Growth in tourism to Japan slowed in June as Hong Kong visitors stayed away after unfounded predictions that a megaquake was about to hit the country. https://t.co/AO0tOG8Nza ...

Travel Tips - Essential travel tips for first-time visitors to Japan [1] Travel Destination - Japan is a recommended travel destination [1]

Cuba’s crucial and struggling tourism industry gets hit with more US sanctions, as Donald Trump’s administration ratchets up pressure on the communist-run island and its top officials https://t.co/wTnpg8U5Py ...

Travel Planning - Provides need-to-know arrival information for Japan travel [1] - Offers etiquette tips for traveling to Japan [1] - Suggests the best time of year to book a trip to Japan [1]

Tourism Industry Outlook - Tourism in Spain, Europe's second largest holiday destination, is expected to grow less than previously anticipated [1] - Economic and geopolitical uncertainties are impacting the desire for travel [1]

Thailand is known for its scenic beaches, Buddhist temples, and vibrant nightlife. However, it also serves as a cautionary tale of a society where democratic institutions crumble, leaving oligarchs to fight it out https://t.co/r8dknSviTv ...

Acropolis closes as heatwave grips Greece https://t.co/d0m0kbYpJw ...

Vanguard Properties is making the most of Portugal's record-breaking tourism industry by cashing in on its hotel investments https://t.co/KsYLuUphSU ...

Cruise Tourism Industry Growth & Trends - Global travel reached 14 billion (140 亿) people last year, approximately equivalent to China's population [1] - Cruise tourism is a niche market but is rapidly expanding [1] - In 1980, cruise passengers were 14 million (140 万); by 2006, they reached 15 million (1500 万); in 2011, 20 million (2000 万); and last year, 30 million (3000 万) [1] - Cruise ship capacity has increased from 400 to over 5,000 people plus crew [1] - Cruise durations have decreased to 5-7 days, turning ships into "floating cities" [1] Impact on Local Communities - Research indicates that 40% of cruise tourists surveyed spent nothing in the local community [1] - The remaining 60% spent around €10-€20 on small items [1] - Limited time in port leads to rushed experiences and missed opportunities to engage with local culture and products [1] Recommendations for Sustainable Tourism - Reduce the number of mega-ships arriving in destinations [3] - Increase compassion for local communities [3] - Establish a quota and fund for the community [3] - Involve diverse stakeholders, including women, in tourism planning [3]

Analysts think Disney's operating income may grow for the first time in nearly a decade because of strong tourism and streaming trends. https://t.co/XhVaYxdzYl ...