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UK Enforces New ETA Requirement for US and Canadian Travelers Starting February 25, 2026

Published February 13, 2026 by Staff Writer

UK Enforces New ETA Requirement for US and Canadian Travelers Starting February 25, 2026As the UK joins nations like the US (ESTA), Canada (eTA), and Australia (ETA) in requiring digital pre-authorization, the move underscores a global shift toward enhanced border security.

London, United Kingdom (Tourism Reporter) — The United Kingdom is set to implement a major change to its entry rules for visa-exempt travelers, including those…

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Edinburgh’s Visitor Levy Set for July 2026 Launch: What It Means for Tourists and the City

Published February 12, 2026 by Staff Writer

Edinburgh’s Visitor Levy Set for July 2026 Launch: What It Means for Tourists and the CityThe Edinburgh levy follows a growing global trend of destination-specific visitor contributions (e.g., Venice’s €5 day-tripper fee, Barcelona’s tourist tax, Amsterdam’s higher hotel levy).

Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Tourism Reporter) — Edinburgh is set to become Scotland’s first city to introduce a visitor levy, with the 5% charge on overnight…

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Saudi Arabia Announces 2026 Future Aviation Forum To Convene Global Aviation Leaders, Extends Record-Breaking Aviation Growth

Published February 12, 2026 by Staff Writer

Saudi Arabia Announces 2026 Future Aviation Forum To Convene Global Aviation Leaders, Extends Record-Breaking Aviation GrowthThe General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) launched the Forum whilst announcing a third consecutive year of record-breaking aviation growth for Saudi Arabia.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (Tourism Reporter) – The 2026 Future Aviation Forum will return to Riyadh from 20-22 April, bringing together more than 11,000 global aviation…

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UN Tourism Middle East Commission Concludes in Kuwait: AI Innovation and Regional Cooperation Take Center Stage

Published February 12, 2026 by Staff Writer

UN Tourism Middle East Commission Concludes in Kuwait: AI Innovation and Regional Cooperation Take Center StageThe conference built on the Riyadh Declaration on the Future of Tourism (adopted at UN Tourism's General Assembly in November 2025), which sets standards for responsible AI integration, digital infrastructure investment, workforce upskilling, and inclusive growth.

Kuwait City, Kuwait (Tourism Reporter) — The 52nd UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East, held alongside the International Conference on “Promoting Tourism Through…

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Dubai Tourism Sets Third Consecutive Record: 19.59 Million International Visitors in 2025

Published February 11, 2026 by Staff Writer

Dubai Tourism Sets Third Consecutive Record: 19.59 Million International Visitors in 2025“For the third year in a row, Dubai’s tourism sector has achieved record-breaking figures,” said Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, in a widely shared statement.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Tourism Reporter) — Dubai capped 2025 with another milestone in its post-pandemic tourism resurgence, welcoming a record 19.59 million international overnight…

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