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A global trend is seeing popular tourist destinations, including Japan, Canada, the U.S., Mexico, France, Italy, the U.K., and Germany, increasingly implement or raise tourist taxes and fees in 2025. This shift reflects a growing need to manage the impacts Read More …
The U.S. travel and tourism industry is facing an unprecedented crisis in 2025, with projections indicating a steep decline in international visitor arrivals and spending. This downturn, unique among major global economies, is attributed primarily to a confluence of factors Read More …
Important to Know Europe’s short-term rental market is experiencing a significant boom for the summer of 2025, with several countries, including the United Kingdom, Poland, Czech Republic, Norway, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, and particularly Greece, leading the charge with record-breaking booking Read More …
The U.S. cruise industry is experiencing an unprecedented surge for Memorial Day weekend 2025, signaling a full-throttle revival and a potential turning point for American cruise tourism. Major lines like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and Disney, along with luxury and Read More …
With summer right around the corner, 45% of Americans say tariffs are affecting their travel plans, according to a new WalletHub survey. The survey is accompanied by WalletHub’s picks for 2025’s Best Credit Cards for Summer Travel, highlighting deals worth more than Read More …
Important To Know: The U.S. travel industry is facing a potential crisis in 2025 as a “perfect storm” of economic pressures—soaring tariffs, surging inflation, and widespread recession panic—severely impacts consumer spending. With consumer confidence plummeting to historic lows, as evidenced Read More …
Important topics to know: In response to increasing demand for travel to Egypt, river cruise line AmaWaterways has introduced a new optional three-night post-cruise land package in Alexandria. Launching in September 2025, this extension is designed to enrich its popular Read More …
Gondwana Ecotours invites travelers to delve deeper into the wonders of Rwanda with its newly expanded 10-day “Rwanda: Gorillas, Chimps & National Parks Adventure.” This meticulously crafted journey offers unparalleled wildlife encounters alongside rich cultural experiences and exploration of Rwanda’s stunning Read More …
Important topics to know: Global expedition cruise company HX Expeditions is launching a new community-driven excursion program in Arctic Canada, developed in collaboration with Inuit community elders, local residents, and Inuit staff. This initiative, debuting in summer 2025, marks a Read More …