Global tourism slows: arrivals up just 0.4% in the first half of 2026
The Middle East conflict, high oil prices and expensive travel have slowed international tourism. UN Tourism has cut its forecast for the year.
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Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan take the Silk Road to Europe
Four cities, four days, around 50 trade buyers at each stop: the two countries want Europeans to visit both on one trip.
Azerbaijan’s 2026–2030 tourism programme, explained
3.8 million foreign visitors by 2030, visa-free travel for more countries, a digital nomad visa and support for tourism businesses.