Signalling Fault at Manchester Piccadilly Closes Platform 8, Cancels Trains
A cabling issue caused a signalling fault at Manchester Piccadilly on June 2024, closing platform 8 and cancelling several train services. Avanti West Coast and Northern both cancelled key routes, with alternative travel arrangements offered to passengers.
Venice may raise tourist entry fee to €30 in 2027
Venice may increase its tourist day-tripper entry fee from €5-10 to €30 and extend the applicable period annually. The fee aims to reduce overtourism and generated over €5.2 million from nearly 680,000 tickets in 2026.
World Travel Expo Year 10 Ends Regional Tour at SM City Iloilo September 25-27
The World Travel Expo Year 10 will hold its final regional event at SM City Iloilo from September 25 to 27, 2026. The three-day travel expo carries the theme 'Xtraordinary Journeys, Xceptional Memories'.
Tourism EXPO Japan 2026 Scheduled for September 24-27 in Tokyo
Tourism EXPO Japan 2026 will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from September 24 to 27, organized by key Japanese tourism bodies under the theme 'The Changing Nature of Travel'. India will participate officially with several organizations, while the event features extensive business networking and public engagement days.
Buyer Registration Opens for WTM Africa 2027 in Cape Town
Buyer registration is now open for WTM Africa 2027 at Cape Town International Convention Centre from 7 to 9 April. The event will feature expanded regional representation and exclusive Buyers’ Club benefits.
Venice Proposes Tourist Entry Fee Increase to €30 in 2027
Venice plans to raise the daily tourist entry fee for day-trippers from €5-10 to up to €30 starting in 2027. The city generated over €5.2 million from 680,000 tickets sold in 2026.
TFWA World Exhibition 2026 Scheduled in Cannes with Major Industry Players
The TFWA World Exhibition 2026 will take place from September 27 to October 1 in Cannes, featuring luxury brands and key travel retail operators. Major airports such as Heathrow and Istanbul will also be present for networking and industry sessions.
World Travel Expo Year 10 Ends Regional Tour at SM City Iloilo Sept 25-27
The World Travel Expo Year 10 will conclude its regional stops at SM City Iloilo from September 25 to 27, 2026. The three-day event is themed "Xtraordinary Journeys, Xceptional Memories."
Buyer Registration Opens for WTM Africa 2027 in Cape Town
Buyer registration is open for WTM Africa 2027, set for 7–9 April at Cape Town International Convention Centre. The event will showcase expanded African and Middle Eastern regional representation.
Venice Plans Tourist Entry Fee Increase to €30 for Day-Trippers
Venice plans to raise the daily tourist entry fee for day-trippers to up to €30 from the current €5-10. In 2026, the fee generated over €5.2 million from nearly 680,000 tickets sold during selected days from April to July.
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