Travel Sherin Francis wins the Women’s Tabloid Award 2025: Seychelles strengthens sustainable and inclusive tourism leadership Find out why Sherin Francis, the Principal Secretary for Tourism of Seychelles, received the Women’s Tabloid Award 2025. We provide the context of the recognition and the ceremony in Dubai, what it says about sustainable tourism on islands, and how Seychelles, through inclusive leadership and authentic stories, is setting standards for travelers and the industry. Feb 9, 2026 at 3:28 PM · Tourism desk
Travel Europe or the U.S. in 2026: how the “Trump factor” and controversies from Belgrade to Washington are changing tourism Find out why some European travelers in 2026 increasingly choose Europe’s predictability over the U.S.: from worsening views of the U.S. in European polls to the Belgrade affair surrounding Trump’s hotel. We explain how limited flight capacity and major events like the 2026 World Cup increase the importance of trust, and what IATA and U.S. Travel say about the trends. Feb 9, 2026 at 3:11 PM · Tourism desk
Travel Bulgarians are traveling abroad more in 2026: longer holidays, farther destinations and growing interest in cruises Find out why Bulgaria, although among the lowest in income in the EU, is recording strong growth in travel abroad. We bring what NSI and Eurostat data say about the length of holidays, spending and the most common destinations, with the context of record traffic at Sofia Airport. More and more travel is organised independently, and interest in cruises is also growing. Feb 8, 2026 at 11:03 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Avianca brings back daily Bogotá–Caracas flights from 12 February 2026 after a security assessment and coordination Find out what Avianca’s return on the Bogotá–Caracas route means: from 12 February 2026, daily flights are introduced after an assessment of operational and security conditions in cooperation with the authorities. We bring you the published schedule, the background of earlier disruptions, and practical tips for planning connections and fare conditions. Feb 6, 2026 at 9:18 AM · Tourism desk
Travel The USA risks a decline in international tourism: Brand USA, funding cuts and stricter border checks in 2026 Find out why some travelers, especially from Canada, are planning a trip to the USA more cautiously. We explain what the cuts mean for Brand USA, proposals for tougher checks such as collecting social media data, and long visa waits. We also explain why this could affect host-city revenues and the atmosphere ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Feb 6, 2026 at 8:25 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Destinations International and EY-Parthenon: new report links inbound tourism in Canada and export growth Learn what the new Destinations International and EY-Parthenon report brings on how inbound tourism, business events and better air connectivity can strengthen Canadian exports, with an explanation of the estimated impact of visitor growth, warnings about the analysis’s limitations, and what this means for destinations, cities and exporters. Feb 6, 2026 at 6:49 AM · Business Editorial Department
Travel HTP Korčula and HTP Orebić are merging into Aminess: integration of the South Dalmatian portfolio and effects on shareholders Find out what the merger of HTP Korčula and HTP Orebić into Aminess means: how the procedure and registration in the court register proceed, what the share exchange ratios are and the payout deadlines for fractions, and why the integration is linked to faster investments, sustainability, and destination management of Korčula and Orebić. We also bring the key figures and the context of consolidation in Croatian tourism. Feb 5, 2026 at 12:19 PM · Tourism desk
Travel Jamaica and Sierra Leone in Kingston Strengthen Tourism Between Africa and the Caribbean Along with Global Tourism Resilience Day 2026 Find out how Jamaica and Sierra Leone, after talks in Kingston, agreed on stronger Africa-Caribbean tourism cooperation, a youth seminar on the occasion of Global Tourism Resilience Day on February 17, 2026, and cultural exchange projects. We also bring the context of the UN resolution, the role of the GTRCMC, and Sierra Leone's plans for the Year of Culture and Creativity. Feb 5, 2026 at 9:51 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Antigua and Barbuda in 2026: "People-First" Tourism Strategy, Sustainability, Investments, Cruises, and Air Access Find out what the Antigua and Barbuda tourism strategy for 2026 brings: Minister Charles Fernandez announces growth with sustainability, new hotel investments, expansion of cruise traffic through Antigua Cruise Port, and faster passenger entry via ArriveAntigua.com. We bring an overview of projects and what they mean for communities. Feb 5, 2026 at 9:51 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Dominican Republic and Mexico in dispute at FITUR in Madrid: tourism promotion turns into rivalry Find out what sparked the controversy between the Dominican Republic and Mexico at FITUR 2026 in Madrid. We bring the context of the performance, complaints about alleged disruption, and why tourism promotion, along with music and protocol, easily becomes a matter of reputation and diplomacy. Check how Minister David Collado, Mexico's status as a partner country, and what this means for the market struggle in the Caribbean are mentioned in the story. Feb 5, 2026 at 9:32 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Destinations International opens applications for the Tourism for All certificate and six months of online training Find out what Destinations International’s new program offers: a six-month virtual cohort provides tools for destination leaders for more accessible and inclusive tourism, strengthening community partnerships, and creating a concrete action plan and implementation. Check the 2026 cohort dates and who the certificate is intended for. Feb 4, 2026 at 9:28 AM · Tourism desk
Travel Nicosia hosts 'Tourism of Tomorrow' conference on February 27, 2026: Cyprus and EU leaders on sustainability Find out why European decision-makers and the tourism industry are gathering in Nicosia on February 27, 2026: the CSTI conference, alongside the Cypriot presidency of the Council of the EU, opens topics of marine plastic, sustainable transport, and destination resilience. We bring the context and what it means for local communities, nature, and the visitor experience in Cyprus. Feb 3, 2026 at 11:44 AM · Tourism desk