Biometric tourism is expanding: Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has developed hotel check-in technology that allows guests to bypass the front desk and unlock their rooms with a smartphone. Are digital car rentals coming next?
From recreational facilities for fans of extreme sports to real estate and mixed-use properties: here are the five that are reshaping hotels, destinations, and lifestyle brands
British Airways introduces the list of most sought-after destinations for the coming year, alongside new tourism trends; the list includes vacations without a schedule, brand loyalty, and, surprisingly, body image perceptions
Ciel Dubai Marina, a Vignette Collection by IHG, has officially opened in Dubai, becoming the world's tallest hotel; the 377-meter hotel features an 82-story tower that sets a new standard in global luxury tourism
The Asian country is expected to cross a historic milestone in tourism today, with a festive ceremony in Phu Quoc that will honor three tourists with recognition and gifts
A new global model invites cities to reward visitors for small acts that help local communities, inspired by Copenhagen’s successful CopenPay program. "Tourists don’t just want to see a city anymore, they want to be part of it."
The global winners of the World Travel Awards for 2025 were announced in Bahrain. Learn which are the best global destinations, airlines, hotels, resorts, and new entrants in the industry
Over 300 guests gathered at the George Hotel in Tel Aviv for a ceremony celebrating Thailand's National Day and strengthening diplomatic relations between the two countries. Ambassador Boonyarit Vichienpuntu highlighted Israel's outstanding tourism achievements
Central tourism event to be held on December 10 at the Enav Center in Tel Aviv, featuring professional meetings, lectures, refreshments, and an international flavors festival opening right after. In collaboration with Tranova
October 2025 marked record tourism for Cyprus with 537,744 visitors, a 17% increase from last year; the island transitions into an international aviation and tourism hub, with numerous weekly flights and new routes from the Gulf and Eastern Europe, aiming for year-round tourism
