In 2026, Barcelona enters a defining chapter shaped by architecture, global events, and large-scale urban projects that place culture and city life at the center of its international identity.
TSA reports strong early results from the rollout of ConfirmID, a paid identity verification option for travelers without REAL ID, as airport compliance rates rise nationwide.
Steppes Travel has launched an 11-day Innovation Tourism journey through China, offering behind-the-scenes access to the country’s leading technology hubs and design centers.
Japan’s battle with overtourism has reached a new turning point as Fujiyoshida cancels its famous Mount Fuji cherry blossom festival amid mounting pressure from record visitor numbers.
The European Union is allowing Schengen countries to apply flexibility in the rollout of the Entry-Exit System, aiming to reduce border congestion during the busy summer travel season.
EF Ultimate Break has introduced a new College Break collection aimed at travelers aged 18 to 24, offering affordable, immersive group trips designed specifically for Gen Z students.
While the Carnival of Venice draws global fame, the Viareggio Carnival in Tuscany delivers an equally powerful spectacle, defined by monumental allegorical floats, sharp satire, and a deep-rooted popular tradition.
Rome has introduced a €2 entry fee for visitors approaching the Trevi Fountain during peak hours, aiming to reduce crowds and fund preservation of one of the city’s most visited landmarks.
China’s annual Spring Festival travel rush is underway, with record passenger volumes, longer holidays, and smart airport technology reshaping the world’s largest human migration.
China has confirmed 30-day visa-free entry for British citizens, a move expected to accelerate travel demand, airline capacity growth, and renewed business ties between the two countries.
Uganda-based travel tech company Tripesa has launched Roamio, an AI-powered travel marketplace designed to connect travelers directly with vetted local operators across Africa.
Winter Storm Gianna is causing widespread flight cancellations, delays, and itinerary changes as a powerful storm system disrupts air, cruise, and rail travel along the U.S. East Coast.
Czech-based online travel agency Kiwi has announced a new round of layoffs affecting around 250 employees as it continues to restructure its business after several challenging years.
Vietnam recorded one of the world’s strongest tourism rebounds in 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels as cities like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hoi An drove a surge in international arrivals.
After more than a century of construction, Barcelona’s Sagrada Família enters its final symbolic phase as the monumental cross atop the Tower of Jesus Christ is assembled.