Tourism News

The Canada Strong Pass will be available again in summer 2026, offering free admission to attractions and travel discounts. This program seeks to encourage tourism within Canada.

Hong Kong has recently launched the Festival of Connoisseurs to promote luxury travel and the MICE market. The event targets upscale tourism and business gatherings to support local tourism growth.

China’s tourism sector has achieved record bookings early in 2026, with emerging destinations within the country seeing significant visitor increases. This trend signals robust activity ahead of the summer travel period.

St. Petersburg's business tourism reached new heights in 2026, driven by increased conference and corporate visitor activity. The city continues to strengthen its role in the business travel sector.

The Cullman Christkindlmarkt was named Alabama’s 2026 Event of the Year, underscoring its role in local tourism and state culture. The announcement was made in late May 2026.

Thailand's international visitor numbers are rising, with Bangkok and Phuket seeing the most activity. The Visa Destinations Programme is a key factor behind the tourism surge, especially in cultural and culinary tourism.

Jetstar, Qantas, Emirates and Air New Zealand flights from key markets boost Cairns' 2026 tourism recovery. Visitors increasingly explore eco-adventure sites in Queensland’s World Heritage areas.

The Iran conflict is causing higher airfares and more flight cancellations across Asia. These changes are challenging tourism hubs in Southeast Asia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Poland is attracting a significant number of German and European tourists in 2026. The country has overtaken Spain and Italy as the preferred European destination this year.

The 51st FAEVYT Travel Agents Congress in Argentina attracted over 2100 participants, marking the largest gathering in its history. The event underscores Argentina’s growing prominence in business events.