Azerbaijan will open a permanent tourism office in China in 2026, aiming to deepen market engagement, expand cultural exchange, and significantly grow Chinese visitor arrivals.
Dubai’s ambitious World Islands project, once left abandoned after the 2008 financial crash, is finally welcoming tourists with new luxury resorts and revived developments.
Storm Claudia, named in Spain, is heading for parts of England and Wales with heavy rain, flooding risk and travel disruptions just ahead of holiday journeys. Travelers advised to check plans and allow extra time.
A major Pokemon leak hints at the franchise’s long-term gaming roadmap, while Tokyo prepares to open the world’s first permanent Pokémon theme park in 2026.
Amid the US government shutdown, flight disruptions are pushing millions of Americans to switch to trains, buses, and car rentals ahead of Thanksgiving.
Singapore will introduce a new green fuel levy of up to US$32 for travelers departing Changi Airport, marking a major step in its sustainable aviation strategy.
TTC Tour Brands has relaunched its global Tour Week program, sending travel advisors worldwide to experience guided trips with Trafalgar, Insight Vacations, Contiki, and more.
New Orleans has been officially named a UNESCO Creative City of Music, celebrating its global musical influence and unlocking new international opportunities for its artists and creative economy.
Sandals Resorts International will reopen five Jamaica properties on December 6 following Hurricane Melissa, with full islandwide tourism recovery expected by mid-December.
After two decades of anticipation, Egypt unveils the Grand Egyptian Museum near the Pyramids of Giza – the world’s largest archaeological complex dedicated to a single civilization.
Cyprus recorded a 16% surge in tourism revenue in 2025, driven by rising visitor spending, strong hotel occupancy, and sustained international arrivals across the island.
Sweden joins Norway, Finland, Iceland, the U.S., Canada, and Greenland in a joint initiative to promote sustainable Northern Lights tourism across the Arctic region.
Australia joins nations such as the U.S., Japan, Italy, France, and Vietnam in leading a new era of eco-friendly travel, with Hobart recognized among the world’s most sustainable destinations.
Hurricane Melissa left at least 49 dead across the northern Caribbean and billions in damage. As search-and-rescue efforts intensify, airlines, cruise lines, and hotels mobilize aid while cautiously restoring operations.
Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm of 2025, has caused widespread destruction across Jamaica and Cuba, grounding flights, shutting ports, and displacing hundreds of thousands.