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.
Tourism
TravelCapybara’s Tourism section takes you around the world with the latest updates, trends, and insights from the global tourism industry. From destination spotlights and seasonal travel guides to tourism board campaigns and cultural highlights, we connect you with the people, places, and experiences that make travel unforgettable. Whether you’re uncovering hidden gems or planning your next big adventure, this is your gateway to discovering the world’s most inspiring destinations.
Intrepid Launches Local Day Trips in Europe’s Busiest Cities
Intrepid Travel has launched new locally led day trips in Barcelona, Venice and Paris, designed to move visitors beyond overcrowded landmarks.
Emily in Paris Begins Final Season Filming in Greece
Netflix has begun production on the sixth and final season of Emily in Paris, with filming starting in Greece before moving to Monaco and Paris.
Sarajevo Named Europe’s Best-Value City Break for 2026
By
Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Sarajevo has been named Europe’s cheapest city break for 2026, as Eastern European destinations dominate the latest Post Office City Costs Barometer.
10 Travel Trends That Will Shape 2026
By
Andrew Collins
• 7 mins read
Travel in 2026 is being shaped by rising costs, climate concerns, major events and a stronger desire for flexible, meaningful trips.
Brand USA Plans Canada Campaign as Cross-Border Travel to the U.S. Struggles
By
Andrew Collins
• 4 mins read
Brand USA is preparing a targeted campaign to reconnect with Canadian travelers after a sharp decline in visits to the United States in 2025.
Jamaica Plans $5 Billion Tourism Expansion as Visitor Demand Rebounds
By
Andrew Collins
• 4 mins read
Jamaica is moving ahead with new airline routes, a $5 billion hotel investment pipeline and stronger regional connectivity after a resilient start to 2026.
Brand USA Launches Campaign to Rebuild Traveler Confidence on U.S. Entry Rules
By
Christopher Lane
• 4 mins read
Brand USA has launched a new campaign to clarify U.S. visa, entry and travel fee policies as international visitation remains under pressure.
Passengers Evacuated From Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship
By
Thomas Grant
• 2 mins read
By
Thomas Grant
• 2 mins read
Passengers from the MV Hondius began evacuating in Tenerife after a deadly hantavirus outbreak triggered a multinational repatriation effort. The incident has quickly become a test of how cruise operators and health authorities manage infectious disease events involving multiple jurisdictions.
Meliá Sees Spain and the Caribbean Gaining as Travelers Reroute Summer Trips
By
Eleanor Price
• 3 mins read
Meliá Hotels expects stronger summer demand in Spain and the Caribbean as travelers shift plans away from regions affected by Middle East instability.
Modi’s Call to Cut Foreign Travel Signals a New Energy Test for India’s Tourism Future
By
Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to work from home, use less fuel and limit foreign travel as the Iran war drives up energy costs and pressures India’s economy.
Saudi Arabia Reworks Vision 2030 as Tourism Megaprojects Face a Funding Reset
By
Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Saudi Arabia is reshaping its Vision 2030 strategy, cutting back state funding for some headline tourism megaprojects and shifting more attention toward AI, infrastructure, and projects with clearer near-term demand.
Emily in Paris Season 6 Turns Greece Into the Next Set-Jetting Hot Spot
By
Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
Emily in Paris is heading to Greece and Monaco for Season 6, giving Greece fresh tourism momentum as the Netflix hit expands beyond Paris and Rome.
G Adventures Expands National Geographic Signature Collection With 17 More Expert-Led Trips
By
Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
G Adventures is expanding its National Geographic Signature collection with 17 new itineraries, growing the higher-end small-group line to 49 trips as demand rises for more immersive, expert-led travel.
BTS’s Arirang Tour Is Turning Concert Demand Into a Global Hotel Story
By
Victoria Hayes
• 3 mins read
BTS’s comeback tour is already reshaping hotel demand across multiple continents, with some cities seeing extraordinary jumps in forward bookings. The pattern shows how large-scale music travel is increasingly influencing accommodation markets well beyond the biggest global capitals.