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Godzilla invades Tokyo’s Haneda airport for a year-long installation

The nine-metre-tall statue will stand in Haneda Airport’s departures hall for one year.

Focus

WTM London 2025 spotlights slow travel, culture and sustainability

At World Travel Market 2025 in London, global destinations showcased new trends from slow tourism to sustainable travel and cultural experiences reshaping the post-pandemic industry.

Adventures

Mount Nemrut and the Euphrates: history shaped by stone and water

In partnership with GoTürkiye

In Türkiye’s southeast, monumental archaeology meets living tradition. From the summit of Mount Nemrut to the banks of the Euphrates, this region reflects shifting power, belief and adaptation.

Destinations

Backwaters and elephant parades: Why Kerala should be your next trip

Heard of Kalaripayattu martial arts, Kathakali dance or the Thrissur Pooram festival? If not, Kerala might just be the ultimate destination for your next trip.

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Travel News

Uzbekistan’s hospitality sector expands with record tourist arrivals

Uzbekistan’s hospitality industry is expanding fast. At HORECA EXPO 2025 in Tashkent, experts and investors discussed how hotels, local suppliers and new technologies are driving the country’s record tourism growth.

Destinations

Beyond the beaches: How the Philippines is redefining paradise

As the Philippines looks to the future, tourism is becoming less about sightseeing and more about meaningful connection - with its people, its food and its traditions.

Destinations

How Croatia is redefining what it means to travel slow

At the World Travel Market in London, Bisera Fabrio from the Croatian National Tourist Board described a country defined by warmth, authenticity and a “genuine Mediterranean spirit”.

Travel News

Gastro Forum Tashkent 2025: From kitchens to culture

At Gastro Forum 2025 in Tashkent, local and international chefs discussed service, training, and the digital tools shaping Central Asia’s growing restaurant industry.

Cinema

Madrid regional government will co-fund Woody Allen’s new film

The investment by Madrid’s regional government is described as a “sponsorship by the community of Madrid of the promotional campaign for a feature film.”

Travel News

Central Asian countries strengthen cooperation in hospitality

At HORECA Expo 2025 in Tashkent, representatives from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan discussed digital tools, service culture, and how cross-border cooperation is shaping Central Asia’s fast-developing hospitality industry.

Grand Voyager

Grand Voyager | Exploring Diriyah, Saudi Arabia

In partnership with Media City

From ancient mud-brick palaces to lush golf courses, Diriyah blends heritage, culture, and modern sophistication. But what is it about this historic district that makes it such a fascinating destination for locals and visitors?

Travel News

Travelling to Thailand? What to expect during the mourning period

Although much of the country will wear mourning attire, tourists are not expected to do the same.

Around Azerbaijan

Exploring Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan region above and below sea level

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

Discover the natural wonders of Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan region – from an underground health centre to a lake perched high up in the mountains.

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Mass evacuations in Vietnam as Hoi An floods

Prolonged torrential rain has caused severe flooding in Da Nang region, with Hoi An's streets turning into rivers. Authorities are evacuating residents and tourists to safety.

Europe in Motion

'Patriotic' travel: The EU nations least likely to leave home turf

Do the French really hate trying local cuisine abroad? Who are the most 'sedentary' travellers? New data on EU tourists shows where and how they spend their travel budget.

World News

Japanese tourist falls from the Pantheon parapet and dies

A 70-year-old Japanese man visiting Rome tragically died on Friday evening after falling from the parapet of the Pantheon. The authorities are investigating what happened.

Travel News

Angola, Mozambique and Egypt advocate greater cooperation to promote tourism in Africa

In a panel discussion at the Global Tourism Forum, leaders from Angola, Mozambique and Egypt explored the economic impact of tourism, its role in job creation and the importance of investment in tourism infrastructure in Africa.

Travel News

Airbnb safety concerns can deter travellers. Can transparency fix it?

Airbnb safety reviews can influence bookings, new study shows

Travel News

Portugal voted Europe's 'Best Destination' for 2025

Several destinations in Portugal were also recognised, such as Lisbon, Porto and Madeira.

Travel News

Japan hikes visitor fees amid tourism boom

Japan’s new taxes aim to control record visitor numbers while funding education and infrastructure.