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Ryanair cuts flights at regional Spanish airports, fueling travel disparity

Ryanair's decision to withdraw from two regional Spanish airports, Jerez and Valladolid, has significantly impacted passenger numbers, exposing a growing divide between Spain's bustling urban travel hubs and its quieter, underserved regions. Sharp declines in regional passenger numbers The......

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......

Go siyaha removes all barriers for tourism entrepreneurs (Ministry)

The Moroccan government has announced three significant improvements to the “Go Siyaha” program, aimed at maximizing its impact and creating more jobs within the tourism sector. The Ministry of Tourism, Craftsmanship, and Social and Solidarity Economy confirmed that these changes will come......

E‑Visa: Morocco processes nearly half‑million applications in three years

Launched three years ago, Morocco’s e‑visa system has emerged as a cornerstone of the country’s digital modernization strategy, handling nearly 500,000 applications since inception. This initiative enhances Morocco's global appeal by easing entry processes and bolstering both tourism......

Saudi Arabia to open real estate market to foreign investors from 2026

As part of its ambitious Vision 2030 economic diversification strategy, Saudi Arabia has officially approved a long-anticipated reform allowing foreigners to own real estate in selected areas of the kingdom. The historic decision, announced on Tuesday, aims to boost foreign investment and reduce the......

High hotel prices push Moroccan expats to vacation in Spain and Portugal

There was a time when summer holidays in Morocco meant pure joy and heartfelt nostalgia — a return to one’s roots, shared tajines with family, and the vibrant alleys of sun-drenched medinas. But for many Moroccan expatriates, that tradition is shifting. Today, a growing number are shortening......

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......

The exploitation of Morocco’s spiritual heritage: A call for accountability

Morocco’s rich spiritual heritage is deeply rooted in its Islamic traditions, Sufi mysticism, and indigenous Berber influences. This vibrant cultural tapestry has captivated global visitors for decades, drawing them to the bustling medinas of Marrakech, the sand dunes of Merzouga, and the architectural......

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,......