Travel Trends and Focus

South Carolina has experienced growth in tourist arrivals for five months in a row in 2026. This trend aligns with similar increases in other US beach states aiding travel recovery.

Macau is anticipating a roughly 10% growth in tourism for summer 2026. This rise is primarily fueled by increased visitors from Mainland China, the Philippines, and Japan.

Cathay Pacific is assessing potential flight reductions after summer 2026 due to sustained high jet fuel prices. No firm decisions have been made as the airline monitors fuel cost trends.

Lighthouse has launched an AI assistant tailored to aid hotel commercial teams with their operational tasks. The tool is designed to improve efficiency and support data management within hotel operations.

Spain has surged onto the list of Europe's top summer vacation spots for 2026, alongside France, Italy, Greece, and Germany. However, UAE travelers face increasing delays and appointment shortages for Schengen visa processing ahead of the busy season.

Camping has been identified as a major summer travel trend in the USA for 2026, according to Pitchup.com. The trend points to a rising preference for outdoor vacations among travelers.

FIEXPO Latin America 2026 got underway in San José, Costa Rica, focusing on the progression of the meetings industry. The event gathers important figures to discuss innovations and sector changes.

Syria has started its 2026 summer tourism season as part of efforts to aid recovery after recent liberation. The initiative aims to revive the country’s tourism sector amid ongoing restoration.

Morocco has welcomed 7.7 million tourists from January to May 2026, setting a new record for the country’s tourism sector. This highlights strengthened travel interest in Morocco during the year to date.

Inbound tourism to China is growing strongly for summer 2026, driven by tech-themed study tours. These tours include visits to EV plants, AI labs, and robotics hubs attracting Asia-Pacific travelers.