Global chains shift from ownership to management and franchise agreements Global hotel brands are moving away from property ownership strategies due to rising land prices and extended investment return periods. The asset light model aims
Tour Operators Search for Alternative Routes and Türkiye, MENA and the Balkans Come to the Fore Slot reductions are already shaping the 2025 winter season The winter capacity adjustments announced at Europe’s major hub airports
The rise of experience driven luxury As we enter 2026, the winners of the tourism sector will be destinations and OTAs that offer experience oriented luxury. The global luxury travel market is being shaped by
Ecotourism, cultural heritage, and regional development meet under one vision! Central Asia’s New Tourism Laboratory Uzbekistan has taken a strategic step toward reshaping its tourism vision around nature-based and sustainable principles. Located in the heart
Türkiye’s blend of history and nature along the Mediterranean coast is creating a new brand value in the global market. Combining the traces of ancient Mediterranean civilizations with the natural richness of mountain to coast
Türkiye has officially announced that it will host the COP31 Climate Summit in 2026. Following Australia’s withdrawal from its candidacy, a mutual agreement was reached in which Türkiye becomes the host country while Australia will
“As 2026 approaches, the core drivers of Türkiye–Africa trade growth will be B2B partnerships and digital business models.” Turkish Companies Strengthen Their Position in African Markets Turkish exporters are showing steady growth across African markets.
The 2025/26 Season Kicks Off with Strong International Demand Italy’s winter tourism sector is regaining momentum, with mountain destinations focusing heavily on international travelers. Forecasts indicate an overall 3.8% increase in visitor numbers, driven mainly
A New Destination Strategy: Building a Strong Corridor Between Northern Europe and Asia As of 2025, Thailand is enhancing its international accessibility through new direct flights from the UK, Sweden, and Norway. Bangkok-based Thai Airways
A New Hub in the MENA Region: Expanding International Partnerships and Investment Momentum Saudi Arabia has emerged as the leading tourism destination in the Middle East, welcoming 60 million international visitors in the third quarter