Uber Launches Drift Experience for Travelers in Tokyo
Uber is launching Uber Drift in Tokyo, a limited travel experience that lets visitors ride shotgun with professional drivers at Japan’s Mobara Twin Circuit.
Tokyo
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.
The 10 Best Food Cities in the World to Visit in 2026
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 Sets Overtourism Control Target for 100 Areas by 2030
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 Partners with Yotel to Expand Lifestyle Hotel Portfolio
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Eleanor Price
• 2 mins read
Hilton signs a franchise deal with Yotel, bringing the tech-driven brand into its new Select platform while preserving its independent identity.
European Airlines Expand Direct Flights as Middle East Routes Disrupt Travel
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Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
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 Start Early
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Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
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.
Gen Z Travel Trends 2026: Experiences, Direct Bookings and Digital Planning
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Christopher Lane
• 4 mins read
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 Expands Into Japan With Tokyu Hotels Partnership
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Eleanor Price
• 4 mins read
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 Prepare to Launch Electric Air Taxis in Dubai
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Thomas Grant
• 4 mins read
Uber and Joby Aviation plan to launch electric air taxi services in Dubai, allowing riders to book flights directly through the Uber app.
PokePark Kanto Officially Opens as the World’s First Outdoor Pokemon Theme Park
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Victoria Hayes
• 2 mins read
PokéPark Kanto has officially opened near Tokyo, becoming the world’s first outdoor Pokémon theme park and marking a milestone year for the franchise.