The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the global body representing the Travel & Tourism private sector, has announced its latest Economic Impact Research which found that the U.S. is on track to lose a staggering $12.5BN in international visitor spending this year. Notably, international visitor spending to the U.S. is projected to fall to just under $169BN this year, down from $181BN in 2024. This significant shortfall represents a 22.5% decline compared to the previous peak. The loss won’t be felt by Travel & Tourism alone, with WTTC saying it represents a direct blow to the U.S. economy overall, impacting communities, jobs, and businesses from coast to coast. According to the study, the U.S, the largest Travel & Tourism sector in the world, is ...
Read MoreDay: May 16, 2025
New 'World of Color Happiness!' debuts at Disney California Adventure Park and 'Paint the Night' parade returns to Disneyland Park Family and friends are invited to 'Celebrate Happy' with joyful décor, food and beverages, merchandise and more New and recently debuted experiences, such as 'Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!', Tiana's Bayou Adventure and dining at Downtown Disney District offer more reasons to visit The Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration kicked off on May 16, 2025, honoring seven decades and counting of The Happiest Place on Earth with must-visit festivities across the resort through summer 2026. In 1955, Walt Disney opened Disneyland Park with a hope that it would be "a source of joy and inspiration to all the world." Th...
Read MoreHelsinki clears up the biggest sauna misconception Eurovision has sparked global curiosity about one of Finland's most iconic traditions: the sauna. But for many, the idea of stepping into one comes with uncertainty — do you have to be naked, is talking allowed, and what's with the felt hat? Now Helsinki is inviting everyone to experience a sauna culture that's less about rules and more about what feels right. As Eurovision fans set their sights on Basel, another cultural star is quietly gaining global attention: the Finnish sauna. While many may recognise the image of a steamy wooden room and a plunge into icy water, the act of stepping into a sauna can feel surprisingly intimidating. While international audiences seem to be genuinely intr...
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