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EU delegation heads to Greenland as geopolitical and tourism interest grows
MEP Jens Gieseke will lead a delegation from the European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) on a four-day visit to Greenland this week to discuss connectivity, transport infrastructure, and sustainable tourism. The visit comes as the Arctic territory finds itself at the centre of growing geopolitical interest, fuelled...
Australia announces tougher visa rules and detention for overstaying tourists
Australia will begin detaining visitors who overstay their visas as part of a broader immigration crackdown aimed at reducing migration and discouraging people from remaining illegally in the country. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke announced that the Australian Border Force would recruit an additional 100 compliance officers to detain or...
Ryanair boss makes U-turn over “rapists” remark after refusing to apologise
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary issued a “sincere and unreserved” apology on Friday, 18 September, after calling rival airlines “rapists” over their high fares. The low-cost airline boss’s comments caused an uproar, and prompted an unexpected mea culpa after he realised his “careless” choice of words had caused “considerable upset and...
Global tourism growth slows to 0.4% as Middle East conflict weighs on travel
International tourism growth slowed sharply to just 0.4% in the first half of 2026, as conflict in the Middle East, higher oil prices and persistent inflation put pressure on travel demand and costs. According to the latest World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism, an estimated 690 million tourists travelled internationally...
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Transport.
Lufthansa unveils new Bavarian crew uniforms for Oktoberfest 2026
Lufthansa is marking Oktoberfest 2026 with newly designed traditional Bavarian outfits for selected cabin crews, alongside special menus, themed amenity kits and seasonal offerings in its lounges across Germany. The new collection was created by Lower Bavarian traditional clothing manufacturer Spieth & Wensky and combines elements of regional dress with...
Ryanair boss makes U-turn over “rapists” remark after refusing to apologise
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary issued a “sincere and unreserved” apology on Friday, 18 September, after calling rival airlines “rapists” over their high fares. The low-cost airline boss’s comments caused an uproar, and prompted an unexpected mea culpa after he realised his “careless” choice of words had caused “considerable upset and...
Singapore Airlines named world’s best airline for sixth time at 2026 Skytrax Awards
Singapore Airlines’ sixth world title reinforces Asia’s command of premium aviation, while the regional spread of winners shows where carriers are investing—and where competitive gaps are widening. Singapore Airlines’ return to the top of the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards is more than a reputational victory. Its sixth overall win,...
FAA to launch new SMART AI system to help manage US air traffic
The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is set to introduce a new artificial intelligence (AI) system by Monday, 21 September 2026, as part of wider attempts to overhaul the way US air traffic control (ATC) is implemented. The “SMART” system (standing for Strategic Management of Airspace Routes and Trajectories)...
Which airlines still fly through Russian airspace?
Thirty airlines continue to operate scheduled flights through Russian airspace or to destinations inside the country. Most are based in China, Central Asia, Türkiye, the Middle East and Africa. European and North American carriers, by comparison, largely stopped using Russian airspace following the invasion of Ukraine. The remaining airlines can...
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Kauaʻi urges tourists to return and support small businesses after Hurricane Lowell
After being hit by Hurricane Lowell at the start of September 2026, Kauaʻi initially asked tourists to stay away in order not to hinder its recovery. Now that a couple of weeks have passed since the disaster, the Hawaiian island and its small businesses in particular are urging visitors to...
US airlines cut flights as jet fuel prices surge
Major US airlines are cutting planned flights as jet fuel prices climb again, with American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines adjusting capacity in response to rising operating costs. The global average jet fuel price rose by 6.1% in a week to $181.46 (€153) per barrel, according to the International...
European Mobility Week marks 25 years with focus on sustainable transport
European Mobility Week began on 16 September 2026, kicking off a week of events aimed at raising awareness of sustainable urban mobility with a launch in Strasbourg. The week encourages behavioural change in favour of active mobility, public transport, and other clean, intelligent transport solutions, and culminates in Car Free...
Kauaʻi asks visitors to pause as Hurricane Lowell recovery puts tourism under strain
Power cuts, damaged roads, and pressure on essential supplies have prompted calls to postpone Kauaʻi trips, while tourism leaders encourage holidaymakers to redirect—not abandon—their Hawaiʻi plans. Kauaʻi’s visitor economy is facing a delicate trade-off once more, after Hurricane Lowell: the island needs space and resources for recovery, yet many livelihoods...
Thessaloniki to host CIVITAS Forum 2026 on sustainable urban and tourism mobility
The historic Greek port city of Thessaloniki is set to host delegates at the CIVITAS Forum 2026, an international, three-day conference focusing on “smart, inclusive and sustainable urban mobility.” The Forum aims to bring together city representatives, policymakers, practitioners, planners, academics, and mobility enthusiasts from across Europe and beyond to exchange...
August 2026 was world’s joint hottest month ever recorded, Copernicus finds
August 2026 was the world’s joint hottest month ever recorded, tying with July 2023 as global temperatures climbed back above 1.5°C over pre-industrial levels, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). The global average surface air temperature reached 16.96°C last month, which is 0.85°C above the 1991–2020 average. It...
