tourism news

US tourism to South America reaches historic highs in 2026, driven by expanded aviation networks, favorable exchange rates, and a strategic shift in North American travel preferences toward Southern Hemisphere hubs.

British Airways will launch direct twice-weekly flights from London Heathrow to Fuerteventura starting December 13, 2026.

Australia reports strong tourism recovery, with international traveler confidence rising to 66% and Tropical North Queensland recording $1.3 billion in visitor spending.

Australia's international visitor count reached 9.2 million in May 2026, driven by a record $1.3 billion tourism expenditure in Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.

Australia's Islamic economy approaches a record $9 billion, with halal tourism spending projected to reach $1.7 billion by 2028 under an 8.7% annual growth rate.

The Arkansas Renaissance Festival returns to Mount Vernon, hosting six themed weekends in the permanent Dragonstone Springs village.

Argentina reports a historic surge in inbound tourism for 2026, welcoming 3.6 million foreign visitors by July, fueled by Open Skies policies and high-volume traffic from São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Santiago.