Digital Payments for Tourists: Thailand is expanding cross-border QR payments under “Pay Like a Local,” letting visitors pay at participating attractions and shops using compatible home-country apps. Tourism Marketing Shift: Tourism Malaysia is redirecting promotion toward more stable markets (ASEAN, East Asia, South Asia, Europe, North Africa, Oceania) to offset West Asia disruption. Domestic Deals Push: The Philippines’ DOT launched “Discover More to Love,” offering 3,000+ discounted travel offers (hotels, tours, flights, bundles) via its website and partners. New Routes & Connectivity: Eurowings returns to Glasgow with a seasonal Hanover link; Air Europa starts Madrid–Johannesburg direct flights; and Oman Air adds Muscat–Abu Dhabi daily service. Travel Safety & Rights: Spain’s consumer protection campaign highlights what to claim for delays or hotel issues, while the UK warns of rising summer travel scams. Destination Tech Upgrade: Greece unveiled a revamped VisitGreece.gr portal as part of its tourism digital transformation. Overtourism Management: Seoul is shifting from visitor volume to sustainability planning amid overtourism concerns. Local Rules & Taxes: Norfolk County approved short-term rental rules and a 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax to fund tourism.