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Discover Puerto Rico presents initiative to inspire conscious travel

Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), announces its Valentine’s Day initiative, “Love Letter from Puerto Rico,” with Puerto Rican actor and producer Amaury Nolasco.

Albufeira proposes rules to target “excessive” tourist behaviour

The mayor of Albufeira, José Carlos Martins Rolo, has opened a public consultation over new rules around tourist behaviour in public areas.

Four countries that are actively welcoming travellers

Following this summer's heated protests against overtourism, there's some good news. For every overcrowded tourist spot in Europe, there are plenty of places around the world that need more visitors.

Cruise ships with over 900 passengers are no longer welcome in Nice

Cruise ships with 900-plus passengers banned from Nice.

AHLA Foundation awards scholarship for students at hospitality programs 

AHLA Foundation, the charitable arm of the American Hotel and Lodging Assn., announced the distribution of nearly one million dollars in scholarship funding for students at hospitality programs around the country.

Challenges and prospects for female founders in the tourism industry

Like many sectors, the hotel and travel industry is no stranger to gender disparity, particularly in funding for startups.

GSTC launches new Sustainable MICE Course

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is proud to announce the launch of its new training program tailored specifically for the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector.

Lawmakers in Greece are debating tough new rules for holiday rentals

Lawmakers in Greece are debating tough new rules for holiday rentals in a bid to crackdown on overtourism.

Tourism Cares and The Hawaiian Islands launch the Meaningful Travel Map of Hawaiʻi

Tourism Cares and The Hawaiian Islands launched the Meaningful Travel Map of Hawaiʻi, connecting travel professionals with sustainable, community-driven experiences.

AHLA releases new Employee Safety Device Buyer’s Guide

AHLA and its technology committee, Hospitality Technology Next Generation (HTNG), released an updated buyer’s guide and comparison matrix to help hoteliers assess the latest generation of personal safety devices for hotel staff.

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