Maria G Tuttocuore
@mariatuttocuore.bsky.social
Destination marketer, entrepreneur, CEO @UnicaJourneys, sustainable travel, tennis fan, amateur cyclist 🏳️🌈
Europe’s tourism sector delivered a strong summer season in 2025, with rising arrivals, robust traveller spending and growing use of AI tools, despite higher costs, heatwaves and shifting consumer habits. www.traveldailynews.com/statistics-t...
Europe’s tourism shows resilience amid higher costs and shifting travel trends
Europe’s tourism shows resilience in 2025, with rising arrivals, stronger spending, evolving traveller behaviour and growing AI adoption, according to the European Travel Commission’s Q3 report.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Europe’s tourism sector delivered a strong summer season in 2025, with rising arrivals, robust traveller spending and growing use of AI tools, despite higher costs, heatwaves and shifting consumer habits. www.traveldailynews.com/statistics-t...
Finally good news in travel for the holidays www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/vi...
Several major airlines expect smooth Thanksgiving travel
Many Americans are gearing up to travel for the holidays, and there are plenty of questions on how long shutdown impacts will be felt in the skies.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Finally good news in travel for the holidays www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/vi...
The drop has been reflected in air and car travel, according to Canadian statistics. Tensions over tariffs placed by the Trump administration spurred calls for Canadians to spend their money at home.
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Canadian Travel to the U.S. Declines for 10th Straight Month
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November 13, 2025 at 5:28 PM
The drop has been reflected in air and car travel, according to Canadian statistics. Tensions over tariffs placed by the Trump administration spurred calls for Canadians to spend their money at home.
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5 Habits Ryan Leak Says Will Separate Good Travel Advisors From Great Ones www.luxurytravelreport.com/compass/arti...
5 Habits Ryan Leak Says Will Separate Good Travel Advisors From Great Ones
<p>From intentional service to real mentorship, Leak’s strongest ideas translate directly to agency leadership.</p>
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November 13, 2025 at 5:24 PM
5 Habits Ryan Leak Says Will Separate Good Travel Advisors From Great Ones www.luxurytravelreport.com/compass/arti...
Next trends in tourism according to Chris Sanderson of The Future Laboratory www.traveldailynews.com/meetings-eve...
The tech watch: 10 technologies reshaping tourism by 2040
The tech watch: 10 technologies reshaping tourism reveals how innovation will redefine global travel by 2040, from AI assistants to sustainable aviation.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Next trends in tourism according to Chris Sanderson of The Future Laboratory www.traveldailynews.com/meetings-eve...
Travel industry nonprofits are becoming more essential as operators respond to foreign aid cuts, climate pressures and the demand for meaningful, responsible travel. www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/...
Tourism-funded philanthropy is more important than ever
Tour operators' nonprofits are stepping up during a time when foreign aid has been cut.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Travel industry nonprofits are becoming more essential as operators respond to foreign aid cuts, climate pressures and the demand for meaningful, responsible travel. www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/...
UN Tourism concluded its largest-ever General Assembly in Riyadh, confirming new leadership and unveiling a bold roadmap that places Artificial Intelligence and digital innovation at the heart of the sector’s transformation. www.traveldailynews.com/meetings-eve...
UN Tourism sets AI agenda for global tourism as General Assembly concludes in Riyadh
UN Tourism in Riyadh sets Artificial Intelligence and innovation agenda, confirms new leadership, and adopts the Riyadh Declaration on the Future of Tourism.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:27 PM
UN Tourism concluded its largest-ever General Assembly in Riyadh, confirming new leadership and unveiling a bold roadmap that places Artificial Intelligence and digital innovation at the heart of the sector’s transformation. www.traveldailynews.com/meetings-eve...
While advisors focus on better understanding and fulfilling the travel desires of their clients, they should also turn an eye to priming themselves for a more profitable and purposeful year ahead. www.travelmarketreport.com/news/article...
Future Ready: What Travel Advisors Need to Know & Do for Success in 2026
As we get ready to move into 2026, the role of travel advisors in the travel planning process is more vital than ever.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:29 PM
While advisors focus on better understanding and fulfilling the travel desires of their clients, they should also turn an eye to priming themselves for a more profitable and purposeful year ahead. www.travelmarketreport.com/news/article...
Three powerful forces—smarter technology, personalization and wellness and the growing influence of local events—are reshaping how hotels operate and connect with guests. www.phocuswire.com/amadeus-hosp...
What’s next for hospitality? 3 game-changing trends for 2026
Three powerful forces—smarter technology, personalization and wellness and the growing influence of local events—are reshaping how hotels operate and connect with guests, and the implications should b...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Three powerful forces—smarter technology, personalization and wellness and the growing influence of local events—are reshaping how hotels operate and connect with guests. www.phocuswire.com/amadeus-hosp...
As the United States government gets closer to ending the record-breaking shutdown, air travel across some of the busiest airports in America is still being heavily impacted, causing major delays and cancellations. www.travelpulse.com/news/impacti...
Thousands of Flights Canceled, Delayed as Government Gets Closer to Ending Shutdown
The US government shutdown is heavily impacting air travel, causing thousands of flight cancellations and delays due to air traffic control staffing shortages.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:04 PM
As the United States government gets closer to ending the record-breaking shutdown, air travel across some of the busiest airports in America is still being heavily impacted, causing major delays and cancellations. www.travelpulse.com/news/impacti...
Some U.S. companies say the decline in international visitors was hard to ignore in the third quarter. Recovery may hinge on the success of 2026 events skift.com/2025/11/07/t...
U.S. Travel Companies Hit by Fewer International Visitors. Here’s What CEOs Say.
