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WTTC forecasts global Travel & Tourism will outpace economic growth in 2026, supporting 376 million jobs worldwide. Europe’s Travel & Tourism sector is expected to grow nearly four times faster than the wider regional economy next year. Also: Meet Europe's leading destination for tourism revenue that combines "strong visitor volumes with exceptionally high international visitor spend", which country do you think it is?

Aena airports handled 28.3 million passengers in April, up 3.7% year on year, while the operator also denied a false hantavirus warning at Tenerife South. Also: the group confirms there is no installed hantavirus warning sign at Tenerife South Airport, "it is a hoax"

A Civil Guard officer has died during evacuation operations linked to the MV Hondius ship carrying passengers affected by the hantavirus. Spanish Minister of Health: the last 28 passengers will disembark this afternoon in the Canary Islands, and 26 will continue on board heading to the Netherlands

Evacuation under strict quarantine measures: The first passengers have disembarked from the MV Hondius as WHO teams coordinate rescue flights and epidemiological assessments in Spain. Here are the latest updates from the Spanish health ministry

After it ended the 2025-26 finanial year breaking new records in terms of annual profit, revenues, and dividend, Emirates unveils the new design of its flagship aircraft, the Airbus A380, with a giant UAE flag flying over about half of the plane's surface: "A unifying symbol across society, a shared responsibility and pride in the nation’s strength and cohesion during recent challenges"

SWISS, Qatar Airways, LATAM, and Korean Air were among the standout winners at the 2026 Onboard Hospitality Awards in Hamburg. From Starlink connectivity to premium dining and luxury amenity kits, airlines showcased top innovations. "This year’s awards were a true testament to the innovation and excellence in our industry"

The unusual hantavirus outbreak aboard the Dutch expedition ship MV Hondius has raised difficult questions about disease preparedness at sea, human transmission risks, and how modern cruise ships respond when rare infections emerge far from land

The WHO confirmed eight reported hantavirus cases linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, while stressing the rare outbreak does not spread like COVID or influenza

Lexus' new electric crossover offers three rows of seats, a range of up to 450 km and a cabin inspired by a luxury Japanese lounge. With advanced technologies, elegant design and a new electric powertrain, the TZ marks the next generation of Lexus in the electric world

Copa Airlines and Boeing unveil a special Panama soccer-themed 737 MAX celebrating the national team’s World Cup journey