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Spain is the Mediterranean's benchmark: the market every sun-and-beach destination measures itself against, from Canary Islands capacity to Balearic overtourism debates. For tour operators it is both a volume giant and a pricing reference. Coverage here tracks Spanish arrivals, hotel investment, policy shifts and what they signal for competing destinations.
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DestinationMediterranean destinations grow, long-haul travel slumps
The good news for the travel industry: Germans are still planning their main vacation despite economic and geopolitical challenges.
AgencyJet2 responds to early booker demand by putting Summer 2028 holidays and flights on sale
Jet2 has put its Summer 2028 programme on sale today, meaning its summer flights and holidays are available earlier than ever, in direct response to the demand from holidaymakers looking to book early
LifestyleTravelers want room rates from AI, not travel routes
Conversations around artificial intelligence (AI) and its uses are going on in every industry, from health and transport to banking and art.
SportsThe TUI Palma Marathon Mallorca continues to grow: 10,000 runners from 72 countries
The 22nd edition of the TUI Palma Marathon Mallorca attracted around 10,000 participants from 72 countries to Mallorca on Sunday.
LatestHolidays remain popular despite a year of disruptions, but cost of living brings in caution
ABTA’s new Holiday Habits 2026-27 Report1 finds demand for holidays remained resilient despite the impact of conflict in the Middle East, new border processes and climate-related events.
AgencyeasyJet announces additional new routes for summer 2027
easyJet has today announced five more routes are available from the UK for next summer following 18 new routes that went on sale in September.
AviationEuroairlines steps up a gear, boosting sales by 53% since June
Euroairlines has increased its monthly sales by 53% since June and issued 19% more tickets during the third quarter compared with the same period in 2025.
DestinationMore than 90% of EU residents’ trips are inside the EU
In 2025, there were 1.20 billion personal and professional trips by residents in the EU, a 1.4% increase from 2024 (+17 million trips).
DestinationWTTC sets out 8 Priorities to secure Europe's Travel & Tourism leadership as governments across the region shape new tourism strategies
The eight priorities are aligned with WTTC's globally endorsed strategic priorities, approved by its Executive Council.
DestinationBarcelona authorities raise tourist taxes
Barcelona is planning to increase tourist taxes on overnight hotel stays, and cruise passenger arrivals - but the move has drawn criticism.
AgencyWTTC Global Summit Opens in Malta
WTTC convened ministers and global business leaders from 24 countries in Valletta for a high-level Global Leaders Dialogue, held as part of WTTC’s 26th Global Summit.
HotelTourism nights booked online up 5.3% in Q2 2026
Between April and June 2026, tourists spent 258.8 million nights in EU short-term rental accommodation booked through Airbnb, Booking or Expedia.
CruiseMarella Cruises launches summer 2028 sailings featuring brand-new Greek port
Marella Cruises, TUI UK’s cruise line, has announced its summer 2028 cruise programme, including a new Greek port, Patras.
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.
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Spain's travel & tourism sector set to surpass €269BN in 2026
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Mediterranean destinations grow, long-haul travel slumps
Oct 23Agency
Jet2 responds to early booker demand by putting Summer 2028 holidays and flights on sale
Oct 23Lifestyle
Travelers want room rates from AI, not travel routes
Oct 21Sports
The TUI Palma Marathon Mallorca continues to grow: 10,000 runners from 72 countries
Oct 21Latest
Holidays remain popular despite a year of disruptions, but cost of living brings in caution
Oct 15Agency
easyJet announces additional new routes for summer 2027
Oct 15Aviation
Euroairlines steps up a gear, boosting sales by 53% since June
Oct 14Destination
More than 90% of EU residents’ trips are inside the EU
Oct 12Destination
WTTC sets out 8 Priorities to secure Europe's Travel & Tourism leadership as governments across the region shape new tourism strategies
Oct 12Destination
Barcelona authorities raise tourist taxes
Oct 9Agency
WTTC Global Summit Opens in Malta
Oct 9Hotel
Tourism nights booked online up 5.3% in Q2 2026
Oct 5Cruise
Marella Cruises launches summer 2028 sailings featuring brand-new Greek port
Oct 5Destination