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• FITUR 2026 Closes with a Strong Boost to Global Tourism, Reaffirming Its International Leadership

  The International Tourism Trade Fair has once again confirmed its role as a key driver of Madrid’s economy, generating an economic impact of €505 million and reaffirming its strong convening power with more than 255,000 attendees.

  Published: Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:18:54 +0000

• Tourism Must Be Led as Economic Infrastructure to Drive Growth and Resilience

  At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, delivered a clear message to global leaders: tourism must be led as economic infrastructure if it is to drive growth, resilience, and human connection in an increasingly fragmented world.

  Published: Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:32:06 +0000

• Singapore Airshow 2026 to thrill audiences with spectacular line-up of international flying displays

  Singapore Airshow 2026, held at the Changi Exhibition Centre from 3–8 February, will feature a total of eight aerial displays by six air forces and two commercial aircraft manufacturers, promising a thrilling showcase of aerobatics and aerial capabilities for aviation fans.

  Published: Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:31:56 +0000

• FITUR 2026 opens its doors to travellers over the weekend

  The 46th edition of the International Tourism Fair ends its first three days, dedicated exclusively to the industry professionals, with a positive balance that reflects an excellent year for tourism and forecasts continued growth in 2026. After three business-focused professional days, FITUR opens its doors to travellers over the weekend, who will be able to explore a wide range of destinations thanks to the participation of 161 countries, 111 of them with official representation, as well as enjoy a varied programme of activities organised by exhibitors.

  Published: Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:27:56 +0000

• The First International Summit on Communication and Tourism aims to become “a major global milestone

  The first International Summit on Communication and Tourism, organized by FITUR and Agencia EFE and held as part of FITUR 2026, took place on Friday with the ambition of becoming “one of the major global milestones as a source of knowledge for professionals in communication and tourism”. This was stated at the opening session by José Vicente de los Mozos, President of the Executive Committee of IFEMA MADRID.

  Published: Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:24:33 +0000

• The seventh edition of FITURNEXT invites placing water at the heart of sustainable tourism mgmt

  FITURNEXT, FITUR’s Sustainability Observatory, supported by Aqualia, a benchmark brand in the management of the integrated water cycle, has concluded its seventh edition with a focus on water and on the role of tourism as an ally in the sustainable and responsible management of this resource. Throughout its sessions, more than 40 experts from the public and private sectors took part in this forum to share best practices and present innovative solutions and technologies that are already helping to transform the tourism sector.

  Published: Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:22:07 +0000

• FITUR 4all highlights a 10% increase in tourists with reduced mobility in Spain in 2025

  Participants at FITUR 4all highlighted on Friday that Spain recorded a 10% increase in tourists with some form of reduced mobility in 2025, underlining the need to continue working to firmly establish the country as a leading global reference for tourism for all. The specialized FITUR section brought together experts, institutional representatives and business leaders, who emphasized accessibility as a driver of competitiveness, innovation and positive impact within the tourism sector.

  Published: Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:17:24 +0000

• FITUR 2026 announces the winners of the Best Stand Award and the Sustainable Stand Award

  The International Tourism Trade Fair highlights the designs of Castilla y León, Madrid and Galicia in the Autonomous Communities category; Guatemala, Abu Dhabi and Egypt in Countries and Regions; and Vincci, Meliá and Alsa in the Companies category. The Government of Cantabria, Grupo Piñero, the Castelldefels City Council and Turismo de Galicia are recognized for their commitment to sustainable participation.

  Published: Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:06:25 +0000

• Jamaica and TUI Group to explore Expansion into Latin America and Eastern Europe

  Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has initiated talks with TUI Group, one of the world’s leading tourism companies, to enhance the destination’s presence in Latin America and Eastern Europe. By leveraging TUI’s extensive marketing network, Jamaica’s strategic initiative to diversify its tourism source markets and expand its presence would receive significant momentum.

  Published: Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:12:35 +0000

• WTTC signs MOU to formally ratify its new global office in Madrid

  This agreement signals a new era for global tourism, officially confirming the relocation of WTTC’s headquarters to Madrid and establishing the city as the world capital for tourism governance.

  Published: Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:44:49 +0000