Tokyo dazzles with its skyline, Michelin-star restaurants, and hidden alleys of izakayas — a city where tradition and hyper-modern life coexist at full speed.
Food & Wine’s 2026 Global Tastemakers ranking highlights 10 cities where cuisine shapes the travel experience as strongly as landmarks or hotels. From Hong Kong and Tokyo to Paris and Istanbul, these are the cities setting the pace for food-led travel this year.
Japan has approved a new tourism plan that expands overtourism controls while keeping aggressive visitor and spending targets in place through 2030. The policy signals a shift from simple volume growth toward tighter management of crowding, local disruption, and regional distribution.
Hilton signs a franchise deal with Yotel, bringing the tech-driven brand into its new Select platform while preserving its independent identity.
European airlines are adding direct long-haul flights to Asia and Africa as travelers avoid Middle Eastern hubs amid ongoing conflict.
Japan’s 2026 cherry blossom season is expected to begin earlier than usual, with first blooms forecast in mid-March in parts of western and central Japan. Warmer late-winter temperatures are likely to push the sakura front northward through April.
A new report reveals how Gen Z is reshaping travel in 2026, prioritizing experiences, direct bookings and digital tools over traditional travel habits.
Global Hotel Alliance is expanding in Japan through a new partnership with Tokyu Hotels & Resorts, adding more than 40 properties to the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty platform.
Uber and Joby Aviation plan to launch electric air taxi services in Dubai, allowing riders to book flights directly through the Uber app.
PokéPark Kanto has officially opened near Tokyo, becoming the world’s first outdoor Pokémon theme park and marking a milestone year for the franchise.
EF Ultimate Break has introduced a new College Break collection aimed at travelers aged 18 to 24, offering affordable, immersive group trips designed specifically for Gen Z students.