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The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority is set to hold its first Annual General Meeting, coinciding with a period of recovery in the country's tourism sector. While precise details on the meeting and recovery plans are yet to be shared, this marks an important development in tourism governance.

Foreign tourist arrivals in Phu Quoc have grown by 51%, strengthening its position as a premier island destination. This surge comes ahead of the APEC 2027 summit, highlighting Phu Quoc's rising international appeal.

Morocco recorded 7.7 million visitors by May 2026, showing steady tourism in the first part of the year. This number also reflects broader North African tourism trends early in 2026.

Individuals evacuated from Peawanuck are now accommodated at a hotel in Thunder Bay. This stay is part of emergency housing arrangements organized in Ontario.

A fatal collision near a tourism location in Ontario remains under investigation. Authorities continue to examine the circumstances to establish the cause.

Alberta is moving forward with establishing a passenger rail service between downtown and the airport. This marks the initial project of its comprehensive rail master plan.

Oman is expanding its MICE sector into Southeast Asia, unlocking new platforms for conferences and exhibitions. This development also fosters enhanced global tourism partnerships.

COITM has partnered with Beijing’s Chaoyang District to organize a Cultural Tourism Festival in 2026. The event aims to promote inbound and outbound cultural tourism by connecting global buyers with key destinations.

The 2026 National Tourism Safety and Security Technology Conference in Nigeria launched the NASTREX initiative to strengthen safety in airports, hotels, and tour operations. This move aims to boost traveler confidence by improving security measures across the country.

The US travel tech sector is leading the Investor Connect initiative in 2026, promoting AI travel startups on a global stage. The program focuses on accelerating tourism innovation through AI technology.