Starting March 2026, Kyoto will implement Japan’s highest-ever hotel tax to combat overtourism and protect the city’s cultural heritage.
Tenerife has introduced a new eco-tax as record-breaking tourism numbers put growing pressure on the Canary Islands’ environment and local communities.
The U.S. Travel Association’s latest forecast shows steady travel growth in 2025 but warns of potential risks to the economy and job market.
A looming U.S. government shutdown has put air travel, national parks, and the broader tourism industry on alert. With key agencies facing furloughs, travelers and operators alike are preparing for widespread disruptions and uncertainty.
Oregon has officially become the first U.S. state to earn accessibility-verified status, setting a new benchmark for inclusive travel and tourism.
World Tourism Day 2025 highlights sustainable travel and cultural exchange – bringing people together, nurturing destinations, and spotlighting travel’s positive impact globally.
Up Norway debuts a seven-day Arctic expedition exclusively for women, limited to just eight participants, offering immersive polar experiences and shared camaraderie.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines announces a US$20 million investment to revitalize tourist sites and enhance visitor experience, aiming to boost stays and benefit local communities.
Air New Zealand launches a sweepstakes offering a premium trip for two to Hobbiton and Auckland, including roundtrip flights and behind-the-scenes access, aiming to inspire travel to Middle-Earth.
Las Vegas is holding its inaugural city-wide ‘Fabulous 5-Day Sale’ from September 22-26, offering steep discounts on hotels, food, shows, and more to reignite tourism after a slow summer.
Venice will reimpose its daytripper fee in 2026 on selected Fridays to Sundays during April through July, extending the number of fee-days and reinforcing measures to manage overtourism.
In 2025, Thailand is facing a steep drop in foreign visitor numbers. The government has launched emergency schemes including free domestic flights, tourist vouchers, off-season campaigns, and more to restore tourism momentum.
Visit Florida partners with Margaritaville and Grammy-winner Mac McAnally in the new ‘Live More Floridays’ campaign, inviting visitors to rediscover the state’s hidden gems and slow-travel experiences.
Spain has withdrawn 53,000 illegal tourist flats from official registers as part of a crackdown aimed at reducing overtourism and strengthening the permanent rental market in cities and tourist regions.
Vietnam will require electronic IDs and biometric check-in at most airports from December 1, 2025, making air travel more seamless and less dependent on staffed counters for most travellers.