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Several airlines have begun flying again to the Middle East, but disruptions to flight schedules and operations continue. Travel challenges persist amid ongoing airline difficulties in the region.

The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority is set to hold its inaugural Annual General Meeting in 2026. This development comes as Zimbabwe’s tourism industry continues to exhibit signs of recovery.

Tourist arrivals in Armenia have notably increased in early 2026. The rise is attributed to the country's historic sites and natural scenic beauty.

Morocco has reported 7.7 million tourist arrivals by the end of May 2026, reflecting steady visitor inflows through the first five months. The latest tourism figures highlight ongoing travel interest in the North African nation.

COITM is partnering with Beijing’s Chaoyang District to host a cultural tourism festival in 2026, focusing on inbound and outbound cultural tourism. The event promotes innovative tourism collaboration.

The United States will participate alongside Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, India, and Spain at the Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026. The event aims to promote growth in B2B tourism through international collaboration.

Amadeus has launched an AI-powered travel advertising platform in partnership with Accenture. The tool aims to help hotels, airlines, and destinations worldwide optimize their digital campaigns and increase bookings.

Indian travel firm ixigo has gained a majority stake in Brevistay, a flexible-stay hotel startup. The acquisition is intended to support ixigo's expansion in the hotel segment.

The AI Hospitality Alliance has created a founding advisory board made up of international leaders in hospitality, technology, AI, and academia. The group will offer expertise to guide the adoption of AI within the hospitality industry.

Tourism to Nordic countries surges in summer 2026 as heatwaves drive travelers away from southern Europe. Major cities like Oslo and Stockholm are benefiting from this 'coolcation' trend.