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DestinationBest-value winter sun destinations to head to in 2026
The new report looked at the cost of common holiday purchases like meals, drinks and sunscreen to discover where you’ll get the most bang for your buck.
DestinationThe top 10 countries for travel and tourism in 2026
The 2026 edition of the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) has just been published, with Europe dominating the top 10.
DestinationJet2 responds to winter demand with 34 brand-new routes
Jet2 has responded to the demand for all types of winter holiday by adding a massive 34 brand-new routes for Winter 26/27.
DestinationVenice considering raising tourist entry fee to $34
Venice is looking at expanding its tourist entry fee, applying it for a longer period of the year and raising the daily charge to as much as €30.
DestinationWTTC, JATA and Tourism Expo Japan join forces to drive Japan's global tourism growth
WTTC, JATA, and Tourism EXPO Japan have signed a landmark MOU to boost Japan's global tourism growth through innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
DestinationConcert announcements spark easyJet holidays city break demand
easyJet holidays sees searches jump by up to 346% as fans book European getaways around Harry Styles and Oasis tours.
DestinationForeign visitors drive gains in Greek tourism in July
Arrivals rose 2.5% and overnight stays 2% in July 2026, according to provisional ELSTAT data.
DestinationLisbon voted the world's happiest travel destination
Portugal's capital Lisbon has been named the world's happiest travel destination, leading a ranking of 47 global cities based on key well-being factors.
DestinationTrains overtake buses: EU travel habits slowly shifting
In 2024, trains surpassed buses as a preferred mode of travel in the EU for the first time since 2014, while cars remained the most dominant transport choice.
DestinationBahrain to host the International Tourism Investment Forum 2027
The Kingdom of Bahrain will host the International Tourism Investment Forum (ITIF) in January 2027, in partnership with UN Tourism, to showcase regional investment opportunities.
DestinationAustralia issues detention orders for tourists who violate visa regulations
Australia is tightening immigration policies, announcing that tourists who overstay their visas will face detention and deportation to curb rising visa violations.
DestinationTravellers become different people when on holiday
A new survey reveals that 61% of travellers deliberately change their behavior while on holiday, often making choices they would never consider at home.
DestinationSpain sets out 2030 sustainable tourism strategy – with residents a ‘core’ focus
Spain is on course to welcome 100 million international visitors this year, but amid concerns over mass tourism, the country is rethinking how it manages continued growth.
DestinationDubai’s tourism sector has reached its highest number of visitors since February
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism is hosting more than 300 international travel professionals from over 40 countries as part of the “ATM Hosted Buyers Program.”
DestinationSpain experienced the hottest summer in its history during the 2026 season
The Spanish Meteorological Institute reported that the summer of 2026 was the hottest in the past 65 years.
DestinationJustin Trudeau as headline speaker for Malta Global Summit
WTTC announced that Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, the former Prime Minister of Canada, will be a headline speaker at its 26th Global Summit taking place between 7–9 October 2026.
DestinationeasyJet holidays launches winter 2027 package holidays
easyJet holidays has launched its winter 2027 holidays, with great-value beach and city breaks now available to book for travel between 1 November 2027 – 31 March 2028.
DestinationFrance experienced its hottest summer since weather records began in 1900
Monique Barbut, France’s Minister of Ecological Transition, announced that the country had experienced its hottest summer since weather records began in 1900.
DestinationThailand confirms it will cut visa-free stays to 30 days for EU travellers
European Union passport holders will see visa-free stays in Thailand slashed from the middle of September.

Croatia’s tourism revenue hits new record in first half of 2026
6d ago
Best-value winter sun destinations to head to in 2026
Sep 30
The top 10 countries for travel and tourism in 2026
Sep 29
Jet2 responds to winter demand with 34 brand-new routes
Sep 29
Venice considering raising tourist entry fee to $34
Sep 28
WTTC, JATA and Tourism Expo Japan join forces to drive Japan's global tourism growth
Sep 25
Concert announcements spark easyJet holidays city break demand
Sep 23
Foreign visitors drive gains in Greek tourism in July
Sep 23
Lisbon voted the world's happiest travel destination
Sep 22
Trains overtake buses: EU travel habits slowly shifting
Sep 22
Bahrain to host the International Tourism Investment Forum 2027
Sep 22
Australia issues detention orders for tourists who violate visa regulations
Sep 21
Travellers become different people when on holiday
Sep 17
Spain sets out 2030 sustainable tourism strategy – with residents a ‘core’ focus
Sep 16
Dubai’s tourism sector has reached its highest number of visitors since February
Sep 14
Spain experienced the hottest summer in its history during the 2026 season
Sep 14
Justin Trudeau as headline speaker for Malta Global Summit
Sep 10
easyJet holidays launches winter 2027 package holidays
Sep 4
France experienced its hottest summer since weather records began in 1900
Sep 4