Growth

Europe’s Travel and Tourism sector is forecast to grow 3.1% in 2026, outpacing the global economy as WTTC’s summit opens in Malta

Leonardo Hotels is targeting further European growth with up to €1 billion in investment capital and a new development structure for its expanding portfolio

Greece celebrates a 3.4% increase in the number of passengers on international flights from January to the end of August, compared to the same period last year

Global air passenger demand fell 0.8% in August, with a sharp drop in Middle East traffic offsetting growth across Europe and other regions

Eurowings is adding Baghdad and expanding flights to Dubai, Jeddah, Erbil, Tel Aviv and Amman for the 2026/27 winter season

Hyatt is expanding its luxury portfolio across the Americas with new Park Hyatt, Alila, Unbound Collection and Grand Hyatt properties

Hilton’s new 2027 Trends Report identifies five travel shifts, from shorter trips and wellness to personal growth and less pressure for perfection

beria has unveiled its 2027 centenary program, including a special livery, new Iberia Spaces, events and plans to upgrade the passenger experience

Phoenix Sky Harbor has selected American Airlines as the primary carrier for its future West Terminal as the airport prepares for long-term growth

Ryanair is expanding its seat capacity from Wroclaw by 35% in winter 2026, deploying 9 aircraft and launching 4 new routes to Madrid, Marrakech, Tirana and Turin

Europe’s Travel and Tourism sector is forecast to grow 3.1% in 2026, outpacing the global economy as WTTC’s summit opens in Malta

Despite a projected decline in 2026, the Middle East is expected to become the fastest-growing Travel & Tourism region over the next decade

Greek airline SKY express posted major growth in early 2026, with passenger traffic, revenue and international operations all rising sharply

Before the end of 2025, Greece's tourism minister announced that the year would set a record for the country's tourism. The latest figures speak about a significant increase of almost 10% in revenue compared to 2024

The world's largest airline continues to expand with 15 new domestic routes, strengthening operations at home ports and connecting small cities to the network. In total, the company has reached nearly 250 destinations within the US

The airline from Abu Dhabi registered a growth of over 20% in daily flights compared to last year, now operating a fleet of 115 aircraft to 90 destinations worldwide

At a ceremony in Athens, attended by CEO Uri Sirkis, Israir received international recognition for its rapid growth. The airline plans to fly 500,000 passengers to Greece in 2025 and aims for 2 million by 2026

The first European airline offering fast and free internet via SpaceX's Starlink technology on its Airbus A220-300 aircraft is soaring to new heights, with another increase in passenger numbers, fleet expansion, and innovative services for passengers, and that's not all

Germany's fastest-growing airport saw over 327,000 flight movements, with average flight occupancy reaching a peak of 82%