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Town of Evans pitches late-summer lakefront visits along Lake Erie
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The Town of Evans is promoting waterfront recreation, dining and community events as summer winds down along its 12-mile Lake Erie shoreline near Buffalo.
Miracle Surrogacy reiterates Mexico-only delivery policy after U.S. birth tourism action
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Miracle Surrogacy says surrogate pregnancies and deliveries in its programs will continue to take place in Mexico, not the United States, after new U.S. measures targeting birth tourism.
Karnataka Tourism deepens Gujarat travel trade ties at TTF Ahmedabad
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Karnataka Tourism wrapped up its three-day run at TTF Ahmedabad 2026 in Gandhinagar, using the event to pitch the state’s destinations to Gujarat’s travel trade and widen business leads across western India.
CTO to launch Caribbean Tourism Research Forum at SOTIC 2026
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The Caribbean Tourism Organization will debut a new research forum during SOTIC 2026 in Guyana on Oct. 6, aiming to link academic work with tourism policy and industry action.
Philadelphia hotels lean into mural tourism and family walking routes
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Philadelphia’s public art and walkable neighborhoods are drawing more family micro-tourism, with Center City murals and Rittenhouse Square emerging as a key itinerary.
Lux Travel DMC wins VITA Green Award for sustainable tourism
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Lux Travel DMC was recognized at the VITA Green Awards as one of Vietnam’s leading sustainable tourism operators, highlighting its long-running focus on responsible travel, local partnerships and cultural preservation.
Aesthetics market projected to hit $300 billion by 2035
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The global aesthetics market is forecast to grow from $150 billion in 2024 to $300 billion by 2035, driven by demand for non-invasive procedures, demographic shifts and new device technology.
Saudi tourism spending from Europe jumps 21% as arrivals rise nearly 18%
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Saudi reported record tourism growth from Europe in 2025, with arrivals up nearly 18% and spending from European travelers up 21%. The gains came during a year when the kingdom welcomed about 123 million domestic and inbound visitors and says the…
Tourism Solomons backs Valor Tours’ new Guadalcanal itineraries
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Tourism Solomons is promoting three new Valor Tours options for U.S. travelers interested in Solomon Islands WWII history, including a 2026 land tour, an August commemoration departure and a 2027 cruise itinerary.
Why an MBA in Thailand Still Matters
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Associate Professor Nattavud Pimpa of Mahidol University’s College of Management says management education is becoming more important as AI expands access to information.
Accessible transportation expands tourism access for mobility-impaired visitors
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Accessible transportation is becoming a key part of inclusive tourism in New Orleans and other destinations as travelers with mobility limitations plan trips around reliable vehicle access, trained drivers, and scheduling.
Three Learn Tourism partners named finalists for ATD talent development award
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Travel Portland, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and Visit Tulsa were named finalists for the 2027 Association for Talent Development Excellence in Practice Awards for destination learning programs built with Learn Tourism.
Anguilla tourism chief pushes regional teamwork and youth careers
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Anguilla’s tourism director is calling on Caribbean destinations to collaborate more and urging young people to build hospitality careers that lead to management and leadership.
Karnataka Tourism to spotlight heritage, wildlife and MICE at TTF Ahmedabad 2026
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Karnataka Tourism will showcase its heritage sites, wildlife, coastal destinations, festivals and business travel appeal at TTF Ahmedabad 2026 from Aug. 6-8 in Gandhinagar.
Oak Bluffs library to host Tonya Fitzpatrick on tourism and community life
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The Oak Bluffs Public Library will host a free Aug. 15 conversation with author Tonya Fitzpatrick on how tourism affects community identity, housing and quality of life on Martha’s Vineyard and other destinations.
Areca plates market seen hitting $2.08 billion by 2035
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Global demand for areca plates is projected to rise as plastic bans, hospitality sustainability rules and institutional procurement keep supporting biodegradable tableware.
AITEC World sets London and Addis events to push African tourism integration
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AITEC World has announced two global tourism gatherings for late 2026 in London and Addis Ababa, framing them as a push for more African travel, investment and trade.
Dental tourism gains as DentaVacation cites sharp savings and long waits
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DentaVacation’s 2026 global report says cost gaps, insurance limits and long domestic wait times are pushing more patients to seek dental care abroad.
Christ the Redeemer, Machu Picchu sign climate and twinning pacts
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The Sanctuary of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro will sign a climate certification agreement with Green Initiative on Aug. 21, 2026, while also holding a twinning ceremony with Machu Picchu in Peru. The moves connect two major UNESCO World…
Puerto Vallarta clinics adapt as dental tourists get more selective
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A new wave of dental tourists is changing how clinics in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico operate, with patients comparing credentials, technology and materials before booking care.
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