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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 11The 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 11Summer 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 11What’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 305 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 21Turning 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 11Why 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 7Fall/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 4August 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,…
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