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Morocco sees 11.6 million tourist arrivals by July, up 16%

Morocco welcomed 11.6 million tourists by the end of July 2025, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Tourism. The surge highlights the country’s continuing appeal as a global travel destination. Growth driven by Moroccan diaspora The ministry......

Luxury meets tradition: African travel unveils premium Moroccan tour for 2026

Luxury tour operator African Travel, Inc. has announced a new high-end itinerary titled "Invitation to Morocco", as part of its 2026 collection. The exclusive 11-day journey offers a curated experience through Morocco, combining cultural discovery with premium hospitality. The tour begins......

Search intensifies for missing British woman in northern Greece

Greek authorities have ramped up their efforts to find a British woman who mysteriously disappeared from a beach in northern Greece. Michele Bourda, 59, was last seen on August 1st resting on a sunbed at Ofrynio beach, near the town of Kavala. The Hellenic coastguard, assisted by private boats and fishing......

Tourism in Jordan suffers sharp decline due to Gaza war

The tourism industry in Jordan is facing a major downturn due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, despite the country not sharing a border with the war-torn enclave. Since October 2023, when hostilities erupted between Israel and Hamas, the number of tourists visiting Jordan has plummeted, particularly......

Morocco unveils new airport identity as part of transformative 2030 strategy

Morocco’s National Airports Office (ONDA) has introduced a new visual identity for the country’s airports, marking a significant step in its ambitious "Airports 2030" strategy. The rebranding reflects Morocco’s vision to establish its airports as world-class hubs aligned with......

Barcelona to limit cruise ship traffic in fight against overtourism

Barcelona has announced a major step to reduce cruise ship traffic, part of a growing European push to counter overtourism. Under a new agreement signed by the city council and the port authority, the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five by 2030. This will lower the port’s......

Morocco sees record 8.9 million tourists in first half of 2025

Morocco’s tourism sector has reached a remarkable milestone, welcoming 8.9 million visitors in the first half of 2025—a 19% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This surge represents an additional 1.4 million tourists, further cementing Morocco’s position as a leading global......

Spain breaks new record with 35 million tourists in five months

Spain has set a new tourism record by welcoming 35 million international visitors in the first five months of 2025, marking a 5.5% increase compared to the same period last year, according to figures released by the National Statistics Institute. International tourism revenue reached €46.59 billion,......

Morocco and China Eastern Airlines partner to boost tourism ties

The Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) and China Eastern Airlines have signed a strategic agreement in Rabat to bolster Morocco’s appeal within the Chinese market. This partnership aims to attract one million Chinese tourists by 2030, reinforcing Morocco's position as a leading global......

Wego and ONMT roll out campaign to promote Morocco as a top summer destination in MENA

Wego, the leading online travel platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has joined forces with the Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) to unveil a regional campaign aimed at boosting summer tourism to Morocco. The initiative seeks to highlight the country’s rich cultural heritage,......

Morocco’s tourism surges with 7.2 million visitors in early 2025

Morocco has recorded a significant milestone in its tourism sector, welcoming 7.2 million visitors during the first five months of 2025. The figure reflects a 22% increase compared to the same period in 2024, as noted by the Ministry of Tourism. This rise equates to an additional 1.3 million tourists......

Royal Air Maroc Launches Expanded Summer 2025 Flight Program

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has unveiled a comprehensive flight plan for summer 2025, featuring over 6.6 million available seats  an increase of more than 700,000 compared to the previous year. This ambitious program is designed to meet the high travel demand from Moroccans living abroad and to strengthen......

Morocco unveils unified star rating system for tourist accommodations

Morocco has launched a new star rating system that will apply to all tourist accommodations, including hotels, riads, guest houses, and other lodging options. This unified approach aims to elevate hospitality standards and align the nation’s tourism offerings with international benchmarks. A new......