Recent studies indicate a shifting trend among summer tourists, as they move from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea coasts due to climate changes. Rising temperatures and decreasing comfort in tropical regions are driving this change. Certain northern regions are poised to become new tourist destinations, offering year-round appeal. Weather plays a pivotal role in destination selection, impacting travel patterns and tourism demand. Climate variations significantly influence travel preferences and behaviors.
Create: Mar 8, 2024 Edit: Mar 8, 2024 International NewsReports indicate a rise in travel expenses and a greater emphasis on environmental issues among Emirati and Saudi travellers. According to these reports, travellers are now significantly incorporating sustainability considerations into their travel plans and are willing to pay over 20 percent extra for stays in eco-friendly accommodations. Furthermore, artificial intelligence technology is increasingly becoming a key tool for travel planning, more accessible to Emirati and Saudi travellers.
Create: Mar 8, 2024 Edit: Mar 8, 2024 International NewsThe Association of Tour Operators of Russia has reported an 8.1% increase in the number of tourists from this country traveling to the Caspian Sea coast in 2023 compared to the previous year. Popular destinations in Turkey on the Caspian Sea coast, including Dalaman, Marmaris, and Fethiye, hosted 391,000 tourists in 2023, indicating significant growth in the tourism industry in this region. Russian tour operators predict that demand for travel by Russian tourists to the Caspian Sea coast will continue to increase in 2024, despite the potential shortage of accommodation in quality five-star hotels.
Create: Mar 8, 2024 Edit: Mar 8, 2024 International NewsA new report from the World Travel and Tourism Council and Microsoft predicts the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the tourism and travel industry, promising an unparalleled experience for customers. This report redefines travel and tourism standards and calls for greater integration of these technologies into the industry.According to the report, tourism and travel businesses are encouraged to prioritize artificial intelligence as a strategic priority and make significant investments in fostering collaboration between humans and artificial intelligence. The World Travel and Tourism Council believes that artificial intelligence can play a pivotal role in providing personalized and advanced experiences for travelers both now and in the future.By analyzing traveler data, optimizing pricing strategies through real-time adjustments, and providing instant responses and precise interactions through advanced chatbots, this technology can enhance personalized recommendations and marketing strategies.
Create: Feb 28, 2024 Edit: Feb 28, 2024 International NewsWith a forecast of significant growth, the outbound travel market of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries is expected to reach $57.5 billion by 2028. This increase is primarily due to rapid growth in outbound tourism in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, indicating an increasing inclination of people in this region to travel abroad. Moreover, Generation Z is recognized as the vanguards of this growth. This generation increasingly utilizes the "Bleisure" trend, a combination of business and leisure, to create a balance between their personal and professional lives.
Create: Feb 28, 2024 Edit: Feb 28, 2024 International NewsIn a move to expand its operations in Australia, Emirates has announced it will increase its services to the country.Starting October 1st, Emirates will upgrade its second daily flight between Dubai and Brisbane (EK430/431) to an Airbus A380.This upgrade will significantly increase passenger capacity and provide a more comfortable and relaxed travel experience for passengers. In addition, Emirates will launch a second daily service between Dubai and Perth on December 1st, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER.This move demonstrates Emirates' commitment to expanding and strengthening its presence in the Australian market.
Create: Feb 23, 2024 Edit: Feb 23, 2024 International NewsDubai further consolidated its status as a central hub for international business events in 2023. with the city winning a record 349 bids to host international conferences, congresses, meetings, and incentive travel programmes, a report said. Driven by Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city's official convention bureau, the wins reflected a robust 49% increase in successful bids compared to 2022. These events captured in 2023 are set to attract over 191,000 international delegates, Emirates News Agency, WAM, said.
Create: Feb 23, 2024 Edit: Feb 23, 2024 International NewsA recent study by the French National Cinema Center indicates that more than half of international tourists who visited France last year were persuaded to travel to the country after watching a French film or TV series. The study also examined the length of stay and budget of tourists. The results show that on average, Chinese and American tourists stay longer in France compared to European tourists, with their first trip to the country being their initial exposure. Among those who watched a product filmed in France, 80% said they were influenced to visit the country. This study demonstrates that television advertising, whether in the form of films or series, can be a powerful tool for attracting tourists to France.
