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AgencyJohan Lundgren to take over as Chairman of the Supervisory Board at TUI
Johan Lundgren is set to take over as Chair of the Supervisory Board of TUI AG following the Annual General Meeting in February 2027.
HotelEmaar expects return to pre-war occupancy levels at Dubai hotels in next 12 months
Emaar's founder Mohamed Alabbar expects Dubai hotel occupancy to return to pre-war levels of 83% within the next 12 months as regional travel recovers.
AviationBusy skies: August commercial flights up 2.3% in 2026
Commercial flights in the EU surpassed 2 million between June and August 2026, with August recording a 2.3% year-on-year increase.
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.
LifestyleMiss Aura International 2026 Isabella Rossini returns to Antalya
Miss Aura International 2026 Isabella Rossini returned to Antalya for an official visit from September 7–15, experiencing the region through adventure, culture and local traditions.
AviationAena's Spanish airports serve 34.9 million passengers in August
Some 34.9 million passengers travelled through Aena's Spanish airports in August, 4.7% more than in the same month last year, the airport operator said on Tuesday.
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.
Agencyalltours expands its flight and hotel offerings for Winter 2026/27
alltours is expanding its winter 2026/27 portfolio with more premium hotels and long-haul packages to meet a 40% annual growth in early bookings for exotic destinations.
LatestEU to implement a phased ban on social media for children
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced the 'EU Children’s Act,' introducing a complete social media ban for under-13s and strict limits for older minors.
HotelRixos Hotels achieves significant success in the Middle East and the UAE
Rixos Hotels secured multiple prestigious titles at the 2026 World Travel Awards, highlighting its strong presence and luxury offerings across the Middle East and UAE.
HotelJW Marriott unveils plans for the Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point
JW Marriott and Aimbridge Hospitality have announced plans to transform their Dana Point resort into The Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point, a JW Marriott Resort.
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.
Agencyalltours continues to expand its Egypt offerings for Winter 2026/27
Egypt has become the second-most popular winter destination for alltours. Bookings for trips to Egypt in winter 2026/27 are up by double digits compared to the previous year.
LatestAre Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland leaving the United Kingdom?
The leaders of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining their withdrawal from the United Kingdom.
LatestNine European countries have postponed the Entry-Exit System
Nine European nations, including France and Germany, have delayed the EU's biometric Entry-Exit System (EES) due to technical glitches and airport congestion concerns.
AviationEmirates says winter bookings up on some routes after summer rebound
Emirates reports strong winter bookings on key routes and a summer performance exceeding expectations, carrying over 8.6 million passengers.
AgencyEU passenger package: DRV calls for clear rules on liability
The German Travel Association (DRV) is calling for clear, balanced liability rules in the EU's new Passenger Package to protect travel agents from unfair risks.
AgencyWTTC announces high profile speakers for 2026 Global Summit
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced two further high-profile speakers for its 26th Global Summit in Valletta, Malta, taking place between 7–9 October 2026.
AviationCatania Airport closed to flights due to ash eruptions from Mount Etna
Catania Airport has been closed to flights due to heavy ash emissions from Mount Etna on the Italian island of Sicily.

International tourism holds steady with 0.4% growth in first half of 2026 as Middle East conflict and rising costs weigh
Sep 21
Johan Lundgren to take over as Chairman of the Supervisory Board at TUI
Sep 21
Emaar expects return to pre-war occupancy levels at Dubai hotels in next 12 months
Sep 21
Busy skies: August commercial flights up 2.3% in 2026
Sep 21
Australia issues detention orders for tourists who violate visa regulations
Sep 21
Miss Aura International 2026 Isabella Rossini returns to Antalya
Sep 17
Aena's Spanish airports serve 34.9 million passengers in August
Sep 17
Travellers become different people when on holiday
Sep 17
alltours expands its flight and hotel offerings for Winter 2026/27
Sep 17
EU to implement a phased ban on social media for children
Sep 17
Rixos Hotels achieves significant success in the Middle East and the UAE
Sep 16
JW Marriott unveils plans for the Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point
Sep 16
Spain sets out 2030 sustainable tourism strategy – with residents a ‘core’ focus
Sep 16
alltours continues to expand its Egypt offerings for Winter 2026/27
Sep 16
Are Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland leaving the United Kingdom?
Sep 16
Nine European countries have postponed the Entry-Exit System
Sep 15
Emirates says winter bookings up on some routes after summer rebound
Sep 15
EU passenger package: DRV calls for clear rules on liability
Sep 15
WTTC announces high profile speakers for 2026 Global Summit
Sep 15