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Morocco’s tourism sector breaks records with bold strategies for 2030

In 2025, Morocco’s tourism industry is enjoying an unprecedented boom, reflecting the success of government strategies that have transformed the kingdom into one of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations. During the first quarter of the year alone, Morocco welcomed an impressive......

Morocco targets Chinese tourists with new ‘China Ready’ initiative

The Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) is embarking on an ambitious journey to secure the esteemed “China Ready” label, positioning itself as the inaugural destination in North Africa to achieve this distinction. This initiative is a pivotal component of Morocco’s broader strategy......

Marhaba 2025: Morocco and Spain Prepare for Summer Operation

Morocco and Spain are gearing up for the 2025 edition of the Marhaba Operation, which facilitates the return of Moroccan expatriates to the country during the summer. To ensure the success of this operation, a high-level meeting between Moroccan and Spanish representatives will take place on May 6-7......

Spain records unprecedented tourism surge in early 2025

Spain has achieved remarkable tourism milestones in the first quarter of 2025, welcoming over 17 million international visitors who collectively spent more than €23 billion. This surge marks a significant 5.7 percent increase compared to the same period last year, setting a new record for the country. Between......

Baleària launches Tarifa–Tanger Ville route and announces electric ships by 2027

On May 8, Spanish shipping company Baleària will launch the new Tarifa (Cadiz province) to Tanger Ville route, with an initial schedule of four daily departures in each direction. This addition complements the company’s existing three routes between Spain and Morocco. Initially, the fast......

ONMT showcases Casablanca-Settat as a premier travel destination at Arabian Travel Market

The Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) is actively promoting Morocco’s diverse tourism offerings, with a particular focus on the Casablanca-Settat region, at the ongoing Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. This prestigious event, which attracts over 2,800 exhibitors and 55,000 participants from......

Iceland: A beacon of sustainable travel

Sustainable travel is becoming a necessity rather than a trend, with countries worldwide implementing eco-friendly initiatives to minimize tourism’s environmental impact. Among them, Iceland stands out as a pioneer in sustainable tourism, leveraging its abundant renewable energy, strict environmental......

Royal Air Maroc expands connectivity with new flight to Catania

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is set to enhance its service offerings with the introduction of a new direct flight linking Casablanca to Catania, a picturesque city on the island of Sicily, Italy. This new route, scheduled to commence on June 28, will operate twice a week on Mondays and Saturdays, utilizing......

Barcelona's protest against mass tourism escalates with water-splashing demonstration

Dozens of protesters in Barcelona made their voices heard on Sunday, brandishing water pistols and blocking a tourist bus as they chanted “tourists go home.” This notable demonstration, occurring as the summer season approaches, marks the first significant anti-mass tourism protest of the......

Morocco's ONMT restructures to enhance tourism appeal

The Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) has announced a significant structural reorganization aimed at boosting Morocco's global tourism appeal. This initiative is part of the office's ongoing strategy to attract 26 million tourists by 2030. In a recent statement, ONMT revealed that the......

Aer Lingus expands connectivity with new Cork to Bilbao route

Irish airline Aer Lingus has officially launched a new flight route connecting Cork with Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque Country, northern Spain. This new service will operate three times a week, offering a direct two-hour flight to Bilbao, while also facilitating access to nearby cities across......

Go Siyaha program validates 819 projects in February

As of February, nearly 819 projects have been validated under the "Go Siyaha" program, according to Fatim-Zahra Ammor, the Minister of Tourism, Craft, and Social Economy. This announcement was made during a session at the House of Representatives on Monday. Responding to an oral question about......

Spain's AI tourism initiative and failed foreign property purchase restrictions

In this week’s Inside Spain, we explore a groundbreaking initiative in the coastal town of Benicassim that aims to transform the tourist experience through artificial intelligence (AI), alongside the recent rejection of a proposal to restrict foreign property purchases. AI technology is increasingly......