The war in Iran is not just disrupting travel, it is changing how the world travels. From fewer long-haul trips to a rise in domestic tourism, global travel patterns are rapidly shifting. Take a look at this next report to know more…


Global Tourism Faces Major War Shock

China’s start to the Lunar New Year is marked by a tourism boom, defying the country’s broader economic slowdown. China has recorded a 203% surge in inbound travel bookings for the 2025 Lunar New Year, compared to 2024. This spike is largely attributed to China’s expanded visa-waiver scheme, offering 30-day visa-free entry to citizens of 38 countries.

China sees 203% surge in Lunar New Year travel

The World Tourism Organization (WTO) reports a promising rebound for the global tourism industry, projecting international tourism levels to surpass pre-pandemic figures by 2024.

Global Travel Industry To Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024

A day after Pakistan retaliated after the Iranian drone and missile strikes, Tehran has launched major military exercises, aimed at sending a message to Islamabad.

Top 10 world news: Iran-Pakistan crisis, global tourism picks pace, and more

International tourism is rebounding to pre-pandemic levels, as twice as many people travelled during the first quarter of 2023 than in the same period last year, according to the United Nations’ World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

International tourism to soon reach pre-pandemic levels: UNWTO

Covid-19 and linked lockdowns have impacted tourism and hospitality sectors the most. Now, international tourism has significantly recovered this year though it is currently dealing with some uncertainties due to ongoing war in Ukraine, inflation and this coupled with Covid-19 restrictions.

Global Tourism on the path of recovery

COVID-19 has caused an unprecedented change to the international tourism industry. Pandemic-related lockdowns, flight cancellations, and border closures may be putting a crimp on summer vacation plans.

Coronavirus Pandemic: What is the way forward for global tourism?

Global tourism revenues are expected to fall by up to $3.3 trillion due to COVID-19 restrictions, with the United States standing to lose the most, according to a UN study published on Wednesday.

Global tourism stands to lose up to $3.3 trillion from COVID-19

Governments all across the globe are banking on tourism for their economic revival which is their top priority at the moment. Although leading health experts have warned against the re-opening of tourist sites stating that the pandemic is ''far from over,'' governments are still willing to take the risk because tourism contributes to approximately 3-4 per cent of the world's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Global governments banking on tourism for economic revival

By Freya Higgins-Desbiolles Japan’s Nanzoin Temple is famous for its huge statue of a reclining Buddha. Its custodians are less laidback about the hordes of tourists the temple attracts.

Tourists behaving badly are a threat to global tourism

Madrid will host next weekend the annual International Indian Film Academy awards, dubbed the 'Bollywood Oscars'

Spain woos Indian tourists with tango of Hindi films, local history

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