International tourist arrivals are now expected to grow by 1% to 2% globally in 2026, down from UN Tourism’s January forecast of 3% to 4%. However, the latest report finds that this will depend on the conflict’s actual duration and its effect on oil prices and overall inflation.

As MTA’s Airline partner, the aim is to identify key markets and medical travel corridors, particularly across Africa, Asia and the Middle East, and develop tailored travel solutions as well as an enhanced customer experience designed around the needs of patients, referring physicians, insurers and employers.

With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 35 hotels in Tamil Nadu, including 16 under development.

Partnered with Emirates as the preferred airline for the Global Ambassadors Program in India, enhancing this initiative by facilitating seamless connectivity to the US.

The 2027 edition will run under the theme “Alliances That Move the World.” Over three days, leaders will focus on the partnerships, investments and actions needed to advance the global tourism agenda over the next 50 years. The Summit will convene public and private sector leaders across tourism, technology, investment, sustainability, culture, mobility and government.

The Vishnupad Temple complex development at INR 2,520 crore aims to modernise facilities and accommodate the large influx of devotees visiting Gaya annually for rituals. Additionally, INR 996.05 crore has been designated for the Son-Falgu River Linking Project.

Through Air India, flydubai customers will gain access to key Indian destinations, including Bengaluru, Chennai, Chandigarh, Goa, Jaipur, Pune and Varanasi. Meanwhile, Uzbekistan Airways will connect passengers via Tashkent to Irkutsk, Krasnoyarsk and Moscow and major European gateways.

According to Thomas Cook India’s India Forex Report 2026, Tier 2 cities account for 41% of overall forex demand, while Tier 3 cities contribute a further 12%. Together, these markets account for over half (53%) of overall forex demand. Visakhapatnam represents an important market within this broader shift.

The agreement establishes a framework for both organisations to work together to support industry development, foster innovation, and enhance policy dialogue in an increasingly digital tourism landscape.

Kenya is targeting a major increase in tourist arrivals from the Middle East, backed by new marketing partnerships with global aviation giants Emirates and Qatar Airways. The Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) will combine international air connectivity with targeted destination marketing campaigns designed to turn traveller interest into bookings and arrivals...