Halal Travel Push: Vietjet is rolling out “Vietnam Halal Connect,” aiming to link airlines, airports, tourism partners and halal bodies to improve meals and digital services for Muslim visitors. Tourism Taxes & Costs: Vienna’s visitor tax is set to rise from 3.2% to 5% (then 8% in 2027), worrying hotel owners it could hurt demand. Overtourism Spotlight: Malta has been branded Europe’s most overcrowded island destination for 2026, reigniting debate over visitor pressure. Travel Rules Update (India): Indian Railways is cutting the booking advance period to 60 days (from 120) and tightening checks for digital unreserved tickets. Safety & Disruption: Wildfires are driving Spain holiday chaos and Colorado tourism businesses are fielding questions about smoke and air quality. New Access & Infrastructure: Greenland is expanding airport gateways (Nuuk, Ilulissat, Qaqortoq) to boost long-haul and regional tourism. Caribbean Caution: The U.S. State Department issued a Level 2 advisory for Turks and Caicos, citing crime risks in tourist areas. Family-Friendly Travel: Torrevieja, Spain, earned a family-destination seal and is pushing ahead with a new lighthouse park. Wellness Trend: Wellness tourism is projected to hit $1.4T by 2029 as retreats and “whole-life” programs reshape travel.