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Middle East tourism sector turns to ATM trade show as war cuts DXB traffic 31%

Middle East tourism is entering the final stretch of 2026 with a more cautious agenda than the one industry leaders

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UK travel agents face tougher liability as government scraps linked travel arrangements

The UK travel trade is heading towards a significant regulatory change next spring, with new Package Travel Regulations set to

Global

US tourism pivots to trade strategy as visa hurdles stall post-World Cup recovery

The FIFA World Cup gave the United States packed stadiums, bursts of hotel demand and global exposure few tourism

Global

Foreign tourists flock to UK royal sites as domestic monarchist support dips

Britain’s monarchy may inspire a more complicated debate at home, but overseas it remains one of the country’s most recognisable

Exclusives

India flight, hotel bookings surge amid record 2026 T20 schedule

India’s packed T20 cricket calendar is beginning to deliver business well beyond the stadium gates. Airlines, hotels, online travel

Consumer

Short-term rentals outpace traditional hotels as global conflicts disrupt travel itineraries

Short-term rentals are weathering geopolitical shocks, hotels and travel agents need to keep up. Airbnb’s latest earnings have put a

Exclusives

UK festival sales jump as flexible payment plans ease consumer cost strain

Britain’s music festival business is finding its feet again after several punishing years, with sold-out events, instalment plans and a

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Middle East tourism rebounds as airlines restore post-war flight schedules

The worst of the disruption triggered by the US-Iran war may be over for the travel industry, but few in

Sports Tourism

US travel earnings beat forecasts as World Cup buffers industry against geopolitical shocks

The FIFA World Cup left behind sold-out stadiums, bustling fan zones and record hotel room rates across the United States.

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World Cup ticket prices soar past $6,000 as FIFA introduces Super Bowl-style halftime show to woo casual travellers

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final demonstrated that football’s biggest event has become an equally powerful tourism, entertainment and

Europe

Tourists pivot to ecotourism as wildfires disrupt southern Europe

Europe’s summer has always been one of tourism’s biggest draws. From the lavender fields of Provence and the beaches of

Norway

Norway targets US travellers as Haaland’s World Cup run sparks tourism surge

Norway’s memorable run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup did more than deliver a sporting breakthrough. It gave the country

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Atlantic expands India network as premium outbound demand surges

India has emerged as one of the Virgin Atlantic ‘s fastest-growing global markets and plays a pivotal role in the

Asia | BY SCOTT SMITH

Free RTDA Courses Bring Responsible Tourism From Talk to Practice

There are moments when the tourism industry needs more than optimism. It needs practical support, useful conversations, and spaces where

Guest Column | BY SCOTT SMITH

U.S. Embassy Bangkok Townhall Offered Clarity, Candor and Connection

Bangkok, Thailand. Some events leave you with a notebook full of talking points. Others leave you with something more useful:

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