Russia and China announce visa-free travel for citizens, boosting tourism and business between Moscow, Beijing, St. Petersburg, and Shanghai.

SkyBeach Resort has made a strategic move by appointing JoAnna Halpin as Director of Sales. The newly renovated beachfront property in St. Petersburg, Florida, is counting on Halpin’s two decades of experience to position itself as a premier hospitality hub. With this leadership, SkyBeach is set to attract high-value events and redefine luxury coastal getaways in the US Southeast.

In 2024, Russia observed a remarkable 570% increase in Saudi tourists, driven by the introduction of the e-visa system, enhancing travel convenience and boosting tourism from the Kingdom.

Pinellas County’s tourism sector rebounds post-hurricanes, with $8.29 million in tax revenue. More hotel rooms reopening by summer to sustain growth.

Pinellas County tourism tax revenue hits $8.29 million in January 2025, surpassing expectations post-hurricanes. The region’s resilience continues as more rooms reopen.