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The United States is the world's highest-value source market and a policy bellwether — when American travel sentiment, visa rules or trade politics shift, global flows follow. US outbound demand, transatlantic capacity and policy impacts on international travel all land here.
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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.
AviationHarald Gloy to become CEO of Lufthansa Technik AG
Harald Gloy will become the new CEO of Lufthansa Technik AG. He will succeed Soeren Stark, who is retiring, effective February 1, 2027.
LatestSpain will overtake France as the world’s most visited country by 2040
Worldwide, the number of tourist trips is expected to continue to increase, reaching 2.4 billion by 2040.
LatestMillions of people watched the first total solar eclipse in Europe in 27 years
The first total solar eclipse in Europe in 27 years was watched by millions of people. The eclipse lasted the longest—approximately 2 minutes and 18 seconds—in western Iceland.
AgencyWorst is over and bookings are improving, Amadeus CEO says about Iran war hit
Amadeus CEO Luis Maroto reports that air travel bookings are recovering after Middle East tensions and route disruptions caused a 7.6% decline in quarterly bookings.
HotelHyatt Hotels reported second quarter 2026 results
Hyatt Hotels shares fell 9% after the company lowered its annual net rooms growth forecast, despite reporting solid second-quarter results and a strong development pipeline.
LatestThe U.S. issued a travel advisory for two countries
The United States has issued urgent travel advisories for Israel and Lebanon, citing complex security situations and high tensions in the Middle East.
DestinationThe global destinations where holidaymakers feel the happiest
A new global study by JustCover analyzes over one million online travel reviews across 155 destinations to reveal the places where holidaymakers feel the happiest.
Destination25 people have died due to an extreme heat wave in the U.S.
A severe heat wave sweeping across the United States has claimed 25 lives, prompting widespread heat advisories for nearly 40 million residents.
AviationThe world’s most beautiful airports for 2026
Prix Versailles has revealed its highly anticipated list of the seven most beautiful airports in the world for 2026, celebrating innovative architectural design.
SportsFIFA World Cup 2026 sets new benchmark for trusted, seamless travel across borders
A new WTTC report reveals how the 2026 FIFA World Cup's trusted travel model and digital border innovations are setting new standards for secure, seamless global mobility.
LifestyleUp to 41 Million European visitor arrivals at risk if EES border delays reach three hours
Prolonged border delays from Europe's new Entry/Exit System (EES) could risk 41 million visitor arrivals and $45.4 billion in spending, according to WTTC research.
DestinationChina poised to become the world’s leading economy in the sector
China’s Travel & Tourism (T&T) sector is undergoing a phase of accelerated expansion, positioning it as a strong example of sustained tourism growth, and placing the country firmly on track to...
DestinationMexico leads North America in travel & tourism growth, spend and arrivals in 2025
Mexico emerged as North America’s strongest Travel & Tourism performer in 2025, outperforming both the United States and Canada across key growth indicators including Travel & Tourism GDP,...

Travellers become different people when on holiday
Sep 17
WTTC announces high profile speakers for 2026 Global Summit
Sep 15
Harald Gloy to become CEO of Lufthansa Technik AG
Sep 4
Spain will overtake France as the world’s most visited country by 2040
Aug 21
Millions of people watched the first total solar eclipse in Europe in 27 years
Aug 13
Worst is over and bookings are improving, Amadeus CEO says about Iran war hit
Aug 4
Hyatt Hotels reported second quarter 2026 results
Jul 31
The U.S. issued a travel advisory for two countries
Jul 20
The global destinations where holidaymakers feel the happiest
Jul 14
25 people have died due to an extreme heat wave in the U.S.
Jul 6
The world’s most beautiful airports for 2026
Jun 16
FIFA World Cup 2026 sets new benchmark for trusted, seamless travel across borders
Jun 15
Up to 41 Million European visitor arrivals at risk if EES border delays reach three hours
Jun 9
China poised to become the world’s leading economy in the sector
Jun 4