Riyadh Air Takes Flight: A New Era Begins for Saudi Aviation
Riyadh Air has officially begun operations, turning years of planning into reality. The Kingdom’s new national carrier launched with its first Boeing 787 Dreaml
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Destinations International Expands Advocacy Leadership with New Global Roadmap
Destinations International has unveiled an expanded advocacy strategy and leadership structure to strengthen the role of destination organizations as community
Malta’s Tourism Ambition Comes Full Circle as WTTC Global Summit Brings World Leaders to Valletta
Malta’s long-term tourism strategy reaches a major milestone as the World Travel & Tourism Council brings its Global Summit to Valletta in October 2026. Wit
Antigua and Barbuda Spotlighted at CTO’s Caribbean Week in New York
The dynamic twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda was spotlighted this week at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week in New York, held f
Puerto Rico Sets New Cruise Passenger Record as Caribbean Tourism Surge Continues
Puerto Rico has achieved a record-breaking month for cruise passenger arrivals, underscoring the island’s growing importance in Caribbean tourism. Increased shi
IGLTA Mourns the Loss of President and CEO John Tanzella, Reflects on a Legacy That Changed Global Tourism
The global travel community is mourning the loss of IGLTA President and CEO John Tanzella, who died after an extended illness. For 20 years, he championed LGBTQ
All Aboard: Napa Valley’s Most Romantic Summer Journey Returns
This summer, the Napa Valley Wine Train invites travelers aboard its signature Legacy Experience, a luxurious journey through California’s famed Wine Country fe
Oman Bets on Tourism Growth with New Hotel Investments Amid Iran Uncertainty
Oman is strengthening its tourism sector with two new resort developments worth $31 million while maintaining strong visitor growth despite regional tensions li
Did FIFA Lose Its Global Appeal and Become an Event for a Privileged Few?
As the United States prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, questions are emerging about whether football’s biggest event remains truly global. While million
A Return to Khao Yai Reveals Why Thailand’s Nature Escape Keeps Getting Better
A recent return to Khao Yai reminded me why this mountain destination remains one of Thailand’s most rewarding escapes. From wild elephants and misty forests to
WTTC Warns Border Delays from Europe’s New Entry/Exit System Could Put $45.4 Billion in Visitor Spending at Risk
A new WTTC study warns that prolonged border queues linked to Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) could jeopardize up to 41 million visitor arrivals and $45.4 bill
Air Zimbabwe Returns to London After 14 Years, Restoring a Vital Link to Zimbabwe
Air Zimbabwe is set to return to the UK market after a 14-year absence, launching nonstop flights between Harare and London Gatwick on July 1, 2026. The histori