TOURISM NEWS

Croatia enters the top tier of the Global Passport Index, securing 8th place with 183 visa-free destinations, ahead of the US in 10th place.

Colorado's small mountain towns, including Ouray, Silverton, and Leadville, drive year-round tourism growth beyond traditional ski resorts.

Charleston, Savannah, and New Orleans experience a record-breaking tourism boom in 2026, driven by boutique hospitality and historic preservation.

Canada outranks the United States on the Global Passport Index, securing 7th place with 183 destinations compared to the US at 10th with 180 destinations.

Cross-border road travel between the US and Canada surges with vehicle traffic up 15.1% while high ticket prices lead to a decline in air travel.

Cambodia faces a severe tourism crisis in H1 2026 as international arrivals drop 47.9% to 1.75 million. American, Chinese, and Vietnamese arrivals plunge.

US states unite with Brand USA to launch targeted marketing campaigns in Toronto and Montreal, aiming to attract 16.7 million Canadian tourists in 2026.

Braemar Hotels & Resorts approves Q3 preferred dividends, securing funding for luxury resort capital improvements in Key West, Lake Tahoe, and Beaver Creek.

The UK Foreign Office has upgraded its travel warnings for Bahrain and Kuwait, advising against non-essential trips and warning of flight cancellations.

Bahamasair will launch special direct flights between Nassau and New Bight from July 30 to August 4, 2026, to support the Cat Island Regatta.

Explore the world's premier island escapes in 2026, featuring the volcanic peaks of St. Lucia, the Arctic wilderness of Lofoten, and the affordable luxury of Phu Quoc.

Tasmania has reached a historic tourism milestone with 1.404 million visitors, pushing total tourism expenditure to $3.791 billion, driven by a massive surge in Queensland and Victorian travelers.