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Global Tourism Faces a New Reality as Diplomatic Strains Social Sentiment and National Identity Influence Where Travellers Feel Truly Welcome
Global Tourism Faces a New Reality as Diplomatic Strains Social Sentiment and National Identity Influence Where Travellers Feel Truly Welcome Global tourism is entering a more complicated phase as diplomatic strains, rising social sentiment, and heightened awareness of national identity begin influencing where travellers choose to go. While borders remain open and flights continue operating, booking decisions are increasingly shaped by perception rather than policy, with many visitors prioritizing destinations where they feel socially comfortable and genuinely welcomed over those simply offering attractions or affordability. That reality has not vanished. Popular destinations...