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By Fadya El Ghareeb Travel Correspondent As the world continues to recover from the pandemic, 2024 is shaping up to be a landmark year for global tourism. After years of restricted travel, wanderlust is at an all-time high, and travelers are eager to explore both iconic destinations and emerging hotspots.