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Out of all the markets, the Chinese has the strongest desire to visit Europe.

What travellers going to Europe really wantInternational travellers prioritise safety and affordability for European trips in 2024.

London is the most Instagrammed city in Europe, boasting over 163 million hashtags.

The top most Instagrammed cities in EuropeLondon, Paris, and Ankara has emerged as the top contenders with the most number of hashtags.

Travellers globally exhibit increased confidence, booking trips earlier than last year, signalling a revival of traditional travel planning for 2024.

Trip lengths are getting shorter or stagnatingIn summer 2024, travellers' preferences are changing in terms of advanced bookings, length of stays and destination choices.

Jeddah is gaining popularity among APAC travellers in 2024.

APAC travellers want shorter vacations in 2024Traditional patterns return and popular destinations thrive, while APAC travellers seek value and proximity.

The PATA report predicts that Japan's international visitor arrivals will reach 49.3 million by 2026, marking a significant 155% increase from the 2019 numbers.

Asia Pacific poised to lead tourism growthPATA forecasts a surge in Asia's international visitor arrivals to 564 million by 2026.

WTTC marks International Women's Day, revealing women's significant role in the travel sector, comprising 40% of the workforce, with hospitality leading.

Hail the power of women in travelWomen make up almost 40% of the global travel and tourism workforce.

James Thornton: ”We provide a sense of community and connectedness in an increasingly isolated and disconnected world. And we do it better than anyone else.”

Intrepid makes connections in a disconnected worldNew strategies will take tour company into accommodation and book publishing.

Travel agents at the Astindo Travel Fair 2024 note that China remains a highly desirable destination among Indonesians.

Indonesians respond to the great call of ChinaTikTok and Instagram are driving FOMO travel among Indonesian travellers.

Dubai Mall's Instagram following is currently at 1.3 million.

Ka-ching! Dubai Mall rings up record visitor numbersDubai Mall claims to be the most visited place on earth after 105 million splurge on shopping, dining and entertainment.

A volcanic eruption on White Island killed 22 people and severely injured many others.

Big fines for operators of deadly volcano tourFines and reparations ‘no more than token recognition’ of harm suffered, says New Zealand judge.