Keywords: Sustainable Tourism


Morocco climbs to 70th in the World Economic Forum’s 2026 tourism development index

Morocco has moved up to 70th place among 110 economies in the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI), improving by seven positions compared with the previous edition. The country recorded a score of 3.48, according to the latest ranking, which assesses the conditions......

Morocco welcomes 24 U.S. Fulbright grantees for research and teaching in 2026-2027

A new Fulbright cohort arrives in Morocco Twenty-four U.S. Fulbright grantees have begun their 2026-2027 academic year in Morocco, launching a program that will combine university teaching, field research and cultural exchange across several regions of the country. The new cohort was welcomed in early......

Amsterdam plans one of the world’s highest tourist taxes to tackle overtourism

Amsterdam is preparing to significantly increase its tourist accommodation tax as part of a broader strategy to curb overtourism and reduce the pressure that large numbers of visitors place on the Dutch capital. Under a new local coalition agreement between Pro Amsterdam and D66, the municipal tourist......

Rwanda allocates $16 million in tourism revenue to support communities near protected areas

Rwanda is expanding its model of sustainable tourism by directing more than 23 billion Rwandan francs, equivalent to approximately $16 million, toward development projects benefiting communities living near national parks and protected areas. The funding, announced by the Rwanda Development Board, is......

Sicily's Favignana hopes The Odyssey film success will boost tourism without overtourism

The Sicilian island of Favignana is preparing for a rise in visitor numbers following the international success of Christopher Nolan's epic film The Odyssey, with local authorities hoping to capitalize on the global spotlight while avoiding the pitfalls of overtourism. Located off the western coast......

Morocco Strengthens Its Position in Global Muslim-Friendly Tourism Rankings

Morocco has reinforced its reputation as one of the leading destinations for Muslim-friendly tourism, ranking 14th globally in the 2026 Global Muslim Travel Index. The ranking reflects the country's continued appeal to Muslim travelers and highlights its strong position in a rapidly expanding international......

Paris Match highlights Morocco's rise as a premium global tourism destination

Morocco is strengthening its position as one of the world's leading tourism destinations, according to French magazine Paris Match, which has highlighted the country's transformation into a more diverse, sophisticated and competitive travel market. In a report titled "The New Morocco Moves......

Morocco elevates its tourism appeal with premium destinations and diversified experiences

Morocco is strengthening its position as one of the Mediterranean's most dynamic travel destinations by expanding beyond its traditional tourism hubs and investing in a broader, higher-value visitor experience, according to a recent feature published by French magazine Paris Match. The publication......

UNESCO commends Marrakech restoration efforts while urging caution over new projects

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee is preparing to review the conservation status of the Medina of Marrakech during its 48th session in Busan, South Korea. A draft decision recognizes Morocco’s efforts to restore the historic site following the 2023 earthquake, while urging authorities to carefully......