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For years, tourism flourished in Thailand, with the country groaning under the weight of tourists. After a record-breaking start to the tourism year, visitors have suddenly stopped coming – especially from the main source market, China – and the former paradise is now trying to salvage what it can.
191 cities worldwide were examined. How attractive are they for travellers and what factors are important? The frontrunner is surprising.
The Alpine republic set a tourism record in 2024. A study is now set to shed light on the population's attitude. The mood seems positive, but there are also other signals.
For the first time ever, the Women's European Football Championship is being held in Switzerland. The host cities have come up with some great ideas for fans and are hoping to attract large numbers of tourists to this major event.
"Vienna, City of My Dreams" is the title of a film from the 1960s. In annual surveys of the world's most liveable cities, the film's title reflected the opinion of the majority of respondents for three years in a row. Until now.
Every day in summer, tens of thousands of visitors flock to the island in the Gulf of Naples. Unlike elsewhere, however, decisions here are made in favour of tourists rather than against them – thanks to a new regulation.
The Amazon founder wants to get married in Venice, much to the displeasure of some. The city is not a backdrop for the super-rich, say protesters. In Spain, especially in Mallorca, the resistance of citizens to mass tourism shows no sign of abating.
Most flights in Europe are to Spain, followed by the UK and Italy. So far, so typical. But something is happening in the background: destinations such as Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan are experiencing strong growth.
This summer, the North Sea island of Spiekeroog is trialling beach chairs made from recycled plastic wickerwork. They can be recognised by their green and white upholstery.
As the conflict in the Middle East unexpectedly intensified after Israel attacked Iran, travelling to the region has become complicated. Yet, companies like Airbnb and Booking are still listing homes located in illegal settlements in occupied Palestine. The protests continue, the court is set to act.