Create: Feb 23, 2024 Edit: Feb 23, 2024 International NewsData collected over one year showed India coming in second on Google searches for travel. While the Maldives grabbed the first spot, Singapore came in third.With a plethora of heritage sights and opulent palaces such as the ones in Delhi and Jaipur, and, of course, the tranquil beaches of the south and the magical beauty of the hills up north, India is an excellent place for cultural exploration and immersive travel
Create: Feb 12, 2024 Edit: Feb 12, 2024 International NewsThe tourism industry started 2024 reservations early. Tourism professionals say that demand from abroad is more intense than last year, and that prices will increase by 20 percent in foreign currency in 2024. The European market in the tourism sector will grow in the range of 10-15% in 2024, while the CIS market will remain the same, especially drawing attention to the growth in the UK market. It is estimated that travel will increase by 5-10% in 2024. Industry representatives are of the opinion that the European market will grow in the 10-15% range, while the CIS market will remain the same. President of the Mediterranean Touristic Hoteliers and Operators Association, stated that the first reservations came from the British market, and 50% of the sales were completed from the British market at the beginning of the new year.
Create: Jan 25, 2024 Edit: Jan 25, 2024 International NewsOver 94,000 domestic tourists have stayed in the province during the mentioned time, Jalil Jabari said on Thursday. In nine months, over 16,000 foreign travelers stayed in the province’s accommodation centers and it is estimated that 5,500 foreign tourists will stay in these units in the fourth quarter of the year, the official added. The accommodation centers have generated over 40 job opportunities during the mentioned time as well, he noted. Back in December, Jamshid Hamzehzadeh the head of the Iranian Hoteliers Association announced that following the planned measures, the occupancy rate of the country’s hotels, which had fallen below five percent because of the outbreak of the coronavirus, has reached 45 percent over the past three months. Multiple problems, notably the pandemic, caused a severe impact on the tourism industry, the official explained. Even before the coronavirus outbreak and in 2019, travel was reduced due to heavy rains and flooding across the country, and the hotel industry had to recoup nearly 100 percent of the costs paid for canceled hotel reservations, he added. The Iranian hoteliers have lost 220 trillion rials (about $740 million) over the past two years, he noted. However, some problems have been resolved and the hotels’ condition has improved, he mentioned. Back in October, the official announced that Iranian hotels are ready to receive foreign tourists as the issuance of tourist visas and the flow of foreign tourists from land and air borders would be resumed. Ninety percent of the hotel staff have been vaccinated against the coronavirus, so the hotels are ready to welcome foreign tourists, observing strict health protocols, he said. The main destinations of foreign tourists in Iran are specifically cities such as Mashhad, Qom, Tabriz, Shiraz, Yazd, and Isfahan, and to return to the figure of over eight million incoming tourists before the outbreak of the coronavirus, serious planning is required, the official added. Iraqi tourists will flood the country once the borders open, but attracting tourists from Europe will require some time, he noted. However, he noted that two-thirds of the hotel staff have lost their jobs, he added. Back in September, Hamzehzadeh announced that all employees of accommodation centers across Iran are scheduled to be vaccinated against the coronavirus. “To vaccinate staffs of all accommodation centers, including eco-lodges, apartment hotels, and guest houses, as well as hotels, more coordination with the Ministry of Health is needed,” he added.
Create: Jan 15, 2022 Edit: Jan 15, 2022 Regional NewsWyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across nearly 95 countries, continues to expand its global footprint with its entry into Poland with the 205-room upscale Wyndham Wroclaw Old Town. Managed by Mogotel Hotel Group, a leading hotel operator in the Baltics, the property is expected to open early next month and will be located in the heart of Wroclaw’s city center. One of the largest cities in Western Poland and home to many renowned universities and research centers, Wroclaw combines rich history and charming architecture with a lively cultural scene across its museums, theatres, art galleries and workshops. Perfectly positioned for exploring the central, picturesque Old Town with many attractions and landmarks, the hotel will feature stylish guest rooms, an expansive atrium and a top floor wellness area, with a state of the art fitness room, sauna and steam bath. The hotel will offer a wide range of food and beverage outlets including a gourmet restaurant, a cozy lounge and bar to relax and socialize. Those traveling for business will also have access the hotel’s 11 meeting rooms, which accommodate a total capacity of over 400 attendees. In addition, the hotel is conveniently located just 10 miles from Wroclaw’s International Copernicus Airport. Wyndham Wroclaw Old Town is the latest addition in Wyndham Hotels & Resorts growing portfolio in Europe, including over 350 operational hotels across 30 countries and a development pipeline of over 90 properties. Wyndham hotels in Poland and around the world participate in Wyndham Rewards, the world’s most generous hotel rewards program with more than 50,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide.
Create: Jan 11, 2022 Edit: Jan 11, 2022 International News