Inbound Push: China has launched a Brussels Airport campaign promoting easier entry for visitors from 25 EU member states, as European arrivals rise under its visa-free policy. Longer Stays: Tourism Malaysia and IOI Properties are teaming up on hotel, shopping and leisure packages to turn stopovers into longer holidays; Malaysia also remains popular with Indonesians seeking affordable medical care. Tourism Growth: South Africa recorded 2.9 million cross-border movements in September, while international arrivals rose 10.3% in the first nine months of 2026. The tourism minister says better air links and visa access are key to reaching 15 million arrivals by 2030. Nature and Heritage: Sri Lanka is exploring ways to grow tourism around national parks while protecting forests and improving domestic air links. India’s former warship INS Guldar, submerged off Maharashtra, has won a national award as an emerging underwater museum and reef. Regional Impact: Northern Ontario visitor spending reached an estimated C$3.1 billion in 2025, up 60% from 2019, supporting local businesses and jobs.