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Costa Rica has firmly established itself as one of the world’s leading destinations for nature lovers and adventure travelers, combining breathtaking landscapes with a strong commitment to sustainability. Known for its remarkable biodiversity, lush rainforests, volcanoes, and pristine coastlines, the Central American country continues to attract visitors seeking meaningful and environmentally conscious travel experiences. With its unique blend of adventure, culture, and sustainability, Costa Rica stands out as a year-round destination offering authentic experiences without the challenges of overtourism. In 2025, Costa Rica welcomed 2.69 million international visitors arriving by air, with top European arrivals from Germany (71,805), France (65,692), the United Kingdom (63,471), Spain (53,251), the Netherlands (31,697) and Switzerland (20,924). Expectations for 2026 remain high as more travelers...

The latest findings from the World Travel Monitor by IPK International confirm the continued upward trend of recent years, with growth rates returning to single digits. International tourism is steadily approaching pre-pandemic levels once again. Stable demand from Europe – differing trends in the Americas In 2025, international travel showed clear regional differences. European outbound travel increased by 4%, matching the global average. In contrast, North America recorded a slight decline, with outbound travel down 1% year over year. Despite...

Siradej Donavanik, Vice President Operations and Development, Dusit International talks with TravelMole about the integration of the prestigious historical The Strand Yangon in Myanmar as well as global expansion perspectives for Dusit International.  Dusit has recently taken over the management of The Strand Yangon. What are your first priorities for such a historic property? Siradej Donavanik - For a property with such cultural and historical importance, we don’t see ourselves as just taking over the hotel. In contrary, we see...

At ITB Berlin this year, Exely is showcasing its AI-powered solutions, a set of AI tools designed to help hotels grow direct bookings through smarter content, a better guest experience, and data-driven decisions. AI is one of the strongest trends in the hospitality industry today.

While many AI tools focus on automatic routine tasks, Exely’s approach is different. Many hotels have already automated a large part of their daily operations, the next step is improving how they sell online and...