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Do you ever wonder 🤔 Where tourism trends are heading? What are travellers driven by? Our friends at Alphabet® have scoured industry reports, and, using their insights from the 2023 Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) Congress, they’ve collated some tourism trends they anticipate for the year ahead. 🚀 Embracing local, sustainable choices aligned with personal values 🚀 Prioritizing travel as a necessary expense 🚀 Connecting with local cultures 🚀 Leveraging social media in 2024 Read the full blog here👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/eUvmy9n3 #tourismtrends #tourismgrowth #tourismdrivestheeconomy

Ireland: tourism levels up significantly in 2023 ☘🌍 Visitor levels across Ireland increased significantly last year, with almost 60% of firms within the tourism sector reporting an increase in business compared to 2022 🇮🇪👇 https://lnkd.in/eVvrYNT8 #ireland #tourism #emeraldisle #Dublin #irishtourism #tourismmarketing #irisheconomy

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is projecting a record-breaking year for Travel & Tourism in 2024, with the sector’s global economic contribution set to reach an all-time high of $11.1 trillion. Julia Simpson, President & CEO, WTTC said, “This isn’t just about breaking records, we’re no longer talker about a recovery – this is a story of the sector back at its best after a difficult few years, providing a significant economic boost to countries around the world and supporting millions of jobs." Read more: https://lnkd.in/dAFx8EVV #travelindustry #tourismindustry #travelandtourism

https://lnkd.in/e9MPNYAP Navigating Niche Tourism: Insights from the 2024 Market Report

European Tourism Expects Record Visitor Numbers in 2024: Early data for this year shows a significant increase in consumer travel spending throughout Europe, reaching record levels in the upcoming months. This surge will provide much-needed support to travel and tourism businesses that have been severely impacted by the pandemic and ongoing economic uncertainties. However, challenges such as high prices and geopolitical risks continue to pose obstacles for the tourism sector, which is also striving to implement more sustainable practices to benefit local communities and protect the environment. SOURCE: European Tourism Expects Record Visitor Numbers in 2024 BY: eTurboNews | eTN #travelnews

The travel and tourism sector will contribute a record $11.1 trillion to the global economy this year, though the U.S. will lag behind other #tourism markets, the World Travel & Tourism Council forecasted. #travelandtourism #travelindustry

ICYMI: Travel & Tourism in Asia-Pacific: The Key to Economic Recovery: The flagship UN report has just been released, leaving no room for doubt - Travel & Tourism is set to play a pivotal role in the economic recovery of the Asia-Pacific region. SOURCE: Travel & Tourism in Asia-Pacific: The Key to Economic Recovery BY: eTurboNews | eTN #Feature_Articles #eTurboNews_eTN #Thailand_Travel_News #PATA

Ireland: tourism levels up significantly in 2023 ☘🌍 Visitor levels across Ireland increased significantly last year, with almost 60% of firms within the tourism sector reporting an increase in business compared to 2022 🇮🇪👇 https://lnkd.in/eb2KFQm6 #ireland #tourism #emeraldisle #Dublin #irishtourism #tourismmarketing #irisheconomy

The World Travel & Tourism Council is calling on EU leaders to take actions that will modernize and enhance the travel and tourism industry. European Commission Council of the European Union European Parliament #EUParliament #WTTC #EUCouncil #TravelAndTourism #travelindustry #data #legislation #sustainability #economy #economicgrowth #travelers #environmentalpractices #newpolicy #NaturePositive #SustainableGrowth

ASATA acknowledges the promising forecast from the World Travel and Tourism Council. While challenges remain for certain markets, the global trajectory for travel and tourism is overwhelmingly positive. This underscores the resilience of our industry and agents and fuels our dedication to supporting South African travel businesses. Read more >>> https://bit.ly/3QzdZNf What factors do you believe will most significantly drive travel this year? #TravelTrends #ASATA #TravelIndustry #EconomicGrowth