Vietnam Prepares Tourism for National Day Holiday with New Cultural Events
Vietnam’s tourism sector has launched new cultural events and bolstered safety measures for its 2026 National Day holiday. Hanoi saw a 15.7% visitor increase in H1 2026, with nationwide international arrivals up 14.9% year-on-year.
Sri Lanka Launches 2026-2030 National Tourism Roadmap
Sri Lanka launched its National Tourism Strategic Plan and Global Promotion Roadmap for 2026-2030 on August 31, 2026. The initiative, supported by the World Bank, aims for 2.7 million tourists and $4.2 billion revenue in 2026.
Expo 2030 Riyadh and Atout France Sign Tourism MoU
Expo 2030 Riyadh and Atout France signed a tourism MoU on 29 August 2026. The agreement strengthens collaboration ahead of the 2030 event in Riyadh.
International Travel Expo 2026 Opens in Ho Chi Minh City with Global Delegates
The 20th International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City opened on August 27, 2026, hosting more than 520 exhibitors and 260 international buyers. The event runs through August 29 at SECC, showcasing tourism trends and strengthening global connections.
Vietnam Prepares for National Day Tourism with New Products and Safety Measures
Vietnam's top destinations are launching cultural events and infrastructure upgrades ahead of the National Day holiday, amid strong visitor growth. Hanoi recorded over 18 million visitors in H1 2026, with international arrivals up 26.8%.
Japan Raises Single-Entry Visa Fee Fivefold to 15,000 Yen from 2026
From 2026, Japan will raise single-entry visa fees fivefold to 15,000 yen for travelers from non-exempt countries. The government aims to manage overtourism and fund infrastructure upgrades in heavily visited areas.
Palawan Tourism Holds Three-Day Expo in Cebu Targeting ₱25 Million in Bookings
Palawan held its three-day travel and trade expo at Ayala Center Cebu from October 23 to 25, 2026, aiming to generate ₱25 million in bookings. The event leveraged direct flights from Cebu to key Palawan destinations to capture the Visayas domestic market.
20th International Travel Expo Opens in Ho Chi Minh City with Global Participation
The 20th International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City began August 27 at SECC, with over 520 exhibitors and 260 buyers from 40+ countries. The event features new tourism trends and public cultural experiences.
Sri Lanka Shifts Tourism Strategy to Focus on Visitor Value and Local Spending
Sri Lanka recorded 2.36 million tourist arrivals in 2025 but tourism revenue reached only $3.2 billion. The government aims to boost earnings to $8 billion by 2030 while shifting focus from volume to visitor value and local spending retention.
Hamilton County Tourism Generates $1.88 Billion in Spending in 2025
Visitor spending in Hamilton County reached nearly $1.9 billion in 2025, growing 4% from 2024 and surpassing Tennessee’s statewide growth. The increase is driven by new hotel openings and expanded lodging capacity.
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French Nationwide Rail Strike Hits TGV, TER, RER Services on Nov 5
A nationwide rail strike in France on November 5, 2026 caused disruptions to TGV, TER, RER, and freight train services. Passengers should expect cancellations and delays.
Seattle Ballard Link Extension Draft EIS Published December 2026
Seattle’s Sound Transit and the Federal Transit Administration will publish the draft EIS for the Ballard Link Extension on December 11, 2026, with public feedback open until February 9, 2027. The project includes a 12.4 km light rail branch with up to nine stops and funding secured for the SODO to Seattle Center segment.
EU Investigates Spanish Rail Funds Following 69-Death Urda Crash
A train collision on 28 October 2026 near Urda, Spain, killed 69 people on the Madrid-Seville high-speed railway line. EU prosecutors have launched a fraud investigation into possible misuse of funds for rail safety upgrades following the disaster.