More travelers than ever before are choosing cruises over other types of travel. In 2023, it’s expected that a record-breaking 31.5 million travelers will cruise this year. It’s clear that cruising is back with a vengeance, but just why is this form of travel so popular right now? Here are the top five reasons that…
Greece: The Acropolis of Athens is too popular; visitor numbers to be capped
The Acropolis of Athens – a Unesco World Heritage Site, has seen visitors having to “squeeze in”. 9 Anyone visiting the Greek capital of Athens just has to look up to see the ancient Acropolis looking majestic as it lords over the city from its high rocky outcrop. The citadel and its clustre of ancient…
Why Travelers Are Visiting This U.S. Coastal City In Record Numbers
The Gulf Coast is a highly popular summer getaway for those wanting to recharge in the salty air with their toes in the sand. Often, people who live away from the beach look forward to their annual beach trip from anywhere from South Padre Island to Destin. But one coastal city is becoming more popular…
Why Americans Are Flocking To This Middle Eastern Country In Record Numbers
American travelers continue to contribute to the travel industry’s epic comeback this year in search of making new memories in exciting places. One country in the Middle East is experiencing a record amount of American tourists this year, even compared to statistics before the pandemic. Visitor numbers have increased as much as 27 percent as…
Why Travelers Are Flocking To These 3 European Countries In Record Numbers
Ask a traveler where they are headed this year, and they might as well respond with, “Earth!”. Tourism records seem to be breaking all over the globe, anywhere from Texas to the Middle East. Statistics from 3 European countries were recently revealed, and they are seeing record numbers as well. Whether it’s passport delays, summer…
Why Americans Are Visiting This Country In Record Numbers Right Now
Portugal is one of the hottest destinations in Europe this summer for American travelers. According to Reuters, Portugal set a new all-time record for visitors in May of 2023, with more than 1.7 million arrivals. In the first five months of 2023, Portugal has seen 6.4 million visitors compared to 5.7 million visitors in the…
7 Reasons Why Travelers Are Visiting The Dominican Republic In Record Numbers
May was a record-setting month for the Dominican Republic. With over 600,000 visitors flocking to this Caribbean paradise last month alone, those who haven’t been might wonder, “what is so attractive about this place?“. Despite back-and-forth travel warnings from both the United States and Canada, westerners continue to flock here for their dream vacation. The…
Americans Visiting Mexico In Record Numbers While Ignoring Travel Warnings
The U.S. State Department has issued multiple travel advisories for Mexico, including an alert specific to spring break travelers in March 2023. But despite the State Department’s warnings, Americans continue to flock to Mexico in record-breaking numbers. Here’s why Mexico remains the most popular destination for American travelers in spite of numerous safety warnings and…
Numbers of those giving up UK Citizenship has increased since Brexit
The number of people who have decided to give up their UK citizenship has increased since the country decided to leave the EU, data obtained by the Independent has shown. Figures have shown that the number of those renouncing UK citizenship increased by 30 per cent in 2021 compared to 2020 and six times more than…
Ras Al Khaimah records its highest visitor numbers in 2022
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) announces its highest-ever annual visitor numbers, with the Emirate welcoming over 1.13M overnight arrivals in 2022, a total increase of 15.6% vs 2021. The results exceed pre-pandemic levels indicating recovery and resilience in a volatile year. Despite geopolitical and economic challenges, Ras Al Khaimah has become one of…
