Hong Kong Hits 13.7 Million Tourists, Signals New Growth Era
Hong Kong’s tourism rebound accelerated in early 2026, with 13.7 million visitors boosting spending, events and long‑term development plans across the city.
William R. Martin
William R Martin writes about travel from the ground up. His work focuses on remote routes, working ports, border crossings, ferry lines, and the landscapes that shape how people move across regions.
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Villa Vie Odyssey Earns UNESCO Nod for Peace-Focused Travel
UNESCO has granted a special designation to the residential cruise ship Villa Vie Odyssey, recognizing its world voyage as a model of travel that promotes peace and intercultural dialogue.
Thailand’s Songkran Aviation Push Reshapes Regional Travel
Thailand is turning its Songkran water festival into a testbed for aviation, capacity and tourism policies that ripple across airlines, airports and regional travel flows.
Noor Ahmad Hamid steers Asia-Pacific tourism toward a greener future
As CEO of PATA, Noor Ahmad Hamid is reshaping Asia-Pacific tourism with a stronger focus on sustainability, digital innovation, skills and climate-resilient growth.
Norwegian Restores Drink Packages at Great Stirrup Cay
Norwegian Cruise Line has reversed course and will again honor onboard beverage packages on its private Bahamian island, Great Stirrup Cay, after guest backlash.
China’s Big Three Airlines Cancel Dozens of Key Asia–Middle East Flights
More than 35 China Eastern, Air China, China Southern and partner flights have been cancelled, disrupting travel on routes linking Shanghai, Beijing, Bangkok and Dubai.
Air France Adds Las Vegas, Shifts Asia Capacity for Summer 2026
France’s flag carrier unveils a new Paris–Las Vegas link and rebalances long‑haul capacity toward Asia as Middle East disruptions reshape its Summer 2026 plans.
Canada Sees Limited Tourism Hit as Energy Shock Spreads
Diversified fuel supplies and resilient demand are helping Canada and other major economies limit tourism fallout from a Middle East driven global energy shock.
Qantas Suspends Perth–Paris Nonstop: What Travellers Must Know
Qantas is suspending its nonstop Perth–Paris flights, reshaping how Australians reach France. Here is what changes, when it happens, and what alternatives remain.
Easter Travel Alert as Spain Airport Unions Call Holiday Walkouts
Ground staff at major Spanish airports have announced Easter walkouts, raising the risk of queues, delays and missed connections for holiday travelers.
Aeromexico Revives Mexico City–Quito Link, Boosting Regional Ties
Aeromexico’s restored Mexico City–Quito route strengthens Latin American connectivity, opens new one-stop links to Asia and Europe, and reshapes travel options for business and leisure passengers.
IHCL Unveils New Taj Safaris Lodge in Satpura, Madhya Pradesh
Indian Hotels Company expands its Taj Safaris footprint with a new luxury jungle lodge in Satpura, strengthening its premium nature and wildlife portfolio in central India.