Travel industry executives discussed the decline in international visitation to the U.S. in recent earnings calls. Here's what we learned.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Some U.S. companies say the decline in international visitors was hard to ignore in the third quarter. Recovery may hinge on the success of 2026 events skift.com/2025/11/07/t...
Expedia’s travel agency business achieved a 26% rise in Q3 reservations compared to 2024, marking 17 consecutive quarters of double-digit growth s202.q4cdn.com/757635260/fi...
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November 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Expedia’s travel agency business achieved a 26% rise in Q3 reservations compared to 2024, marking 17 consecutive quarters of double-digit growth s202.q4cdn.com/757635260/fi...
European business travel spending is projected to grow 8.2% in 2026, reaching €389.9 billion, and continue rising to €441.6 billion by 2028 gbta.org/european-bus...
November 10, 2025 at 3:04 PM
European business travel spending is projected to grow 8.2% in 2026, reaching €389.9 billion, and continue rising to €441.6 billion by 2028 gbta.org/european-bus...
The AI in tourism market is projected to grow from US$3.37 billion in 2024 to US$13.87 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.7%. www.burdaluxury.com/insights/lux...
November 7, 2025 at 7:04 PM
The AI in tourism market is projected to grow from US$3.37 billion in 2024 to US$13.87 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.7%. www.burdaluxury.com/insights/lux...
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7 Tips for Surviving the FAA Flight Reduction Crisis—Including One You'll Wish You'd Thought Of Yourself
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7 Tips for Surviving the FAA Flight Reduction Crisis—Including One…
The snowballing U.S. government shutdown is forcing massive flight cancellations. Here's our guide to getting where you need to fly during the meltdown.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:50 PM
7 Tips for Surviving the FAA Flight Reduction Crisis—Including One You'll Wish You'd Thought Of Yourself
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I think that fashion and tourism can really form a powerful binomen—each enriching the other in meaningful ways and fostering a sense of belonging in the community #UNWTO #tourism #fashion www.traveldailynews.com/organization...
UN Tourism and USI highlight role of fashion in cultural tourism development
UN Tourism and USI strengthen collaboration between fashion and tourism to boost cultural tourism and innovation.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:25 PM
I think that fashion and tourism can really form a powerful binomen—each enriching the other in meaningful ways and fostering a sense of belonging in the community #UNWTO #tourism #fashion www.traveldailynews.com/organization...
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Exclusive: Hundreds of travel businesses, including casinos, hotels and convention bureaus, are asking Congress to end the shutdown, citing worries about the holiday travel season.
Travel Industry Sounds Alarm Over Government Shutdown
Hundreds of travel businesses, including casinos, hotels and convention bureaus, are asking Congress to end the shutdown, citing worries about the holiday travel season.
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November 3, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Exclusive: Hundreds of travel businesses, including casinos, hotels and convention bureaus, are asking Congress to end the shutdown, citing worries about the holiday travel season.
Shutdown threatens Thanksgiving travel, U.S. Travel warns www.axios.com/2025/11/03/g... #travel
Thanksgiving travel at risk if shutdown drags on, U.S. Travel Association warns
U.S. Travel warns the government shutdown could cause Thanksgiving travel delays, cancellations and major airport disruptions.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Shutdown threatens Thanksgiving travel, U.S. Travel warns www.axios.com/2025/11/03/g... #travel
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Holiday Airfares are Significantly Lower this Year.
Just How Much Lower?
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Just How Much Lower?
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Holiday Airfares are Significantly Lower this Year. Just How Low?
More airline seats are going unfilled this holiday season, says one big airfare seller, which reports some surprisingly good prices.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Holiday Airfares are Significantly Lower this Year.
Just How Much Lower?
www.frommers.com/tips/airfare...
Just How Much Lower?
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September air travel stats from Statistics Canada confirm the trend is holding strong: Canadians are favouring domestic travel over the US, and the shift shows no signs of letting up openjaw.com/newsroom/tou...
Eighth Consecutive Month of Declining Travel to US
September air travel stats show Canadians are still choosing domestic travel over the US, with domestic flights up 10.2% and transborder trips continuing an eight-month decline.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
September air travel stats from Statistics Canada confirm the trend is holding strong: Canadians are favouring domestic travel over the US, and the shift shows no signs of letting up openjaw.com/newsroom/tou...
Travel delays rise because of the government shutdown
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Flight Delays Surge as Staffing Shortages Hit Half of Busiest U.S. Airports Amid Shutdown
Air traffic controller absences due to the shutdown are causing hundreds of flight delays at the nation’s busiest airports.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Travel delays rise because of the government shutdown
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Amy Sherald: “I do not think there is anyone more patriotic than a black person”
November 3, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Amy Sherald: “I do not think there is anyone more patriotic than a black person”
As the government shutdown heads into a second month, an antsy travel sector warned that cracks in the industry were starting to show www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/...
Travel industry sees weakness amid prolonged government shutdown
As the government shutdown heads into a second month, an antsy travel sector warned that cracks in the industry were starting to show.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:50 PM
As the government shutdown heads into a second month, an antsy travel sector warned that cracks in the industry were starting to show www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/...
Why AI won’t replace travel advisors, it will make them essential according to TravelJoy founder. “We like to say it’s not advisor versus AI, it’s going to be advisors who are empowered by AI versus those who aren’t,” Esho said. Read more👇 www.travelmarketreport.com/training-res...
TravelJoy Founder: Why AI Won’t Replace Travel Advisors, It Will Make Them Essential
Is AI a threat or a superhero suit?
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October 31, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Why AI won’t replace travel advisors, it will make them essential according to TravelJoy founder. “We like to say it’s not advisor versus AI, it’s going to be advisors who are empowered by AI versus those who aren’t,” Esho said. Read more👇 www.travelmarketreport.com/training-res...