Travel South Korea changes tourism policy: President Lee Jae-myung calls for quality and fair prices Here is an overview of the announced tourism “reset” in South Korea: President Lee Jae-myung is calling for higher service quality, fairer and clearer prices, and stricter measures against overcharging. The plan includes strengthening regions beyond Seoul, easing entry procedures, and the ambition of 30 million visitors by 2030. Mar 1, 2026 at 8:38 AM · Tourism desk
Travel U.S. security policy and sanctions on Cuba: CARICOM in 2026 between solidarity and regional tourism Find out how U.S. energy sanctions on Cuba and Washington’s security pressure on CARICOM are reshaping tourism in the Caribbean. We explain what this means for flights, cruises, energy prices, and investments, and why small island states fear wider instability. Overview as of 1. March 2026. Mar 1, 2026 at 8:06 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Afghanistan and Pakistan at ITB Berlin 2026 amid border escalation threatening tourism plans Find out how Afghanistan and Pakistan announced appearances at ITB Berlin 2026, while clashes on the border escalate with air and artillery strikes. We bring what is known about security risks, crossing closures, travel advisories, and how the crisis could affect contracts, tourism plans, and the travel season. Mar 1, 2026 at 7:32 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Turkish Airlines denies a complete suspension of flights to Iran, but cancels some evening departures from Istanbul Here is an overview of the latest information: Turkish Airlines says it has not suspended all flights to Iran and that daytime services to Tehran are still on sale, but some evening departures have been cancelled due to heightened regional tensions and security assessments. Find out what this means for passengers, connections in Istanbul and options to change or refund tickets. Mar 1, 2026 at 7:32 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Angola as Host Country of ITB Berlin 2026: a cultural gala and an attempt to pivot toward tourism beyond oil Find out why Angola has taken on the role of host country at ITB Berlin 2026 and how the “The Rhythm of Life” gala opens the anniversary fair from 3 to 5 March. We bring an overview of political visibility, rebranding, visa facilitation and plans for tourism, alongside sustainability and investment, to become part of economic diversification beyond oil. Mar 1, 2026 at 6:59 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Puerto Vallarta returns to normal after security operations in Jalisco, flights and tourism steadier Find out what happened in Jalisco and how Puerto Vallarta is calming down after security operations: flights are gradually returning, hotels and tourism services are operating, and patrols remain stepped up. We bring what travelers need to check before traveling and why Cancún, Los Cabos and other destinations are seeing steady traffic. Mar 1, 2026 at 6:58 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Emirates and Qatar Airways suspended flights after the closure of airspace above the Persian Gulf We provide an overview of the emergency suspension of Emirates and Qatar Airways flights after the closure of airspace in the Persian Gulf. Find out how connections in Dubai and Doha are affected, what is happening with international routes and cargo, and what to watch for with rebooking, flight status and planning an overnight stay. Mar 1, 2026 at 6:58 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Condor moves to Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport in summer 2027 and strengthens its partnership with Fraport at the hub Find out what Condor’s move to Frankfurt Airport’s new Terminal 3 in summer 2027 means: Fraport gains a stronger foundation for growth, while passengers can expect more modern processes, faster checks and clearer transfer organization. We also provide context on the terminal’s 2026 opening, the phased relocation of carriers, and Condor’s A330neo fleet modernization and sustainability focus. Mar 1, 2026 at 6:38 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Destinations International gathered tourism communications professionals in Cleveland and presented a destination reputation study Find out how Destinations International at the MarCom Summit in Cleveland opened a discussion on artificial intelligence, pressure on budgets and building trust, and presented a study showing how reputation, safety and social issues are changing the decisions of event organizers and travelers. Mar 1, 2026 at 6:37 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Lufthansa and Brussels Airlines introduce ICE to Brussels Airport from September 2026, the train replaces short feeder flights Find out how the Lufthansa Group, via Brussels Airlines and Deutsche Bahn, introduces ICE trains into a single booking to Brussels Airport from 7 September 2026. We explain what the Cologne–Aachen–Liège–Leuven–Zaventem route brings, how the connection guarantee works, and why price differences still slow the concept’s expansion. Feb 27, 2026 at 6:19 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Boeing steps up the 777-9 campaign as the FAA tightens oversight after the 737 MAX and the Alaska Airlines incident Find out why Boeing is publicly highlighting strict icing tests and certification of the new 777-9, what additional checks the FAA is requiring, and how, after the NTSB investigation of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 and the 737 MAX case, timelines, costs, and 777X delivery plans are changing — now expected only in 2027 — for carriers and passengers. Feb 27, 2026 at 5:29 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel Nairobi Declaration on Tourism Resilience in Nairobi: five countries signed a framework for faster recovery Find out what the Nairobi Declaration on Global Tourism Resilience brings and why Jamaica’s Minister Edmund Bartlett calls it a turning point. We provide an overview of the signatories, goals, and the emphasis on a coordinated response to crises, from pandemics to climate extremes. Check what is changing for destinations, the industry, and travelers. Feb 20, 2026 at 3:14 PM · Tourism desk