Japan will raise its departure tax, also known as the international tourist tax, to 3,000 yen (about US$19) per person in July, up from 1,000 yen (US$6.70) at present, for both foreign tourists and Japanese citizens. […]

A new study released by the U.S. Travel Association finds that visitors attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup are expected to stay longer and spend significantly more than typical international travelers, offering major economic potential […]

Emerald Cruises & Tours has announced the launch of Emerald Kaia after a successful transit through the Red Sea and Suez Canal. The next generation superyacht has cruised from Limassol, Cyprus on its inaugural voyage. The […]

On April 7, 2026, the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) and Visit Philadelphia hosted their joint 2026 Tourism Outlook event at the National Constitution Center. The event spotlighted what’s next for Philadelphia’s tourism and […]

Hong Kong can re-establish itself as a go-to destination for international travellers by investing in key source markets, new World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) research reveals. The WTTC report ‘Travel & Tourism in Hong […]

Malaysia Airlines is significantly expanding its East Asia footprint with the return of direct flights to Fukuoka, Japan, and the launch of new services to Shenzhen and Changsha, China. Commencing between July and September 2026, these […]

Flights across Italy are expected to face disruption on April 10 as air traffic controllers and aviation staff stage a coordinated strike affecting airports nationwide. The industrial action, involving personnel linked to ENAV and ground […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of voco Scenia Bay Nha Trang, marking the third property under the brand to open in Vietnam. Nestled in Nha Trang’s newly developed northern coastal precinct, voco Scenia Bay […]

The European Commission has opened applications for a new round of its DiscoverEU programme, offering 40,000 free rail passes to young people aged 18. The application window runs from 12:00 CET on 8 April 2026 […]

Southwest Airlines has begun service at Santa Rosa’s Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport and is pairing the launch with a new perk for wine travellers. Starting 24 April, the airline will allow customers to […]

Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has joined The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), becoming the first Anantara‑branded resort in Asia to be welcomed into the prestigious independent luxury hotel collection. Set on […]

Passengers travelling to and from Spain are beginning to feel the impact of reduced Ryanair flight availability, with fewer direct routes and altered schedules changing how journeys are planned. The cuts mean that trips which […]

From 15 April, passengers departing Singapore will be limited to two power banks per person on board flights, as announced by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS). Those carrying more than two power banks will […]

AI continues to dominate corporate travel with recent market research into the global corporate travel sector reporting that two thirds – 66 per cent – of corporates are planning to integrate a range of AI-driven booking, […]

Syria’s Ministry of Tourism has announced a landmark development partnership with private investor Ezdihar Holding to build a $250–300 million integrated tourism, residential, and commercial complex in Damascus. Named The Beaumont, the project will cover […]

Marriott International and the Leali family, founders of Lefay, have announced their plans to enter into a joint venture to bring the highly awarded luxury wellness hospitality brand Lefay into the Marriott portfolio. This collaboration […]

The rise of sports tourism in Germany Football is a drawcard for sports tourism, and Germany is one of Europe’s most powerful magnets. According to the German National Tourist Board, it received 57.4 million European […]

Singapore Airlines customers will be able to enjoy the thrill of the FIFA World Cup 2026 from 11 June to 19 July 2026, with the airline screening the matches live via Sport 24 on Kris […]

Russian citizens are continuing to travel visa-free to China under an ongoing trial scheme, while Saudi Arabia is set to introduce a reciprocal visa exemption agreement with Russia from May 11, 2026. The China policy […]

American Airlines is taking the excitement of the pitch to the skies. For the first time, the airline is debuting a special sports-themed aircraft livery — a bold nod to its role as the Official North […]

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The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) announced that the PATA Annual Summit 2027 will be hosted by the Sanya Tourism Board (STB) in Sanya, China, from May 17–19, 2027. PATA CEO Noor Ahmad Hamid said, […]

Air travel has become more efficient over the years, but for smokers and vapers, it still comes with a familiar set of frustrations. From the moment you arrive at the airport, restrictions start to shape […]

Fuel rationing is in effect at seven Italian airports and disruptions are spreading across the UK and Southeast Asia after Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz triggered a global jet fuel crisis, cutting off […]

Air traffic controllers at SAERCO-managed airport towers in Spain plan to begin an indefinite strike from 00:00 on April 17, unions have announced, raising the risk of disruption at 14 airports across the country. The […]

A small room on Turkey’s Aegean coast has become the world’s first library dedicated entirely to olive oil — and instead of reading, visitors taste. The Yücel Sönmez Olive Oil Library opened on March 29 […]

Working remotely from different countries sounds simple on paper. In reality, the financial side can get messy pretty quickly. Bank delays, unexpected fees, currency conversions that eat into earnings. It adds friction to something that […]

Italy has appointed Gianmarco Mazzi as its new Minister of Tourism, following a government reshuffle led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in April 2026. Mazzi replaces Daniela Santanchè, who resigned in March amid legal issues […]