Cambodia received 1.9978 million international tourists in the first seven months of this year, down over 46% year-on-year. China is the largest source market, while Thai tourists plummeted 95.7% due to border tensions. Angkor Wat visitor numbers fell 29%, and the government has launched measures to revitalize tourism.
US Travel Association and CEOs from Hilton, Marriott, Booking Holdings, MGM Resorts, and Caesars met with President Trump to encourage international travel, aiming for 100 million visitors annually by 2030, which they estimate would generate $81 billion in additional spending and 400,000 jobs.
The 2026 TravelDaily Summit will be held on September 22-23 at the Shanghai International Convention Center, featuring leaders from hotels, business travel, and technology to discuss trends, AI applications, and travel management.
The Hotel Association of New York City is urging the federal government to resolve the escalating US-Canada trade war, warning it threatens tourism and deepens economic challenges for hotels. In 2025, NYC saw 26% fewer Canadian visitors and a 28% decrease in spending. New tariffs could further impact the hotel industry and its 40,000 workers.
TravelDaily announced its 2026 Summit will be held on September 22-23 at Shanghai International Convention Center, featuring 100+ industry leaders sharing insights on hotels, business travel, technology, and destinations. Attendees include executives from Marriott, Hilton, Ctrip Business, etc., discussing trends like AI and experience economy.
PhocusWire reports that the travel industry faces hidden costs in AI deployment, including subscription creep, energy prices, and talent costs. Gartner predicts over 40% of agentic AI projects will be canceled by end of 2027. Experts recommend hybrid models and careful design to avoid cost overruns.
A session at ITB Berlin discussed the overlapping global challenges, or 'polycrisis,' facing tourism. Experts noted consumers seek escape but also safety and seamless experiences. Aziz Abu Sarah of Mejdi Tours said the industry cannot ignore these issues and must engage in solutions. Euromonitor's Stephen Dutton said travel spending grows, but 'soft drivers' can make consumers hesitate.
Beijing Jinghe Cultural and Tourism Development Research Institute released the China Cultural Industry and Tourism Annual Research Report (2025). The report indicates that in 2025, the industry progressed steadily, continuing recovery, with strong momentum in new business forms and digital transformation. Cultural tourism consumption became a key engine for domestic demand recovery. The report also proposes ten development trends for the 15th Five-Year Plan period, including digitalization of industry logic and market segmentation.