Travel Beirut airport under fire: how Beirut survives between war, security and global air hubs Find out how Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport remains open amid regional tensions and how its resilience differs from Tel Aviv’s security model and the stability of major hubs in Doha and Dubai. We bring an overview of the key differences, risks and consequences for Lebanon and the region. Apr 1, 2026 at 4:02 PM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Saharan dust over Gran Canaria raised the health risk while the island is recording the peak of the tourist season Find out what is behind the new wave of calima in Gran Canaria, why air quality has become a health issue, and how dangerous Saharan dust overlapped with a period of strong tourist traffic, with warnings from the authorities, expert recommendations, and questions about informing visitors. Apr 1, 2026 at 11:39 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Cuban tourism is sinking under the pressure of fuel shortages and U.S. measures, and workers are being left without income Find out how fuel shortages, flight disruptions and the tightening of U.S. measures have further hit Cuban tourism. We bring an overview of the consequences for taxi drivers, tourist guides, small landlords and the wider economy of Cuba, which is finding it increasingly difficult to recover from a prolonged crisis. Apr 1, 2026 at 6:17 AM · Tourism desk
Travel SUNx Malta launches a global competition for young authors and through Dodo4Kids brings climate-responsible tourism closer to children Find out how SUNx Malta, through the Dodo4Kids project and a new international competition for young authors, wants to bring climate change, sustainable tourism, and nature protection closer to children, and why the dodo is becoming a symbol of hope, resilience, and more responsible travel in the future. Apr 1, 2026 at 6:01 AM · Tourism desk
Travel WTM Africa 2026 in Cape Town brings together the tourism industry with a focus on investment, technology and sustainability Find out what WTM Africa 2026 in Cape Town brings, where tourism professionals, investors and technology experts will gather from 13 to 15 April. We bring an overview of the fair’s most important topics, from investment and artificial intelligence to the sustainable development of African tourism. Apr 1, 2026 at 5:50 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Wingo launches a direct Medellín–Montego Bay route as Jamaica strengthens tourism from Latin America Find out what Wingo’s new direct route between Medellín and Montego Bay means for Jamaica, Colombian travelers, and the expansion of tourism from Latin America. We bring an overview of the flight start dates, the importance of the route, and the broader strategy of strengthening Caribbean air connectivity. Apr 1, 2026 at 5:14 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Nepal is building a model of accessible tourism: from National Day 2026 to trails that are changing travel Find out how Nepal, despite demanding terrain and infrastructural limitations, is building a recognisable model of accessible tourism. We bring an overview of National Accessible Tourism Day 2026, the role of Pankaj Pradhananga, the development of adapted trails, and the challenges still facing the sector. Apr 1, 2026 at 5:14 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Turkish tourism reached a record: nearly 64 million visitors and 65.2 billion dollars in revenue Find out how Turkey achieved a historic tourism result despite geopolitical challenges. We bring an overview of the key figures, the role of Turkish Airlines, revenue growth, strengthening international connectivity, and the reasons why the country remains among the world’s leading destinations. Apr 1, 2026 at 5:14 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Global tourism in 2026 under pressure: labor shortages, security risks, and lagging infrastructure Find out why global tourism in 2026 is facing labor shortages, cyber threats, security risks, and infrastructure constraints. We bring an overview of the changes that could affect prices, service quality, and traveler trust. Mar 31, 2026 at 6:22 PM · Tourism desk
Travel A new amphitheater in Dubuque opens in July and should bring a stronger tourism and economic boost to the city Find out what the opening of the new amphitheater in Dubuque brings, how it fits into the development of Schmitt Island, and why local authorities expect a higher number of visitors, a stronger concert offering, and an additional boost to tourism, hospitality, and the local economy. Mar 31, 2026 at 6:01 PM · Tourism desk
Travel ITA Airways joins Star Alliance while Eurowings remains outside the alliance: what it means for passengers and Lufthansa Group Find out what ITA Airways’ membership in Star Alliance from April 1 means for passengers, the Italian market, and Lufthansa Group’s expansion. We provide an overview of the reasons why ITA is joining the global alliance, while Eurowings, despite having the same owner, remains outside that network. Mar 31, 2026 at 4:03 PM · Tourism desk
Travel Global air traffic is growing strongly, but more expensive fuel, war and regional differences are changing the industry’s outlook Find out what lies behind the strong growth in global air traffic in February 2026 and why airlines are at the same time entering a period of greater uncertainty. We bring an overview of IATA data, growth in Asia and Latin America, the weakness of the Middle East and the pressure of more expensive fuel on ticket prices and flight networks. Mar 31, 2026 at 2:15 PM · Business Editorial Department