Gen Z Travel Trends 2026: Experiences, Direct Bookings and Digital Planning
A new report reveals how Gen Z is reshaping travel in 2026, prioritizing experiences, direct bookings and digital tools over traditional travel habits.
A new report reveals how Gen Z is reshaping travel in 2026, prioritizing experiences, direct bookings and digital tools over traditional travel habits.
A new global ranking highlights the best cities to raise a family, with Brisbane taking the top spot thanks to safety, green spaces and quality of life.
The escalating Iran conflict could cost the Middle East tourism industry up to $56 billion and reduce visitor arrivals by tens of millions in 2026.
Emirates has suspended all scheduled flights to and from Dubai through March 7, operating only limited repatriation services amid regional airspace closures.
Iran’s missile and drone strikes have shaken Dubai and Abu Dhabi, raising questions about the UAE’s long-standing reputation as a stable financial and lifestyle safe haven.
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans to leave more than a dozen Middle East countries using available commercial options, citing “serious safety risks” as the Iran conflict expands and travel disruption deepens.
Major Gulf hubs including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha remain shut as the Iran conflict disrupts global air travel, sending airline stocks lower and stranding hundreds of thousands of passengers.
More than 2,400 flights were canceled across the Middle East after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, forcing major airlines to suspend routes and close key airspace corridors.
Uber and Joby Aviation plan to launch electric air taxi services in Dubai, allowing riders to book flights directly through the Uber app.
New data from Arival and Phocuswright shows the global travel experiences sector is set to reach $342 billion by 2029.
Spirit Airlines says it plans to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy by late spring or early summer after reaching a restructuring agreement with bondholders.
Authorities urge travelers in parts of Mexico to shelter in place after cartel violence disrupts flights and road access in key destinations.
A powerful winter storm has canceled thousands of flights and placed more than 20 million people at risk across the U.S. Northeast.
Booking Holdings reports strong 2025 results, with multi-vertical “connected trip” bookings surging and AI driving efficiency gains.
Airbnb rolls out its Reserve Now, Pay Later feature globally, allowing guests to secure eligible stays without paying at booking.