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Syria and Saudi Tech Firms Partner to Digitize Tourism Sector
Syria’s Ministry of Tourism signed an MoU in July 2026 with three Saudi tech firms to develop a comprehensive digital tourism ecosystem. Visitor arrivals more than doubled in H1 2026 to 3.52 million, fueling the push for modernization.
Albania’s Foreign Tourist Arrivals Increase 6.2% in First Half of 2026
Albania’s foreign tourist arrivals rose to 5 million in the first half of 2026, up 6.2% from 4.8 million in 2025. Declines from Kosova, North Macedonia, Germany, Turkey, and Montenegro were offset by growth from other markets.
Low Water Levels Disrupt European Rhine and Danube River Cruises in June 2026
A historic June 2026 heat wave caused low water levels on the Rhine and Danube rivers, forcing cancellations and itinerary changes by Avalon Waterways, Viking Cruises, and others. The heat wave coincided with thousands of excess deaths across Europe.