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Greece led European tourism in Q2 2026 with a 38% rise in arrivals and a 64.3% increase in spending. Italy and Malta also recorded strong growth amid Europe's overall 5% arrivals increase.

Historic low water levels have forced cancellations and altered itineraries on Danube and Rhine river cruises in summer 2026. Passengers face bus transfers, hotel stays, and ship swaps amid ongoing heatwave conditions.

Hilton's global RevPAR increased 3.9% in Q2 2026 as occupancy and average daily rate rose. The company’s hotel pipeline reached 541,300 rooms across 132 countries.

Papua New Guinea won the Best Booth award in the National Tourism Organisation category at the 2026 Travel Madness Expo in Manila. The event featured over 170 tourism organizations from the Philippines and Asia.

Greece led Europe’s early 2026 tourism recovery with arrivals up 38% and travel spending up 64.3%. Italy and Malta also recorded strong visitor growth amid broader continental gains.

Oceania Cruises has launched more than 50 Signature Wellness Discovery Tours across Asia, Europe, and South America. These small-group tours focus on wellness practices rooted in local traditions and complement onboard enrichment programs.

Montenegro will require visas from citizens of Russia, Belarus, China, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey starting November 1, 2026. This change aligns Montenegro's immigration rules with EU accession criteria.

Papua New Guinea won Best Booth at the 2026 Travel Madness Expo in Manila, with Air Niugini and PNGTPA leading the presentation. The award reflects strong industry collaboration and PNG’s tourism appeal.

Greece and Italy led Europe's tourism rebound in early 2026 with arrivals up 38% and 21% respectively. Overall international arrivals to Europe rose 5.0% in Q2 2026.

ITB Americas 2026 is scheduled for November 10–12 with 70% of exhibition space sold and participation from over 42 countries. The event features major hospitality brands, airlines, and travel technology firms.