Global Tourism Growth Slows Down, UN Tourism Cuts 2026 Forecast
Around 690 million tourists travelled internationally in H1 2026, with global arrivals up 0.4% as conflict and rising costs weighed on tourism
Around 690 million tourists travelled internationally in H1 2026, with global arrivals up 0.4% as conflict and rising costs weighed on tourism
Visiting London this weekend? The Millwall vs West Ham derby could mean busier trains, crowds and extra police activity around The Den and South Bermondsey
Gatwick Express services are suspended after a fire near East Croydon. Passengers can use existing tickets on alternative services at no extra cost
Italy will cut diesel taxes through October 5 and exempt eligible cars, motorcycles and mopeds from vehicle tax in 2027 under a new decree
More countries are issuing eVisas, but airlines still face different verification systems. IATA is calling for standardized digital travel authorization checks
Etihad Airways is expanding its Swissport partnership from 30 to 40 airports, covering ground handling, cargo and potential lounge services
Gett is expanding its overseas travel booking service, which it launched this summer, to dozens of additional countries. Users will be able to book trips to the new destinations right from the app
Emirates has signed 11 agreements at Arabian Travel Market, covering tourism promotion, customer segments, travel services and airline partnerships
Etihad is launching Etihad Escapes, a new platform allowing passengers to add hotels to flight bookings, with more travel services planned
Emirates Skywards members can earn double Miles on eligible Emirates and flydubai flights booked from September 15 to 30 for travel through November
New figures released ahead of the world's largest travel trade fair in Berlin point to a return to stable global growth in single digits. South America stands out with an 11% jump, while business travel has returned to pre-pandemic levels
Despite summer protests and widespread media attention, more than one million Israelis visited Greece during the period from July to September
This is a 20% increase in visitors compared to last year. For the first time: A Thai 'Full Moon' party will be held at the City Garden in Tel Aviv on January 14th