In 2025, the UK becomes a major cruise hub with new sailings to Spain, Portugal, Ireland, France, Germany, and the Mediterranean from Southampton and Dover.
Singapore Airlines joins ANA, Cathay Pacific, Garuda, and others in winning 2025’s World’s Best Cabin Crew, redefining in-flight luxury and global service excellence.
PM Modi visits Croatia—the first by an Indian PM—to strengthen ties in trade, defence, and culture while promoting global unity against terrorism.
Vietnam Airlines debuts its first non-stop Ho Chi Minh–Copenhagen route, boosting tourism, trade, and ties between Vietnam and Northern Europe.
As the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority faces leadership chaos, Native Hawaiian groups take charge, focusing on regenerative tourism and sustainable destination management.
Hilton to triple hotel presence in Africa, adding 100+ properties and creating 18,000 jobs in Ghana, Nigeria, Angola, Madagascar, Benin & more by 2029.
Israel Tourism Ministry aids 38,000 tourists with special departure flight registration via digital form amid crisis; coordination underway with airlines and agencies.
Japan launches a digital eVisa for tourists from 10 countries, allowing 90-day visits with online application—no embassy visits needed. Fast, secure, convenient
The Oberoi Group launches ‘Elements by Oberoi’ to lead eco-friendly hospitality, targeting zero wastewater discharge and 50% renewable energy by 2030.
Airbus explores an extended version of the A220 jet to increase seating capacity and attract new airline orders, as backlog declines and market demand shifts.
Canada and India restore diplomatic relations, reinstate high commissioners, and plan to resume visa services, signaling revived tourism and business links.
Cruise lines expand Arctic homeports, debut luxury suites, and launch new itineraries and entertainment partnerships to redefine high-end sea travel in 2025.
