Tunisia targets year-round tourism as sector maintains momentum

 

Tunisia year-round tourism remains a strategic priority, as the sector continues to show positive indicators despite global geopolitical tensions and uncertainty in international travel demand.

The full Seatrade Cruise Med conference programme has landed, and it's built to raise expectations.

 

Explore the cruise industry's most critical priorities through this year's programme: AI & frictionless travel, deployment in a changing world, building resilient infrastructure, the premium shift, and more. Every session is designed to answer one critical question: How can the Mediterranean continue to thrive as one of the world's most compelling cruise regions?

Mallorca heads into a strong summer, advances in reducing seasonality and consolidates intercontinental demand

 Mallorca is strengthening its position as one of the Mediterranean’s leading destinations in 2026, with annual international air capacity up +7.4% and a significant boost in long-haul connections, opening up new opportunities to diversify demand, reduce seasonality and consolidate higher-value tourism.

European Travelers Seek Active and Nature-Led U.S. Itineraries as Perception Enters Sensitive Phase

 European travel demand to the United States is evolving as European travelers are approaching long-haul trips to U.S. destinations with greater selectivity, shorter planning windows, and a stronger appetite for diverse, authentic experiences that extend beyond iconic urban centers.

Southern Europe and North America Lead Global Travel Demand Growth for Summer 2026Tags:

 

Eastern Asia (14.41%) and South-Eastern Asia (13.58%) continue to capture the largest share of international travel demand during the summer season. However, Eastern Asia records a significant year-on-year decline, and Western Asia experiences the steepest drop in demand compared to summer 2025 (-2.69 percentage points), reflecting the impact of travel disruption linked to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. 

Business First Partnership rebrands to BFP Group

 

UK-based travel management company Business First Partnership has rebranded as BFP Group to bring its specialist divisions under a single group structure

Vibe launches MCP server linking AI and TMC platforms

 

Corporate travel tech specialist Vibe has announced an innovation allowing its TMC clients to connect their travel booking workflows with leading AI-powered digital assistants.

Chile launches National Tourism Activity Index to strengthen sector intelligence

 Chile tourism index received a major boost with the launch of the National Tourism Activity Index (Inatur), designed to monitor the sector quarterly and strengthen decision-making for economic development. The announcement was made during the seminar Tourism: the Best Investment for Chile’s Development, organised by Transforma Turismo.

Minor Hotels Appointed by Shurooq to Manage Sharjah Collection, UAE

 The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has appointed Minor Hotels to manage and operate Sharjah Collection, its portfolio of seven nature-led and heritage-inspired properties across Sharjah, UAE marking a significant step in the continued evolution of one of the region’s most distinctive hospitality collections.

Air Arabia’s arrival boosts London Gatwick’s long-haul network

 

London Gatwick Airport has continued to expand its long-haul network with the launch of Air Arabia’s new route to Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates.