Destination News

Erbil experienced a significant visitor increase during the Eid 2026 celebrations, drawing tens of thousands of holiday tourists. Both local and international guests contributed to this tourism boost.

San Francisco saw large visitor numbers during Memorial Day weekend 2026, indicating a steady recovery in its tourism sector. This weekend's crowds highlight ongoing improvements in travel activity within the city.

Perth’s culinary landscape is gaining increased attention, with standout restaurants contributing to its recognition as a must-visit dining city. Food tourism in Perth is growing as visitors explore its notable eateries.

Alberta is launching a $100 million Nordic spa project to support year-round tourism. The development will offer a fresh leisure destination intended to attract visitors in all seasons.

ITB China 2026 attracted 23,500 attendees, serving as a significant forum for advancing cooperation in the global travel industry. The event focused on enhancing collaborative efforts across international tourism.

Hong Kong has introduced the Festival of Connoisseurs to encourage expansion in its luxury travel sector. The event focuses on drawing affluent visitors and bolstering the city's luxury tourism profile.

US summer travel demand is up by 10% for 2026, with Dublin and Seattle emerging as major centers of international and domestic travel growth. Increased service capacity is being developed at these airports to handle the growing passenger volumes.

Rising flight and hotel prices are widening the gap between luxury and budget travelers in the US summer 2026 travel season. Some budget travelers have been forced to cancel or change plans due to higher costs.

American, Delta, and United Airlines will expand their transatlantic flights in summer 2026, aiming to avoid busy European hubs to minimize travel disruptions. The airlines plan to offer more direct routes to improve passenger experience.

A general strike planned for May 29, 2026, in Italy is expected to lead to substantial flight cancellations and disruptions affecting close to 179,000 passengers. Up to 1,150 flights could be grounded nationwide.