Destinations

Egypt received 1.1 million UK visitors in 2025, a 17% rise, and saw tourism revenue jump to $5.1 billion in early 2026. Egyptian Tourism Authority chief Dr Ahmed Youssef urged UK agents to promote multi-destination holidays combining cultural sites and Red Sea resorts.

New Zealand First announced plans to replace the Accredited Employer Work Visa with a Skilled Work Visa limiting migrants to genuine labour shortages. Immigration adviser Hemant Kaushal highlighted risks for lower-skilled workers amid frequent policy changes.

The European Union will propose stricter visa rules for Russian tourists in January 2027. In 2025, nearly 478,000 Russian tourist visas were issued for the Schengen Area.

During the 2026 National Day holiday, Guangdong province received 62.79 million tourists, generating 58.44 billion yuan in revenue. Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and Huizhou showed notable growth in visitor numbers and tourism consumption.

The European Union is set to tighten visa rules for Russian tourists, with around 478,000 visas issued in 2025 for the Schengen Area. The new restrictions aim to address security risks linked to hybrid warfare and ongoing conflict.

Several European destinations introduced new or increased tourist taxes in 2026, including entry fees and accommodation surcharges. Cities like Rome, Edinburgh, and Venice implemented charges to regulate tourism and fund local services.

European Union officials are set to tighten visa requirements for Russian tourists after nearly 478,000 visas were issued in 2025. Key member states push for earlier implementation amid security concerns.

Multiple European destinations have introduced new or increased tourist taxes in 2026 to address overtourism. Travelers to cities like Lisbon, Barcelona, and Venice should expect additional fees beyond accommodation costs.

The European Union is finalizing plans to tighten visa rules for Russian tourists, with a proposal expected in January 2027. Security concerns from multiple-entry visas and recent diplomatic changes drive the new restrictions.

Several European cities introduced or increased tourist taxes in 2026, affecting travel costs in Lisbon, Barcelona, Venice, and more. These fees include accommodation levies, city entry charges, and activity-based taxes.