tourism news

Myanmar and Belarus sign a landmark 30-day visa-free pact and plan direct Minsk-Yangon flights to launch a new era of Eastern European-Southeast Asian travel.

Cambodia Angkor Air and Lanmei Airlines cancel 18 flights and delay 42 others at Siem Reap and Phnom Penh due to severe monsoon activity.

Nepal's tourism sector sees a massive influx of over half a million visitors to the Annapurna Conservation Area, though declining daily spending remains a primary economic challenge.

Uttarakhand expands its spiritual tourism map by officially adding Baba Baukhnag Dham near the Silkyara Tunnel to its religious circuit to diversify pilgrimage traffic.

China's tourism sector sees a rapid influx of international visitors from India, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam following expanded visa-free policies and improved regional connectivity.

Mauritius records over 348,000 international visitors in the first quarter of 2026, driven by a 21% surge in Indian outbound travelers. Read updates.

Wynn Resorts dominates the 2026 global hospitality scene, securing 18 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards and setting a historic 20-year precedent for luxury in Las Vegas.

Global travel disruptions mount as wildfires grip Cairngorms National Park, Ontario, and Spanish provinces, forcing evacuations and itinerary changes during the peak 2026 summer season.

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated travel guidance for Portugal, Jordan, Turkey, and other nations, focusing on medication laws, wildfire risks, and regional security.

Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam are emerging as primary drivers for Germany tourism in 2026, fueled by a rising middle class and expanded aviation connectivity.

The Bahamas is dominating the Caribbean market for Canadian travelers, leveraging record-breaking arrivals and expanded air connectivity to surpass rivals like Aruba and Jamaica.

Zimbabwe reports an 11% year-on-year increase in international arrivals for Q1 2026, welcoming 384,515 visitors while implementing a bold new financing strategy to boost sector competitiveness.