nations welcomed a record 144 million international tourists in 2025, generating $140 billion for their economies. Vietnam led growth at 20%, while new flight routes and easier visa policies are turning the region into a global tourism powerhouse.
Ethiopia is undergoing one of Africa's most ambitious tourism transformations, turning ancient heritage sites and natural wonders into a thriving, modern travel economy. The country that gave us Lucy and rock-hewn churches is now creating jobs and hope through strategic tourism development.
Chinese tourists are flocking to Vietnam thanks to easier travel access and direct flights, reshaping the country's tourism industry. Vietnam welcomed 2.5 million Chinese visitors in just three months, making China its largest tourism partner.
Morocco just rolled out an ambitious tourism strategy that could create over 150 jobs while putting hidden gems on the map. The "Go Siyaha" initiative mirrors successful programs in Spain, Mexico, and France by spreading tourism beyond crowded hotspots.
The European Union is backing Uganda's tourism comeback with a $17.5 million investment aimed at revitalizing one of East Africa's most scenic destinations. The funding signals growing confidence in the region's tourism potential as visitor numbers climb across neighboring countries.
Bahir Dar, Ethiopia's historic lakeside city, is getting a major tourism makeover with a new Sheraton hotel, eco-resorts, and infrastructure projects designed to boost the economy and create jobs. The transformation shows how tourism investment can revitalize entire regions.
UN Tourism just launched its first-ever African innovation office in Morocco, creating a permanent base to support startups, skills development, and digital transformation across the continent's booming tourism sector. The move comes as Africa welcomed 81 million tourists in 2025, up 8% from the year before.
Morocco just launched Africa's first permanent UN Tourism innovation office, a bold move to help the continent capture more of the $1.4 trillion global tourism market. The Rabat-based hub will support startups, speed up digital transformation, and build skills across African nations.
Egypt topped the world in tourism growth last year, welcoming 20% more international visitors and proving that smart strategy can turn travel dreams into reality. The North African nation outpaced global averages while boosting revenue by 17%, showing the world how to do tourism recovery right.
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