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Packable rain jacket market seen reaching $2.45 billion by 2030
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The packable rain jacket market is forecast to grow from $1.8 billion in 2026 to $2.45 billion by 2030 as demand rises for lightweight, travel-friendly outerwear.
Mosquito-Borne Infections Testing Market Seen Reaching $2.12B by 2030
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The mosquito-borne infections testing market is projected to grow from $1.56 billion in 2026 to $2.12 billion by 2030 as dengue, malaria and other vector-borne diseases drive demand for faster diagnostics and surveillance.
Yakiniku Rikimaru launches influencer program for American visitors
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Osaka-based Yakiniku Rikimaru is recruiting American influencers and travelers to dine at its all-you-can-eat yakiniku restaurants and post about the experience.
Pleasanton pitches itself as a quiet-luxury base for wine tourism
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AC Hotel Pleasanton is positioning Pleasanton as a low-key alternative to Napa for wine travelers who want access to Livermore Valley, design-led lodging and a walkable downtown.
The Tennessean lines up July 4-5 events for America’s 250th
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The Tennessean in Knoxville is hosting two patriotic events for Independence Day weekend: a July 4 celebration tied to the city’s fireworks and a July 5 afternoon tea inspired by the Boston Tea Party.
Tourism source market seen reaching $1.1 trillion by 2032
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Allied Market Research projects the global tourism source market will nearly double from $599.4 billion in 2022 to $1.1 trillion by 2032, driven by rising travel demand and niche tourism growth.
San Isidro Festival in Madrid draws tourism surge and global ethics debate
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Madrid’s Feria de San Isidro 2026 at Las Ventas wrapped on June 14 after 28 main events, drawing strong international interest and fueling debate over tradition versus animal welfare.
Learn Tourism hits 35,000 learners ahead of DI 2026
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Learn Tourism says it has crossed 35,000 enrolled learners, added its 65th destination partnership and expanded its advisory network ahead of the 2026 Destinations International Annual Convention in Portland.
Russian River Railbikes plans July 4 weekend rides for America 250
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Russian River Railbikes will run special excursion rides July 4–5 in Cloverdale, California, tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Brand South Africa mixer ties Atlanta and Africa ahead of 2026 World Cup
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Brand South Africa drew more than 200 guests to Hotel Phoenix in Atlanta for a networking mixer centered on Pan-African culture, commerce, and diaspora connections ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event highlighted growing links between…
GIEC Global widens support for partner, UK visitor and ART review visas
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GIEC Global Australia is expanding guidance for Australian partner visa applicants, UK visitor visa travelers and people seeking Administrative Review Tribunal review after visa refusals.
Arizona Illuminated pavilion debuts at Great American State Fair
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The Arizona Office of Tourism is bringing an immersive Arizona Illuminated pavilion to the Great American State Fair on June 25 in Washington, D.C., as part of America’s 250th Anniversary.
Moagem gains traction as Alentejo industrial tourism destination
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Moagem – Industrial Lodge in Viana do Alentejo is building momentum as one of Portugal’s most distinctive industrial tourism projects after opening last summer in a former grain mill.
Thailand tourism feels pressure from global uncertainty
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Tourism operators in Thailand, especially in Chiang Mai, are seeing shorter booking windows and softer demand as geopolitical tensions, economic worries and rising travel costs shape visitor behavior in 2026. The shift is raising pressure on…
TTW names top 50 medical tourism destinations for 2026
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Travel And Tour World has released its 2026 ranking of the world’s top 50 medical tourism destinations, citing healthcare quality, affordability, specialist expertise and patient services.
Asia-Pacific marine HVAC market to reach $1.28 billion by 2031
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A new Allied Market Research report says the Asia-Pacific marine HVAC market will grow from $764.3 million in 2021 to $1,284.6 million by 2031, driven by passenger vessels, seaborne trade, shipbuilding and maritime tourism.
R3 Life Wellness Center partners with MiDO4 to target luxury medical tourists in Bangkok
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R3 Life Wellness Center has teamed with MiDO4 Medical Services to package regenerative medicine, preventive care and concierge support for international patients in Bangkok.
Vietnam luxury cruise brands break into Asia’s top 6
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Heritage Cruises Vietnam and Emperor Cruises Ha Long ranked among the Top 6 best river cruises in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, marking a jump from 2025 and signaling Vietnam’s rise in luxury cruise tourism.
JW Marriott Reston Station launches America 250 stay packages
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JW Marriott Reston Station is rolling out luxury packages tied to America’s 250th anniversary and Reston Station’s July 2 celebration.
Tourism source market seen reaching $1.1 trillion by 2032
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Allied Market Research says the global tourism source market was worth $599.4 billion in 2022 and is projected to hit $1.1 trillion by 2032. The report points to mobile apps, group travel and Europe as the leading segments, with rising demand for…
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