Princess Cruises taps executive Sophia Lief to lead strategic growth and partnerships, signaling an aggressive push in premium cruising with new ships, expanded Europe deployment and deeper trade and brand alliances.
Elmina Castle in Ghana is entering a sensitive tourism revival, blending UNESCO backed conservation, digital upgrades and community led projects to turn this former slave fortress into a sustainable heritage travel hub.
Malaysia targets Indonesian travelers for Visit Malaysia 2026, blending surreal nature, halal-friendly comfort, short flights and shared culture into immersive, higher-spend escapes from Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan and beyond.
AIDA Cruises unveils immersive, high-tech trade show booths for 2026, showcasing cabin mockups, sustainable innovations and exclusive rewards to convert pent-up European cruise demand into earlier, higher-value bookings.
Emirates flight EK261’s Airbus A380 diverted to Accra after cargo smoke warnings, landing safely in a rare superjumbo visit that highlighted strict safety protocols and Kotoka International Airport’s capabilities.
New 2026 national park rules will freeze fees for Americans but sharply raise costs and add ID checks and surcharges for international visitors, reshaping how the world accesses U.S. public lands.
Deadly Val d’Isère avalanche in Vallée Perdue kills two French off piste skiers on January 10, 2026, highlighting high avalanche risk, terrain traps and the life saving importance of proper safety gear.
Wildfires from Cape Town to the Garden Route are disrupting peak season travel, closing roads, forcing evacuations and reshaping safety planning for tourists heading to South Africa’s southern coast.
Central Greece’s 4.4 earthquake near Xyniada briefly disrupted rail and road links on January 10, 2026, but inspections confirm infrastructure and key travel routes remain safe for most visitors.
By 2026, Norway, Japan, Thailand and other hotspots will roll out new tourist taxes, climate levies and entry permits, reshaping costs, planning and crowd management for international travelers worldwide.
Irish Ferries brings forward Holyhead Dublin sailings and warns of potential delays as Storm Goretti’s high winds and rough seas disrupt Irish Sea travel; passengers urged to check updates and arrive early.
