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Philadelphia hotels lean into mural tourism and family walking routes
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Philadelphia’s public art and walkable neighborhoods are drawing more family micro-tourism, with Center City murals and Rittenhouse Square emerging as a key itinerary.
ASTMH approves Saint James School of Medicine tropical medicine diploma
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Saint James School of Medicine’s Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Public Health has been added to the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene’s list of approved courses.
The Travel Society leans on Virtuoso Travel Week to deepen luxury ties
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The Travel Society is using Virtuoso Travel Week 2026 in Las Vegas to strengthen supplier relationships, expand advisor resources and support growth for its independent travel network.
Owens family book argues adventure strengthens connection
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Fort Worth authors Don and Danae Owens have released How to Build an Adventurous Family, a guide that says shared adventure is the key to lasting family connection.
Lux Travel DMC uses Quang Binh outing to refresh 15-day Vietnam tours
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Lux Travel DMC took its team to Quang Binh for a company outing that combined team building with destination research.
Florida’s Historic Coast rolls out end-of-summer travel deals
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Florida’s Historic Coast is offering seasonal discounts on lodging, tours and attractions across St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and nearby beaches.
Dallas couples turn date night into micro-adventures
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Couples in Dallas are shifting from traditional dinner-and-a-movie plans to walkable, experience-driven outings that blend local food, arts and nightlife.
Saudi tourism spending from Europe jumps 21% as arrivals rise nearly 18%
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Saudi reported record tourism growth from Europe in 2025, with arrivals up nearly 18% and spending from European travelers up 21%. The gains came during a year when the kingdom welcomed about 123 million domestic and inbound visitors and says the…
Elizabeth Love builds travel business around restorative, personalized trips
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Elizabeth Love, a travel advisor with Fora Travel based in Apollo Beach, Florida, is using luxury, adventure and culinary travel to create customized experiences for couples, families and groups.
Travel packages keep drawing strong bids at nonprofit auctions
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Travel experiences are still among the most popular items at nonprofit fundraising auctions as donors chase memorable trips over material goods.
Bronte Adventures evolves from local visitor guide to global marketing platform
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Bronte Adventures, a Haworth visitor website built around the Brontë Country village in England, is drawing growing interest from businesses worldwide that want to publish sponsored and guest content.
True Summit Adventures plans Everest Base Camp journey with Kami Rita Sherpa
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True Summit Adventures will launch a 2027 Everest Base Camp itinerary with mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa, timed to his next bid to extend his record 32 Mount Everest ascents.
African Adventure Specialists touts East Africa as a 2027 travel destination
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African Adventure Specialists says East Africa is gaining momentum as travelers look for more immersive holidays in 2027. The company is highlighting Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda for safaris, gorilla tracking, beaches and multi-country…
QuicklyShow pitches tool-free modular booths that pack into travel cases
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QuicklyShow says its modular exhibition display system can compress full trade show booths into wheeled travel cases, aiming to cut freight, labor and setup costs for frequent exhibitors and overseas roadshows.
Karnataka Tourism to spotlight heritage, wildlife and MICE at TTF Ahmedabad 2026
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Karnataka Tourism will showcase its heritage sites, wildlife, coastal destinations, festivals and business travel appeal at TTF Ahmedabad 2026 from Aug. 6-8 in Gandhinagar.
Water Wells for Africa marks 30 years and 680 wells in Malawi
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Water Wells for Africa is celebrating 30 years of work in Malawi and the installation of its 680th well, as founder Kurt Dahlin’s project moves into a new phase with a goal of 1,000 wells.
Adventure tourism market seen hitting $841.7 billion by 2031
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Adventure tourism is projected to expand from $514.53 billion in 2026 to $841.73 billion by 2031, according to Mordor Intelligence, as travelers shift toward experience-led trips.
Travel and tourism market seen reaching $1.27 trillion by 2035
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The global travel and tourism market is projected to grow from $685.62 billion in 2024 to $1.27 trillion by 2035, driven by leisure travel, digital booking tools, and demand for personalized experiences.
GeekOut unveils Roblox adventure RPG Egg Hunt 2026
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GeekOut K.K., with Dentsu Group Inc. and Studio Koi Koi, announced Egg Hunt 2026: The Grand Eggspress, a Roblox adventure RPG set to launch July 29, 2026. The project revives Roblox’s beloved Egg Hunt format with a new original world, more than…
Uganda tourism pushes confidence message after Ebola-free declaration
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Uganda’s tourism advocates are trying to reset international perceptions after the country’s Ebola-free declaration, arguing that the destination should now be judged by its current safety, hospitality and travel offerings.
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