Caribbean tourism stakeholders are challenging the economic benefits of cruise tourism following a new WTTC report. While the study highlights strong return visitor rates, critics argue that onboard spending, tax imbalances, and low local economic impact raise concerns about whether cruise tourism truly supports sustainable growth in the region.]]>https://eturbonews.com/cruise-tourism-caribbean-wttc-report-economic-impact-debate/44f14f1881830fbae24b97bf82d37635Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:34:29 GMT

WTTC has reignited the tourism conversation on cruise industry impact with its recent report outlining the long-term benefits cruise tourism can bring to destinations. While the study highlights strong return visitor rates among travelers who first experienced a destination on a cruise, a prominent hotel consultant from Saint Lucia argues that o]]>https://eturbonews.com/industry-voices-respond-to-wttc-cruise-impact-report/07337ba87a54b8e4a30b47cfe54353faWed, 22 Apr 2026 20:34:29 GMT

IMEX Frankfurt’s bold sustainability strategy aims for net-zero events by 2030, setting a new benchmark for the global meetings industry. Yet, as IMEX America remains the largest U.S. trade show, political skepticism—particularly from Donald Trump—high]]>https://eturbonews.com/imex-net-zero-events-us-politics-green-debate/7be788a403098502c354298ffe4f08a9Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:26:16 GMT

A charter flight from France carrying 105 tourists to Amman marks a powerful moment for Jordan’s tourism recovery—highlighting renewed confidence, resilience]]>https://eturbonews.com/jordan-tourism-resilience-french-charter-flight-2026/86c71c01cb5fe4905a3c339993ed6222Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:51:43 GMT

Four Seychelles tourism professionals have been awarded a fully funded internship in the Maldives through the Hospitalite Service Excellence Awards. The initiative, led by the Seychelles Tourism Department in partnership with 09b95dac213773917f64a69bbcead3bfWed, 22 Apr 2026 14:22:45 GMT

Remote, unhurried and far removed from global tensions, Samoa is emerging as one of the world’s last true escape destinations. With the opening of Moanalei Villas above Apia Harbour and a growing premium travel scene, the Pacific nation blends barefoot authenticity with understated luxury and deeply local experiences.

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Airlines are navigating uncertainty with sharply different strategies. While Air France and KLM expand long-haul routes, Lufthansa cuts thousands of short-haul flights amid rising fuel costs. Meanwhile, Thai Airways focuses on efficiency and optimization, highlighting a global divide in how carriers adapt to volatile market conditions.

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A united world marks Earth Day 2026 under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting global action from island nations to major economies. Voices from tourism,

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Thailand mourns the passing of Dr. Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth, visionary founder of Bangkok Airways and Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, at 93. From pioneering private healthcare to transforming regional aviation, his legacy reshaped Thailand’s medical tourism and travel industries, leaving a lasting impact on national development and global conne

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Guam has long welcomed visitors not just as tourists, but as family. Even after a devastating typhoon, the island’s spirit of hospitality remains unshaken. As recovery begins, Guam once again shows why travelers return—not only for its beaches, but for its warmth, resilience, and deep-rooted culture of care.

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Ras Al Khaimah is defying the global tourism slowdown by winning over UAE residents. A targeted domestic campaign by the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has driven a 20% rise in hotel bookings and nearly doubled local visitor numbers, sign

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Airbus is strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities with the planned acquisition of Quarkslab, as aviation faces rising digital threats. With increasing aircraft connectivity, both 7be772027fba4e8dab0ecb7ac0f5490fTue, 21 Apr 2026 20:06:30 GMT

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is expanding into Tashkent with a new office and upcoming BSP launch, boosting aviation safety, financial