Global tourism is entering a new era of strategic choices. The industry is still generating economic growth, but geopolitical instability, climate pressures, investment challenges and technological disruption are testing its long-term competitiveness. The numbers reveal a paradox. According to the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index 2026, 92% of the 110 economies assessed have improved their conditions for tourism development since 2024. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts a US$12 trillion contribution to the global economy in 2026, supporting around 376 million jobs.
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From race shirts to finisher medals, the 2026 Baoji Marathon in northwest China's Shaanxi Province brings Baoji's history and culture onto the course.
Korean actor Kim Jae-young and his signature locks are back on screen in the currently airing romcom Make Me Tingle, where he takes on the daring role of a sex toy entrepreneur. Since his 2013 acting debut, Kim has played a variety of brooding characters that take advantage of the lithe, imposing frame that helped him start in entertainment as a model. However, Kim was not initially aiming for a career in front of the camera. Rather, he harboured an ambition to be a chef and has said in...
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While Europe’s biggest Christmas markets attract millions of visitors every year, many travellers are seeking lesser-known festive destinations. Travel experts at eShores have revealed five underrated Christmas markets worth adding to this year’s winter travel plans based on their festive charm and growing search interest.
For JETOUR, travel means more than discovering new places, it also means respecting and protecting the natural world. As its “Travel+” ecosystem continues to grow, JETOUR is bringing travel, off-road exploration and nature conservation together, encouraging travelers to explore responsibly and help protect the places they visit.
La Dolce Vita Orient Express has embarked on its first international journey, departing from Rome Ostiense on 22 October for Istanbul. The five-day, four-night itinerary marks a significant milestone for the train, extending its journeys beyond Italy and bringing together two of Europe’s emblematic destinations through an exceptional travel experience.
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From the ancient city of Zhengding in north China to the prehistoric Wanshouyan Site in Fujian Province, two decisions made decades apart shared a common principle: some things are too valuable to lose.
The GR20, a 112-mile hiking trail that bisects the craggy Mediterranean island, is often billed as the continent’s most demanding trek. Here’s an insider’s look.
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Fish-scale clouds and a golden sunrise create a dreamlike scene above Bingmei Town in Congjiang County, southwest China's Guizhou Province.