tourism news

As geopolitical tensions rise in the Middle East, Kazakhstan is strategically positioning itself as a stable travel hub by launching its first-ever Thai travel guide.

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City just joined Rome and Tokyo on GuruWalk's 2026 list of the world's 100 most walkable cities. Here's what travelers need to know.

Tourism Malaysia Mumbai names Haryanty Abu Bakar as Director to drive market growth across India and the Maldives ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.

New analysis identifies which U.S. states face the greatest economic vulnerability as international visitor numbers decline. Tourism states most affected by shifting travel patterns reveal critical risks for 2026.

US Department of State launches expanded weekend passport acceptance fairs in 47 cities, reducing processing timelines for first-time applicants and families.

Greenland opens new airports at Qaqortoq and expanded Nuuk hub, enabling year-round US access to Arctic tourism with sustainable travel focus.

Fiji's new Tourism CEO Dr Paresh Pant targets Australia as key growth market in 2026 despite 987,000 record arrivals. Focus shifts to MICE and premium experiences to boost per-visitor spending.

AmaWaterways' AmaMelodia, designed by Colombian architect Camilo Restrepo, offers two distinct Magdalena River itineraries visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites Mompox and Palenque, plus La Mojana wetlands.

The highly anticipated Star Princess is set to completely redefine the 2026 Alaska cruise season with unprecedented glacier views and massive Sphere-class luxury.

Middle East airspace disruptions in 2026 are forcing airlines to reroute long-haul traffic through Southern Africa, positioning Zimbabwe as an emerging tourism gateway and creating unprecedented opportunities for hospitality expansion.

New York experienced a significant decline in international visitors throughout 2026, with state officials directly attributing the drop to U.S. tariff policies affecting travel decisions and economic sentiment.

Vietnam welcomes 2.5 million international visitors in January 2026, marking its highest monthly total ever. Chinese tourists drive the surge, accounting for nearly a quarter of arrivals as visa reforms boost growth across Southeast Asia's fastest-rising destination.