Economy

Analytical articles that explain how tourism and development shape destinations. Here you’ll find reporting on mega projects, jobs, local industries, sports, and the broader economic role of travel in city and regional growth.

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Two travelers book a city tour on GetYourGuide app at a golden-hour rooftop café with a softly blurred European skyline in the background.

The Business Model Behind GetYourGuide Explained

Discover how GetYourGuide earns revenue through commissions, partnerships, and traveler trust while supporting local tour operators.

Oct 17, 2025

Multicultural team reviews maps and photos in a sun-lit travel office

The $300 Billion Travel Sector GetYourGuide Is Quietly Dominating

The world’s most fragmented tourism sector is going digital and GetYourGuide is at the center, connecting millions of travelers to local guides and adventures.

Oct 16, 2025

Berlin startup team collaborates around a table with maps and laptops, sunlight streaming through large studio windows.

How GetYourGuide Grew From a Student Project Into a Global Travel Powerhouse

A student lost in Beijing inspired one of the world’s biggest travel platforms. Here’s how GetYourGuide became a global marketplace for unforgettable experiences.

Oct 15, 2025

Aerial view of PortMiami with five cruise ships docked, modern terminals, and Miami skyline in background

Miami Cruise Tourism: How the “Cruise Capital of the World” Drives Growth

PortMiami welcomed a record 8.23M cruise passengers in 2024, reinforcing Miami’s status as the “Cruise Capital of the World.”

Oct 7, 2025

Young professional with laptop bag in Wynwood Miami, passing murals and outdoor workers with laptops

How Miami Became “Wall Street South” and a Rising Tech Magnet

Brickell’s rise, soaring VC funding, and Apple’s new campus highlight Miami’s evolution into a serious tech and finance contender.

Oct 6, 2025

Tourists crowd Ocean Drive in Miami Beach with busy cafés, palm trees, and Art Deco hotels

Miami’s Tourism Boom: Jobs, Cruises, and Small Business Growth

Miami’s visitor economy now makes up 9% of county GDP proving tourism is more than industry, it’s identity.

Oct 1, 2025

Mega Projects and the Future of Las Vegas Development

Billion-dollar developments and futuristic transit systems are positioning Las Vegas as a global hub beyond gaming and entertainment.

Sep 28, 2025

How Sports Changed the Las Vegas Economy

Las Vegas has transformed from a gambling-driven economy into a sports powerhouse, with new teams and mega-events generating billions in tourism and reshaping the city’s financial playbook.

Sep 27, 2025

The Tourism Economy of Las Vegas

Las Vegas relies on tourism more than almost any other U.S. city, with visitor spending, jobs, and tax revenue forming the backbone of Nevada’s economy.

Sep 26, 2025