travel trends

Vietnam's tourism outlook is exceptionally strong for 2026, targeting 25 million international visitors and VND 1.125 quadrillion in revenue.

Philipsburg, Bridgetown, Nassau, and other Caribbean destinations are expanding tourism-related visitor levies and accommodation taxes in 2026.

Greece has introduced a national spatial planning framework (SPTF-T) to regulate tourism growth, protect islands, and encourage sustainable investments.

Chinese arrivals in Türkiye surged by 28.05% in the first half of 2026, driven by new visa exemptions and China-friendly airport upgrades.

Township tourism in Cape Town, Durban, and Johannesburg is growing, shifting travel focus toward community-led cultural heritage experiences.

Jade Mountain and Anse Chastanet shine in the Top 100 Luxury Hotels as Saint Lucia records over 1.13 million total visitor arrivals.

San Diego is capturing global traveler attention by delivering a balanced California experience of beaches, history, mountains, and desert.

Surfing, golfing, and boating are fueling an activity holiday boom in the US, with North Carolina recording over $37.2 billion in visitor spending.

Diverse culinary experiences across cities like New Orleans and New York are accelerating US tourism output, driving trillions in revenue.

European airlines recorded robust passenger growth in July 2026, with Ryanair carrying 22.2 million and Turkish Airlines reaching 9.5 million.

Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, is driving regional road tourism through its free-admission model and classic wooden coasters.

The Alan Manchester appoints industry veteran Claire McGinnis as General Manager to oversee a 70-bedroom refurbishment and new strategic cultural partnerships in 2026.