Florida welcomed a record 143.3 million visitors during 2025, marking a slight increase of 0.2 percent over the previous year. Governor Ron DeSantis’ office released the preliminary figures, attributing the milestone primarily to strong domestic travel performance. Domestic visitors totaled 131 million, up 0.3 percent from 2024 levels. Overseas arrivals contributed nearly 9.3 million visitors,…
China Airlines collaborates with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to launch a limited-time fare promotion targeting travelers from the United States and Canada. The offer provides discounted tickets to Thailand and remains available through February 28, 2026. It supports expanded connectivity via China Airlines’ network. The partnership addresses strengthening long-haul demand from North America to…
Hilton plans a new Conrad Hotels & Resorts property in the Algarve region of Portugal. The Conrad Meia Praia Algarve will open in spring 2027. This marks the second Conrad-branded hotel in the area following an earlier announcement. The development targets the upscale segment of the growing Algarve market. The hotel positions itself along the…
Ennismore prepares to fully open its first property in India under the Morgans Originals brand. The Roswyn a Morgans Originals Hotel in Mumbai completed a soft opening and targets a complete launch by the end of March 2026. The group identifies India as a market now prepared for its lifestyle-oriented concepts. The Mumbai debut marks…
The French Riviera experiences renewed interest as a winter destination among affluent travelers. Mild Mediterranean weather draws visitors to Nice, Cannes, and Saint-Tropez during off-season months. New luxury hotel openings and quieter promenades contribute to the appeal. Properties such as Lily of the Valley near Saint-Tropez report strong occupancy on outdoor terraces in December and…
The United Kingdom begins full enforcement of its Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme on February 25, 2026. Airlines must deny boarding to any non-visa national without a valid ETA. Carriers face civil penalties for non-compliance under the updated Home Office directive. The transition period ends at 00:01 GMT on the enforcement date. Departure control systems switch…
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India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System corridor between Delhi and Meerut advances toward full operations. The Namo Bharat service now covers extended sections with reduced travel times across the National Capital Region. Commuters benefit from higher frequency and modern infrastructure designed for daily intercity movement. The corridor spans 82 kilometers from Sarai Kale Khan in…
FCM Travel released a detailed 12-page advisory on February 20, 2026, addressing the practical rollout of the European Entry/Exit System and the upcoming European Travel Information and Authorisation System for non-EU travelers. The bulletin compiles guidance from the European Commission, individual Schengen states, and airport operators. It highlights immediate operational realities affecting corporate travel from…
Bonaire recorded essentially flat tourism arrivals in January 2026 compared to the previous year. The Caribbean island welcomed a negligible increase of eight additional visitors during the peak winter season. This outcome reflects adjustments following the complete withdrawal of a major U.S. carrier’s nonstop service. JetBlue ceased operations to Bonaire effective January 3, 2026. The…