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EU visa rules for Russian tourists and Sweden’s proposal for stricter Schengen travel controls

Sweden’s call for tougher EU visa rules for Russian tourists has renewed debate over Schengen travel, security checks and tourism during the war in Ukraine. The World Tourism Network opposes a blanket ban and argues for a selective approach to visa restrictions

05.06.2026

Travel

How medical tourism became a global industry that connects treatment, travel, wellness, and longevity

Find out how medical tourism grew into a multi-billion-dollar global industry that connects hospitals, wellness, longevity, and travel. We provide an overview of the reasons behind market growth, the role of organizations such as WTTC and WTN, and the main opportunities and risks for patients and destinations.

28.03.2026

Travel

Berlin ahead of ITB 2026: World Tourism Network and eTurboNews bring together leaders, Bartlett highlights resilience

Find out what is behind the sold-out World Tourism Network and eTurboNews dinner in Berlin, held ahead of ITB 2026 at Messe Berlin: participants discussed tourism resilience, climate education, and measurable sustainability, with remarks by Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett. We bring the key messages and context.

03.03.2026

Travel

Germany organizes evacuations from the Persian Gulf as ITB Berlin suffers the consequences of airspace closures

Find out how Germany is bringing back citizens entangled in Gulf air-traffic chaos via Riyadh and Muscat, and why the World Tourism Network is calling for support also for international ITB Berlin delegates, at a moment when airspace closures are reshaping travel plans. We bring key information on flight disruptions and possible solutions.

03.03.2026

Travel

WTN Bangladesh hosted a Ramadan iftar at Hotel Agrabad in Chattogram for more than 100 children without parental care

Find out how World Tourism Network (WTN) in Bangladesh on February 28, 2026 at Hotel Agrabad in Chattogram brought together more than 100 children without parental care for a Ramadan iftar. The initiative was led by Dr. H. M. Hakim Ali, and the event was presented as part of WTN’s global commitment to compassion and social responsibility through tourism leadership.

02.03.2026

Travel

Jamaica, with Minister Edmund Bartlett, strengthens ties with Latin America, focusing on air links and ITB Berlin 2026

Learn how Jamaica, led by Minister Edmund Bartlett, talks in Colombia and Panama with Avianca, Wingo, and Copa Airlines about more flights, while in Berlin—ahead of ITB Berlin 2026—it strengthens sales channels and partnerships at World Tourism Network events. We explain what this means for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.

01.03.2026

Travel

Global Tourism Resilience Day: Edmund Bartlett honored in Nairobi, tourism resilience in the spotlight ahead of ITB in Berlin

Find out what Global Tourism Resilience Day means for travelers and destinations: the UN calls for stronger crisis preparedness, and Jamaica’s minister Edmund Bartlett received a lifetime achievement award in Nairobi. We also bring what to expect ahead of ITB Berlin 2026 and the World Tourism Network dinner. Alongside climate and security risks, tourism resilience is becoming key policy, and Bartlett is coming to Berlin as the guest of honor of eTurboNews and WTN.

19.02.2026

Travel