Destinations

The Norwegian Sun has begun its 2026 Northern Europe summer cruise season, visiting ports including Copenhagen, Southampton, and Helsinki. These stops have contributed to increased tourism during the summer months.

Carnival Cruise Line will introduce a more stringent bikini dress code for passengers at island ports starting in June 2026. The new policy focuses on regulating attire during shore excursions to promote modesty.

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has introduced advanced tunnel hood technology along eight mountain tunnels. This innovation reduces pressure waves, resulting in quieter and more comfortable travel for passengers.

Barbados will serve as the host for the 2027 Caribbean Travel Marketplace, a prominent travel trade event in the region. The event brings together travel professionals to advance business in Caribbean tourism.

The WTTC has placed biometrics and digital identity at the core of its 2026 travel agenda to enhance security and efficiency. The US collaborates with Canada and Mexico to advance digital identity and smart border systems ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

The WTTC will host its Global Summit in Valletta, Malta, from October 7 to 9, 2026. This event will attract global tourism leaders amid Malta’s expanding travel industry.

Morocco attracted nearly 20 million tourists in 2025, ranking 22nd globally in visitor arrivals. This reflects steady tourism growth despite ongoing global economic uncertainty.

Global tourism increased by 2% in 2026, showing positive growth worldwide. Meanwhile, the Middle East saw a drop in travel demand due to rising costs and regional instability.

ITB Asia 2026 will take place in Singapore, featuring new Experience Zones to engage trade visitors. Curated guided tours will also be part of the event program.

Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2026 wrapped up in Pattaya with 15,000 commercial deals finalized. These agreements are projected to generate 5 billion baht in tourism revenue.