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Studio KO transforms historic Tashkent tram depot into contemporary arts centre
A former tram depot and diesel power station in the heart of Tashkent has been transformed into Uzbekistan’s first permanent centre dedicated to contemporary art, following a renovation by Paris-based architecture firm Studio KO. The Centre for Contemporary Arts Tashkent (CCA), which opened to the public on 6 September, occupies...
The women of Naibunga Lower: Chui Mamas, choosing another way to live
This is the second in a four-part series exploring Naibunga Lower through the lives, experiences and stories of the women who call this part of Northern Kenya home. My journey through Naibunga Lower Community Conservancy brought me to three women’s groups, one in each of the communities that collectively own...
King Charles’ Balmoral Castle to welcome visitors for five-week autumn opening
The gardens of the private residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla are getting ready for autumn. Nature enthusiasts will be able to take part in an Autumn Garden Walk on select dates in September and October 2026. Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, has a long and complicated history....
Akhal-Teke World Championship celebrates Turkmen heritage in the Netherlands
For three days, the Peelbergen Equestrian Centre in the Netherlands became the international home of one of the world's oldest and most distinctive horse breeds, as the Akhal-Teke World Championship 2026 brought together more than 300 guests from around the world. Held from 4 to 6 September in Kronenberg, the event combined...
Destination.
National Geographic Expeditions and G Adventures unveil 30 new itineraries
National Geographic Expeditions and G Adventures have unveiled thirty new or updated itineraries, with departures scheduled throughout 2027 and 2028. The two tour operators frame the collaboration around a shared mission of “exploring the world and leaving it better than they found it”. That mindset is at the heart of...
Kenya’s Samburu leads Intrepid’s 10 ‘Not Hot’ destinations for 2027
Intrepid Travel has revealed ten lesser-visited destinations that it believes are ready to welcome more tourists in 2027. Its annual Not Hot List includes places in Africa, Europe, Asia and the Americas, with Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve occupying first place. The name does not suggest that the locations are unattractive...
How Astana and Almaty are reshaping travel and business in Central Asia
Central Asia’s urban map is changing fast. Trade diversification, youthful populations and rapid digital adoption are turning its principal cities into substantial markets and increasingly important destinations for business, tourism and international events. Tashkent, Bishkek and Dushanbe are modernising, while Shymkent and Samarkand are expanding their economic and cultural roles....
New 193 km walking route through Cumbria to open this month
A new 193 km (120-mile) walking route through some of northern England’s most scenic landscapes is set to officially open this month, linking the North Pennines with the shores of Morecambe Bay. The Westmorland and Furness Way will launch on 15 September, creating a six-stage long-distance route from Alston, England’s...
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Tourism is an accumulation of layers of complexity 💡
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New rules are reshaping Europe’s short-term rental market 🏡🇪🇺
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4 summer hotspots in Tervuren ☀️🍃
📍 Tervuren, Belgium
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Different travellers. Different expectations. How can hospitality keep up?
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What should Europe preserve to remain the world’s leading tourism destination? 🇪🇺
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Did you know? Around 97% of the world’s cruise ships are built in Europe 🚢
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MSC Cruises is setting sail toward the next generation 🚢✨
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One destination everyone should cruise to at least once in their life? 🚢
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Disney World to test AI hotel search for prices and resort comparisons
Walt Disney World is preparing to test a redesigned hotel-selection experience on its official website. The new system was developed in partnership with Google Cloud and includes several tools powered by artificial intelligence. It is intended to help travellers compare prices, check availability and find accommodation matching their needs. The...
Pokémon and Not A Hotel to open Poké Ball-shaped hotel in Japan
A human-sized Poké Ball-shaped hotel is set to open in Hokkaido, Japan. The collaboration with hotel Not A Hotel celebrates the 30th anniversary of Pokémon and the third anniversary of Pokémon Sleep. Although for some people, it may be hard to imagine there ever was a world without Pokémon, the...
Booking and Expedia account for 85% of Europe’s OTA market, HOTREC study finds
The 2026 edition of the European Hotel Distribution Study by European hospitality organisation HOTREC shows an imbalance in hotel bookings through OTAs in Europe. As Booking Holdings and Expedia Group control 85% of the market, the association calls for firm EU action to ensure fair and transparent digital markets. For...
Why is the EU tightening rules on short-term rentals?
The European Commission wants to create a common framework for housing measures across the EU, including guidance on when regional and local authorities may restrict short-term rentals. The proposal follows a series of local crackdowns on holiday lets, introduced as popular destinations struggle with housing shortages and rising prices. The Commission's aim...
Madrid Formula 1 Grand Prix pushing rental prices to record highs as residents face growing pressure
Short-term rental prices at the higher end of Madrid’s accommodation market have soared ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, while locals are complaining that the event will bring noise, mobility problems and pollution to the city. Some apartments in the host neighbourhood of Valdebebas have seen rental prices increase by as much as 1,000% for the...