The "Tower of Christ" designed by Antoni Gaudi as part of the famous church in Barcelona is nearing completion, just in time for the 100th anniversary of the renowned architect's death. This is what the new addition looks like, which will shine by day and be a star by night
The tourism platform Tripadvisor has published its list of top destinations for 2026. Rankings highlight Bali, London, Dubai, and New York, based on traveler reviews across hotels, food, and attractions
Henley & Partners Passport Index 2026 shows stability at the top, a general decline in passport power, the strengthening of Asian and European countries, and continued mobility gaps between regions of the world
Universal Orlando has unveiled its 2026 events calendar, featuring Mardi Gras, Halloween Horror Nights, and plenty of holiday festivities ready to attract tens of thounsads of visitors from all corners of the world. Highlight: the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter celebrated throughout the year
In 2025, 34 million passengers passed through Greece's largest international airport, a significant increase over the previous year. There was also a jump in the number of passengers in December and an increase in the number of flights in the past year
Brazil welcomed more than 9.2 million foreign tourists in 2025, marking its strongest year ever for international travel and visitor arrivals. “We exceeded all expectations and made 2025 the biggest year in the history of international tourism in Brazil"
More than dense jungles and rice terraces: Vietnam has a long and beautiful coastline packed with a selection of destinations that make it one of the best options for an excellent vacation in the Far East
Passport Group will unveil its annual Destinations Magazine at the IMTM International Tourism Conference in February, highlighting 26 must-visit places shaping travel trends in 2026
10 RON per night (around 2 euros) for every tourist starting January 1, 2026: Bucharest joins European cities imposing accommodation taxes, with the collection done through hotels and apartments to invest directly in urban tourism
Passport Group concludes a landmark year, marking 30 years of innovation, influence and industry leadership, while unveiling a forward-looking strategic vision to continue shaping the future of tourism and aviation with a strong focus on digital transformation, content-driven travel, and the clear sense that the first three decades were only the beginning. The year-end celebration brought together key leaders and senior executives from the tourism industry, in partnership with Hilton worldwide
Cyprus signs prestigious agreement in Riyadh to boost sustainability and technology, positioning it as a preferred partner in regional tourism and government collaborations. Deputy Minister of Tourism of Cyprus: “Saudi market is very promising”
Witches, skeletons, scary clowns, and a host of other Halloween attractions have been set up at Kew Gardens in London. Crowds passing through enjoy an entertaining walking trail
With more than 10,000 passengers since it launched the Tel Aviv–Vilnius route in June, Israir was honored with Lithuania’s 2025 Team Lita Award at a formal embassy ceremony
Leading Destination, Best Airline, Outstanding Business Class, and more: a host of awards were handed out at the glittering World Travel Awards ceremony in Sardinia. These are Europe's big winners
Agentic AI Predicts a Paradigm Shift
'El Marigalante' tourist ship sank off the coast of Puerto Vallarta in Mexico with no passengers on board, due to a failure in the pump system; all crew members were safely rescued
Three and a half decades after breaking away from the Soviet Union, Lithuania has transformed into a vibrant, Westernized country with a lively capital city. Explore Vilnius' history, culture, attractions, and buzzing nightlife
Prague's airport recorded almost 1.9 million passengers in August, positioning the Czech capital as a top European destination. Leading cities include London, Antalya, and Amsterdam
A Celebration of Aviation and Tourism: Leaders from the aviation and tourism industries, ambassadors, and hundreds of guests gathered at the Sheraton Grand Hotel for Passport Group's 'Person of the Year' Gala. Catch a glimpse of the memorable moments and hear from attendees who reflected, 'This was the most challenging year we've ever known.' Happy New Year!
Key industry figures and diplomats gathered in Tel Aviv to celebrate the Passport Group's People of the Year. Discover the key moments
