Popular U.S. Beaches Face Closures as Bacteria Alerts Spread
Beachgoers in several U.S. states are facing swimming advisories and closures after water tests found elevated bacteria levels during the summer season.
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Japan to Raise Tourist Visa Fees Fivefold From July
Japan will raise visa fees for foreign visitors for the first time since 1978, as the country adjusts charges amid inflation, yen weakness and record tourism…
Venice May Charge Day-Trippers Up to €50 to Enter the City
Venice is considering a major increase to its day-tripper entry fee, with officials weighing a sliding charge of up to €50 on the city’s busiest dates.
Spain Moves Closer to 100 Million Tourists After Strong Spring Rebound
Spain welcomed 26.5 million international visitors in the first four months of the year, keeping the country on track for another record tourism season.
Cyprus and Greece Lead Europe for Clean Swimming Water
Cyprus and Greece ranked among Europe’s top destinations for bathing water quality, reinforcing their appeal for summer beach travel.
Iceland Overtakes Switzerland as World’s Most Expensive Country
Iceland has overtaken Switzerland as the world’s most expensive country, with tourism, housing and high service costs adding pressure to everyday prices.
Portugal’s Monte Clérigo Named Europe’s Best Beach for 2026
Praia de Monte Clérigo in Portugal’s Algarve has been named Europe’s best beach for 2026, leading a ranking that also highlights Greece, Italy, Spain, Norway and…
Jamaica Plans $5 Billion Tourism Expansion as Visitor Demand Rebounds
Jamaica is moving ahead with new airline routes, a $5 billion hotel investment pipeline and stronger regional connectivity after a resilient start to 2026.
Spain Sets New Blue Flag Record With 794 Beaches, Marinas and Tourism Boats
Spain has received a record 794 Blue Flags for 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading destinations for clean, safe and well-managed beach…
Aman’s Sveti Stefan Resort in Montenegro to Reopen After Five-Year Closure
Aman Sveti Stefan is preparing to reopen in Montenegro after a long closure tied to a beach access dispute, restoring one of the Adriatic’s most recognizable…
Toyota’s Woven City in Japan Is Turning the Idea of a Smart City Into a Real Travel Curiosity
Toyota’s Woven City in Japan near Mount Fuji is emerging as one of the country’s most unusual new attractions, blending robotics, AI, and autonomous mobility into…
Valletta Named Europe’s Sunniest Capital in New Ranking
Valletta has taken the top spot in a new ranking of Europe’s sunniest capitals, underlining Malta’s strong appeal for travelers chasing warm weather and year-round brightness.