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Why Denver’s Tourism Numbers Matter for Souvenir Retailers

Key Takeaways: Denver welcomed a record 37.6 million visitors in 2025, generating $10.5 billion in visitor spending —…

June 11
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The Rise of Wearable Souvenirs in Modern Travel

Key Takeaways: Wearable souvenirs, including hats, scarves and totes, outperform novelty items in repeat wear because they blend…

June 11
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Summer Travelers Are Spending More but Traveling Smarter

Key Takeaways: U.S. summer travel demand is at a six-year low, but those who do travel are spending…

June 11

What’s Hot in U.S. Tourism + Retail — October 2025

Welcome to the October 2025 IGES newsletter. This month we bring new data on domestic travel growth, wellness‑led…

September 30
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5 Ways Cultural Attractions Can Increase Their Revenue in 2025

A comprehensive look at five ways museums, zoos, aquariums, cultural, attractions, and national parks can generate new revenue…

August 21

Turning Wellness Experiences Into Revenue: A Retail Strategy For Hotels

Earlier this week, our team wrote about how wellness-focused tourism is driving American travelers to destinations within the…

August 11
Comprehensive study of wellness travel and tourism trends for U.S. resorts in 2026

Why 2026 Is the Pivotal Year for U.S. Wellness Tourism

We’ve been following the rise of wellness tourism for several years, and if you’re running a major destination…

August 7
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Fall/Winter Travel 2025: The Experiences and Destinations Travelers Want

Americans are just traveling more than ever—they’re getting smarter about it. In fact, more than 119 million Americans…

August 4

August Edition: What’s Hot in Retail Tourism

Welcome to the August 2025 IGES newsletter. This month, we spotlight positive domestic travel highlights, fresh merchandising strategies,…

July 31