Tourism Policy & Promotion: Pos Malaysia launched special VM2026 stamps (“Malaysia, Truly Asia”) featuring Langkawi, Penang Hill, Cameron Highlands, A’Famosa and the Petronas Twin Towers to boost Malaysia’s tourism push. Destination Growth & Access: Red Sea Global finished modernising AlWajh International Airport in Saudi Arabia, restoring flights and lifting capacity to 500,000 passengers a year, with international services expected soon. Air Connectivity: AJet will start twice-weekly flights from Stansted to Bodrum from June 26, with TUI supporting sales and capacity. Overtourism Pressure: A University of the Aegean study says Greek islands like Santorini and Mykonos are struggling with peak-season strain on water, power, waste, traffic and housing. Local Rules & Costs: Ibiza confirmed an almost €800,000 fine for an illegal holiday let without the required licence, while Wales’ visitor levy debate is pushing one caravan park to go adult-only to avoid collecting charges for babies. Travel Safety & Disruption: Russia suspended train service to occupied Crimea after a Ukrainian drone hit a locomotive, worsening fuel shortages and tourism-linked economic pressure. Market Outlook: Allied Market Research projects the global tourism source market could reach $1.1T by 2032, driven by mobile apps and group travel.