Tourism New Zealand has stressed that the country remains “open for business” despite the aftermath of the earthquake that devastated Christchurch on Saturday.

World tourism has rebounded strongly after a year punctuated by crisis management, an epidemic, and a natural disaster, with growth in 2010 led by Asia and the Middle East.

In the aftermath of last Monday's bus hostage drama in the Philippines, tourism industry stakeholders have agreed to bide their time and allow emotions over the drama to subside.

The UK government is cashing out £400 million for a complete physical makeover of their citizens, a complete makeover of their passport that is.

A year-long advertising campaign that strategically focused on the most lucrative travel markets delivered record-breaking results, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki, Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) chair, announced today.

The year 2010 represents a golden opportunity for South Africa as a nation to win not just on the football field as host nation of the 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP, but on the global tourism stage.

New Zealand experienced a new monthly arrivals record in July, propelled by the return of key Asian markets that offset declines from North America and the UK.

The US is appealing two elements of a World Trade Organisation (WTO) ruling on European government support for Airbus that it otherwise won, US trade officials said on Thursday 19 August.

Montréal has held an official reception to celebrate the arrival of the first Chinese tourists to the city since Canada was granted Approved Destination Status by China on 3 December 2009.

Visitor arrivals to Hong Kong reached their highest ever single-month level in July 2010, though much of the gain is relative to a 2009 tourism season that was negatively impacted by the H1N1 Influenza.

The fallout from the volcanic ash cloud earlier this year continues, with the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) insisting that the European Commission (EC) re-examine compensation legislation.

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) together with MasterCard Worldwide announced the launch of the "Bangkok Welcomes You" campaign

The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) is expanding its promotion in the lucrative Chinese travel market to Shanghai, while cutting office operating costs countrywide 50 percent, Lt. Gov. Brian K. Krolicki announced today.

Two million American travel jobs could be at risk after the American Government announced plans to reduce greenhouse gas pollution by replacing government business trips with new media technology.

In 2010, the Caribbean Alliance for Sustainable Tourism (CAST) has partnered with Green Globe Certification to provide all Caribbean travel and tourism businesses a combined membership that will greatly assist the delivery of sustainable business practice

Print, TV, Internet and Outdoor Ads Inspire Visitors to Venture Beyond the Beaches

Vanuatu Tourism Office reports that no significant damage resulted from the earthquake in Vanuatu yesterday afternoon and normal tourism operations have returned.

From the great sandpits of the deserts, the stunning wildlife and natural wonders, to the friendliness of the Omani people and the modern comforts of its luxury hotels, The Sultanate of Oman offers so many ingredients for perfect family holidays.