Airbnb offers $750 bonuses to new hosts in 16 U.S. cities hosting 2026 World Cup games, requiring first stays by July 31, 2026.

Kerala extends bar hours to midnight, allowing five-star hotels to stay open until 3 a.m. with a fee, sparking controversy over transparency and morals.

Japan bans in-flight power bank use and charging from April 2026 over fire risks, allowing two in carry-on only.

Canada's Supreme Court upheld Newfoundland's pandemic travel limits as constitutional on Feb. 13, 2026.

Russian outbound tourism rose 16% in 2025, with China seeing a 33.6% increase due to easier visas and better travel access.

Sweden offers five islands to global travelers for a year, requiring creative video applications to promote nature retreats.

Spain’s airport operator Aena proposes annual fee hikes from 2027 to fund a €13B upgrade plan, pending government approval.

The Mackinac Bridge reopened on Feb. 18, 2026, after closing due to severe winter weather.

State Highway 35 in New Zealand reopens Feb. 19, 2026, after three weeks closed due to landslides, now operating daily from 7am to 7pm.

New Zealand extends Te Huia rail service to June 2027 to evaluate ridership and infrastructure impacts.