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Bulut Bağcı: "We Reaffirm Our Confidence in Brussels and Belgium"

Global Tourism Forum President and Visit Brussels Ambassador Bulut Bağcı attended an exclusive gathering at the Warwick Brussels Hotel, where he met with former Visit Brussels Ambassadors to exchange views on the city’s growing international profile, its role as a global hub for tourism and business events, and opportunities for future collaboration.

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Travel · Culture Heritage

Malaysia: Culture, Quality and Value

With Visit Malaysia 2026 approaching, the country is leveraging its multicultural heritage and cost advantages to attract European travellers seeking value without compromising on experience.

Botakoz Unbayeva

Travel · Culture Heritage

Kazakhstan: The World’s Most Underrated Travel Destination

When people, especially in Europe, think of great travel destinations, they often imagine France, Spain, Italy, Japan or Thailand. Rarely does Kazakhstan come to mind. Yet this vast Central Asian nation offers something increasingly difficult to find in modern tourism: authenticity. But for me, as a Belgian journalist, Kazakhstan is one of the most underrated travel destinations. It is so rich that, in one country, you can experience so many different things.

Derya Soysal

Travel · Travel Diplomacy

Can Tourism Save Europe’s Migration Crisis?

Africa’s tourism sector is expanding rapidly and could create jobs, attract investment, and support economic growth, potentially addressing some drivers of migration. However, experts argue tourism alone cannot reduce migration, as benefits are uneven, security risks remain high, and broader economic reforms are still essential.

Bulut Bagcı

Travel · Travel Diplomacy

Tourism House Brussels: A New Hub for Global Tourism

The World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI) has officially completed the first milestone of Tourism House Brussels, a landmark initiative designed to strengthen the relationship between the global tourism industry and the European institutional ecosystem.

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President João Lourenço’s speech during the Angola Invest Summit

LUANDA, ANGOLA — Under the high patronage of the President of the Republic, João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, Angola hosted the Angola Investment Summit from June 17 to 19, 2026. The summit was an initiative of the Ministry of Tourism, held in partnership with the Global Tourism Forum Institute (GTFI), based in Brussels and Dubai.

Derya Soysal

Travel · Adventure Nature

Lubango: Discovering Angola's Highland Jewel

Lubango, in southern Angola, is renowned for its cool climate, mountain landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. Landmarks such as the Tundavala Gap, Serra da Leba Pass, and Cristo Rei statue make it one of Angola’s most rewarding destinations for nature, adventure, and authentic travel experiences.

Faudel Taouli

Travel · Travel Diplomacy

Angola: Africa’s Next Tourism Giant

Angola is reducing its dependence on oil by positioning tourism as its new “green oil.” In 2025, tourist arrivals rose by 20–30%, generating $667 million in revenue. Visa-free entry, a new international airport, and major investments are helping make Angola Africa’s fastest-growing tourism destination.

Zhansaya Nurlanovna

Travel · Adventure Nature

Most Affordable Travel Destinations in 2026

Travel experts have identified the most affordable countries for tourism in 2026. Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and Central Asia continue to offer excellent value through low accommodation costs, affordable transportation, and diverse cultural experiences.

Zhansaya Nurlanovna

Travel · Adventure Nature

What Travelers Need to Know in 2026

Travelers in summer 2026 face new challenges ranging from extreme weather and changing entry regulations to cybersecurity threats. Experts recommend careful planning, monitoring official updates, securing personal data, and understanding local requirements to ensure safe and successful trips.

Zhansaya Nurlanovna

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Uzbekistan Expands Global Mobility Under 2030 Strategy

Uzbekistan’s 2030 Strategy aims to expand visa-free travel access for its citizens from 34 to 50 countries by 2030. The initiative also seeks to increase the number of countries with simplified visa procedures to 60 and modernize consular services through digital platforms. https://daryo.uz/en/2026/02/23/uzbekistan-plans-visa-free-travel-expansion-to-50-countries-by-2030/

Zulya Atabayeva

Travel · Culture Heritage

Jakarta Meets Brussels: A Night of Modern Indonesian Mastery at Batavia

For two exclusive evenings on May 13 and 14, Batavia restaurant hosted the “Semaja Takeover”, bringing together the modern culinary artistry of Chef Glenn Erari and Chef Agus Hermawan. Together, the chefs transformed a corner of Brussels into a sensory gateway to Jakarta. This was more than just a dinner - it was a masterclass in gastro-diplomacy, proving that one of the most powerful ways to understand a nation is through its flavors and spices.

Olha Horina

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