China’s leading online entertainment platform, iQIYI, announced on January 1 that it will open its first global offline park—iQIYI LAND—in Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province on February 8, 2026. The move marks a major step in China’s rapidly expanding immersive entertainment sector.
Benin City has evolved from the historic Kingdom of Benin into a bustling metropolis in Nigeria. A newly established Museum of West African Art serves as a cultural beacon, underscoring the city’s growth and its break from a colonial legacy.
Aegean Airlines and Kazakhstan are joining forces to strengthen civil aviation ties, enhance regional connectivity, and boost tourism opportunities. Through their exploration of strategic synergies, they aim to pave the way for innovative travel solutions that could benefit both regions.
Centrum Air has announced the launch of its direct route between Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and Saint Petersburg, Russia, beginning October 26, 2025. This new connection aims to streamline travel between the two cities and promote economic and cultural exchange.
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry achieved a remarkable 30 percent rise in September 2025, indicating renewed global interest in the island nation. Key travelers from Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany, China, and India led this surge, highlighting both recovery and growing confidence in Sri Lanka’s status as a premier travel destination.
Puerto Vallarta has launched a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure plan that aims to double its airport’s capacity by 2026 and upgrade local roads to support a flourishing tourism sector. The initiative also focuses on enhancing urban mobility, anticipating both an influx of visitors and improved quality of life for residents in the coming years.
Kenya’s Mombasa Cruise Terminal is poised to boost the country’s tourism sector by creating opportunities for local travel agents and businesses. However, the industry must address concerns over sustaining regular passenger traffic before the project can fully realize its potential.
The 57th edition of MATTA Fair in Kuala Lumpur welcomed travel enthusiasts to a massive showcase of 2,049 booths. Visitors walked away with exciting gifts, including business class flights and EV bikes, reflecting the fair’s innovative approach to promoting Malaysia’s tourism sector.
Air Canada and Air India will introduce new routes from Canada starting December 2025, linking travelers to exciting destinations in Peru, Colombia, Mexico, and India. This expansion is expected to bring increased connectivity and convenience for global travelers.
Tunisia’s travel revival has reached new heights, attracting millions of visitors across a decade of impressive growth. This momentum has been shaped by a blend of cultural heritage and sustainable tourism, culminating in a milestone year of worldwide appeal in 2025.
