Shanghai's tourism market rebounded strongly in 2025, with inbound travel rising sharply throughout the year. The city received 9.3602 million inbound visitors over the year, further cementing its position as a leading gateway for international travelers visiting China.

As tourists head into 2026 with more intention, increased curiosity and less capacity for the mental load of planning a holiday, new data reveals a decisive shift in how people want to explore the world. Riviera Travel's latest booking insights, drawn from thousands of confirmed bookings and website interactions, shows a rising demand for culturally rich, curated and experience‑led holidays. France, Hungary, Germany and Austria remain among the most‑visited destinations for 2026.

The Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau (ADCEB), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, served as host partner for the 14th edition of the Meetings Arabia and Luxury Travel (MALT) Congress on 11 and 12 February.

AlUla’s emergence as one of the world’s most compelling cultural and conservation‑driven destinations has received a powerful endorsement this week, as HRH The Prince of Wales spent the final stage of his official Saudi Arabia tour immersed in the ancient oasis city’s heritage landscapes and groundbreaking regeneration and rewilding work.

In a year when 79%* of travelers are craving spontaneous, flexible road trips, Booking.com is making it easier for travelers to hit the road. The global travel leader has been named the Official Travel Partner of the Route 66 Centennial, helping to spotlight one of America's most iconic highways as it approaches its 100th birthday in 2026. It comes at a moment when road trips give travelers what they want most: better value, the freedom to explore multiple destinations, and local experiences at their own pace.

Most people picture a luxury safari as champagne on a sun deck, maybe a plunge pool overlooking golden grass. That's part of it, sure. But I didn't fully understand what was happening behind the scenes at these Masai Mara conservations until I spent a week bouncing between a high-end eco-camp in the Naboisho Conservancy and the main reserve. The difference wasn't just about comfort or fewer vehicles. It was about where the money actually goes.