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Saudi Arabia welcomed 115.9 million tourists in 2024, surpassing its Vision 2030 goal six years early. The kingdom is expanding its tourism infrastructure, including giga-projects and new airports, to attract more visitors and diversify its economy. Meanwhile, the Philippines and Egypt are also boosting tourism with new initiatives and investments.
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MrBeast's philanthropic organization, Beast Philanthropy, has announced a strategic partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation to engage youth and address global issues. They plan to visit Ghana early next year to learn from efforts against child labor in the cocoa industry, aiming to combine entertainment and results-oriented philanthropy.
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New research shows Miami, Las Vegas, and Seattle now attract more top Instagram influencers per capita than Los Angeles. The trend reflects creators' desire for lower costs, vibrant communities, and new opportunities outside traditional entertainment centers, with LA's dominance waning amid industry shifts.