The British Are Coming, and So Is Everyone Else for Summer of Megatourism
Take this as either an advertisement or as a warning: next summer will be like no other.
Booking Numbers Reflect Tepid Tourism Climate in Mass.
After a year-over-year decline in bookings six months into 2025, the industry is pointing to a sequence of major events across Massachusetts that could help boost the sector into recovery in 2026.
Logan Passenger Numbers Up, But Massport Bracing for Tariff Impact
Buoyed by busy air travel at Logan Airport, the Massachusetts Port Authority is expecting a “very good fiscal year” while bracing for potential turbulence in connection with tariff impacts on travel and cargo patterns, CEO Rich Davey said Thursday.
Air Travel Rebound Beating Massport’s Forecasts
Nearly 3.6 million passengers traveled through Logan Airport in April. That’s 9 percent more than was forecasted. And on a year-to-year basis, air travel is up 5 percent over what was expected
Beige Book Casts Bright Light on Mass. Tourism
A recent survey of banking and business contacts around New England found tourism to be a bright spot in the regional economy, one with a “very bullish” outlook for the remainder of 2024.
Climate Change Is Making It Harder to Chase Foliage
The economic impact of poor leaf peeping seasons could also be consequential. Officials throughout New England have said fall tourism brings billions of dollars into those states every year.
Massport Optimistic Despite ‘Softening’ Air Travel
Buoyed by a passenger surge in July, Massachusetts Port Authority officials are optimistic that the return of air travel through Logan International Airport is outpacing their earlier projections even as the Delta variant portends a forthcoming slowdown.
Lowell Called Out, But Look for Extra Innings
The Red Sox’s Christmas gift for the city of Lowell came early last month. Unfortunately, it was a lump of coal. The Sox ended a 26-year affiliation with the Lowell Spinners, hurting the city’s economy.
Cape Eyes “Second Summer” to Prolong Rebound
The Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce launched an effort this week promoting a “Second Summer” on Cape Cod, urging potential tourists and visitors to take advantage of mild water temperatures, freshly harvested produce and widely available attractions during the fall season.
A New Model for Marketing Massachusetts
A growing coalition of tourism officials is seeking to create a new dedicated source of revenues, and the power to spend them on ad campaigns and promotions.
Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod Funds Provincetown Monument Elevator
Visitors to the Provincetown Monument with mobility challenges may soon have an easier time visiting the Cape Cod landmark and its associated museum following a pledged $4.5 million donation from The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod.
Hotels, Retail and Tech Vulnerable to Coronavirus Impacts
Disruption to U.S. commercial real estate markets from the coronavirus outbreak will hit the hotel and retail industries hardest initially and cause supply chain disruptions that could affect the tech sector.
After Wayfair Win, Pittsfield Asks: What’s Next?
“It’s about a slow but steady transformation. It’s almost like a formula. Keep up with the current businesses you have. Promote the ‘cultural economy.’ Try to attract new businesses.”
Can Cape Cod’s Economy Rely on Tourism Forever?
Cape Cod’s character has long been dependent on the season. As the leaves change colors in October and November, bustling summer colonies quickly transform into sleepy New England towns.
Summer Nears, And Senators Say State Visitor Centers Snubbed
State senators last week touted myriad investments sprinkled throughout the state’s first $40 billion budget, but slammed the door on $200,000 for visitor centers, disappointing lawmakers whose districts are heavily dependent on tourists flowing in from other states.
