Global tourism growth slows to 0.4% in H1 2026 as Middle East conflict, higher travel costs and inflation reshape international travel demand.
Lufthansa plans to resume Dubai flights from October 2026, restoring vital Europe-Middle East connectivity with up to 36 weekly services.
Rising jet fuel prices are set to reshape the aviation industry in 2026, squeezing airline profits and making higher ticket prices increasingly likely. Driven by geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility, the surge in fuel costs is forcing carriers to rethink operations while leaving travelers to brace for more expensive air travel in the months ahead.
Mexico strengthened its position as a leading global tourism destination in 2025, recording strong growth in international arrivals, visitor spending, and travel demand. Driven by luxury tourism, expanded air connectivity, and diverse travel experiences, the country continues to attract millions of visitors while reinforcing its role as a key tourism powerhouse in North America.
Morocco launches Airports 2030, a $3.6B initiative modernizing aviation infrastructure, boosting tourism, and upgrading Casablanca, Marrakech, and more by 2030.
Hong Kong’s hotel tax underperforms in Q1 2025, with room prices falling and hoteliers calling for support amid sluggish recovery in the tourism sector.
From August 2025, Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines launch joint fares, expand codeshares across Southeast Asia, India, UK & Maldives, plus lounge access.
8.8‑magnitude quake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggers tsunami alerts in Japan, disrupting Pacific travel as ‘Baba Vanga’ prophecy fuels tourist fears.
