Destinations

Florence is experiencing growing challenges as mass tourism affects its cultural heritage and alters the visitor experience. The pressures raise concerns about preserving the city’s historic identity.

Visitor numbers in Derry and Strabane have increased substantially, driving tourism expenditure to an estimated £94 million for 2025. This reflects the expanding appeal of these Northern Ireland destinations.

UNESCO and TUI Care Foundation have established a worldwide partnership to promote sustainable tourism and community empowerment in World Heritage destinations. The collaboration is focused on preserving cultural heritage while supporting local economies.

The first Great Lakes cruise ship has arrived in Buffalo, marking a historic milestone. The arrival was warmly celebrated as a 'dream come true' for the region.

A signal disruption near Miaoli caused interruptions on Taiwan High-Speed Rail routes between Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung. Service has now been fully restored.

The California High-Speed Rail project celebrated the completion of its 60th major structure in the Central Valley. The development marks ongoing progress in the nearly two-decade-long construction effort.

Amtrak has launched the NextGen Acela, a new high-speed train service connecting New York City and Philadelphia. The service is designed to offer faster and more comfortable rail travel along this route.

An air campaign by the US and Israel has restricted Middle East airspace, leading airlines to reroute flights. Tourism operators are experiencing notable losses while governments assist stranded travelers.

The WTTC projects that Central and South America’s travel industry will grow faster than the global average in 2026. Key growth drivers include rising visitor spending and strong domestic tourism demand.

Mexico is expected to lead North America in travel growth and visitor arrivals in 2025. The country will also record the highest tourism spending, bolstering its hospitality sector.