tourism news

A German court has ordered a tour operator to refund nearly €1,000 to a family after their Greek holiday was ruined by guests illegally reserving sunbeds with towels at 6 AM.

Grand Rapids' Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum unveils a landmark exhibit focusing on the iconic 1976 White House dance between President Ford and Queen Elizabeth II and its impact on U.S.-UK diplomacy.

Four Seasons has appointed Kai Dieckmann to lead its Shura Island resort, a flagship ultra-luxury property in Saudi Arabia's 100% renewable Red Sea development.

The Tatts Finke Desert Race in Alice Springs remains Australia's most grueling off-road motorsport event, challenging participants to conquer a 460-km outback course during the King's Birthday long weekend.

European tourism has recorded a resilient 5.6% surge in arrivals in early 2026, anchoring growth through intra-regional demand as the global energy crisis and Strait of Hormuz tensions disrupt long-haul corridors.

Germany has joined the UK, Italy, and Spain in a luxury golf tourism revolution, with high-end courses in Munich and Puglia driving a new era of European travel.

At the Make it in the Emirates 2026 forum, Etihad Airways highlighted its massive role in the UAE economy, driving AED 130 billion in activity and doubling Abu Dhabi's seat capacity over four years.

Discover the ultimate 2026 Estonia travel guide, featuring the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Tallinn, the academic charm of Tartu, and the pristine wilderness of Lahemaa National Park.

Ensemble Travel Group unveiled its new tiered supplier program at the Horizons 2026 conference in Las Vegas, introducing a transparent three-level structure to enhance advisor value and supplier engagement.

Elstree Studios in Borehamwood is undergoing a £20 million redevelopment to replace aging soundstages at risk of collapse due to RAAC concrete and hazardous asbestos.

Egypt has launched a major cultural diplomacy event in Rome, featuring Zahi Hawass, to promote the Grand Egyptian Museum and its archaeological treasures to the Italian market.

Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism has introduced a revolutionary GPS-based electronic system to monitor 130 buses and 6,000 pilgrims across three nations for the 2026 Hajj season.