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Phuket’s southwest monsoon is reshaping beach holidays across Patong, Karon and Kamala as rough seas, strong winds and dangerous currents increase pressure on swimming, marine excursions and coastal tourism. The island remains open to visitors, and tourism activity continues across Phuket. However, conditions along the exposed west coast can change quickly during the monsoon, making […]
Bahrain and other Gulf tourism economies are entering a period of heightened economic uncertainty as the United States intensifies sanctions against Iran, increasing pressure on regional trade, financial networks, shipping and energy markets. The sanctions directly target Iran and entities linked to its oil, financial, military and commercial networks. However, their wider effects are being
The United States has expanded economic pressure on Cuba through new sanctions targeting state-linked organisations and individuals, creating fresh uncertainty for tourism investment, infrastructure development and international business activity across the Caribbean nation. The latest measures include restrictions affecting Cuban state-owned enterprises connected with strategic economic sectors, alongside individuals and organisations linked to the government.
Shangri-La Toronto is preparing to transform the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival season into an immersive luxury hospitality experience combining accommodation, cinema-inspired dining, wellness rituals and private entertainment. The downtown hotel will provide festival visitors with a sophisticated base close to Toronto’s major cultural and entertainment districts during the 51st edition of TIFF. Its September
Japan’s Tohoku and Kyushu regions are offering travellers compelling alternatives to the familiar Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka tourism route, combining efficient railway connections with samurai heritage, seasonal festivals, volcanic landscapes, hot springs and centuries-old craftsmanship. Located at opposite ends of the country, the two regions showcase dramatically different sides of Japan. Tohoku stretches across six prefectures in northeastern
Dominica’s luxury hospitality landscape is gaining a new culinary attraction as InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa introduces Saltwood, a bistro-inspired restaurant combining international comfort cuisine with distinctive Caribbean flavours. Set within the resort at Cabrits National Park near Portsmouth, Saltwood expands the property’s food and beverage offering with premium dishes, handcrafted cocktails and an
Mallorca tourism will gain another high-end hospitality showcase on September 6, 2026, when Chapeau Palma headlines the Sunset Sessions programme at Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor. The evening will bring together signature cocktails, creative tapas and live entertainment at Cercle Bar from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm. Set against the natural surroundings of the
Dubai flight disruptions continue as Middle East tensions affect airline schedules, airspace and travel plans for Indian and international passengers.
Germany leads Romania’s foreign tourist arrivals in 2026 as Bucharest airports handle a record 8.46 million passengers in the first half of the year.
China business visa rejections for Indian companies are reportedly surging, creating fresh challenges for manufacturing, supplier meetings and business travel.
The Federal Kuala Lumpur has reopened after an extensive refurbishment, returning one of Malaysia’s most historically significant hotels to the heart of Bukit Bintang during the crucial Visit Malaysia 2026 tourism year. The renewed property features 150 refurbished guestrooms and suites while retaining important elements of its original identity. Its reopening combines contemporary accommodation with
Thailand is preparing to welcome its first Fairmont hotel as Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit moves toward its scheduled opening in the second half of 2026. The landmark property will strengthen Bangkok’s growing luxury hospitality sector while expanding the city’s appeal to international leisure, business and event travellers. Developed through a partnership involving Asset World Corp Public
