Glasgow has become the first Scottish city to approve a visitor levy, introducing a £5-per-night tourist tax from 2027 to support local infrastructure and public services.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s multi-day wedding in Venice has ignited fierce backlash over ongoing overtourism, with locals proclaiming “No Space for Bezos” amid fears the event underscores the city’s transformation into an elite playground.
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Frankfurt Airport will open Terminal 3 in 2026 with 64 new retail spaces featuring global brands like BOSS, Montblanc, and GateZero, redefining the travel shopping experience.
Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa will lead Accor’s luxury Emblems Collection when it joins as the flagship in Q4 2025, showcasing intimate elegance in England’s Wiltshire countryside.
The legendary Hôtel de Sers has reopened in the heart of Paris after an extensive renovation, blending Parisian heritage with contemporary elegance to appeal to modern luxury travellers.
Minor Hotels brings the NH Collection brand to two iconic Spanish destinations – Ibiza and Marbella – offering elevated stays for leisure and lifestyle-focused travellers.
Eurostar is set to launch new high-speed rail services linking the UK directly with key cities in Germany and Switzerland, offering travellers greener, faster options for European journeys.
Alaska Airlines is expanding its global footprint with nonstop flights from Seattle to Rome, marking its first transatlantic route and a major milestone in the airline’s growth strategy.
Starting in 2026, Norway will roll out a phased tourist tax aimed at managing visitor impact, supporting local communities, and preserving its natural landscapes amid record-breaking travel numbers.