Travel Disruption & Costs: Canadians heading to Hawaii face tougher, pricier winter travel as airlines cut schedules and fuel costs bite. Global Tourism Rankings: Japan is back at No. 1 in the WEF Travel & Tourism Development Index, with the report pointing to better transport and efforts to spread visitors beyond hotspots. Weather Watch: A rare September nor’easter threatens East Coast travel, with NYC issuing a travel advisory and transit operators planning for wind, flooding, and service changes. Sports Tourism Push: San Bernardino County is betting on ONT Field and a new minor-league team to drive a fresh wave of sports travel. Event Impacts: Kuching Marathon 2026 was canceled at the last minute due to haze, leaving thousands—especially out-of-state runners—out of booked flights and stays. Policy & Visas: The US tightens “birth tourism” visa rules, targeting facilitators and “fixers,” while a separate court ruling blocks parts of a Tennessee abortion-related “recruitment” provision. Sustainable Tourism Debate: Dublin’s sustainability ranking sparks backlash over claims working-class residents are being “priced out” by hotel development. World Tourism Day: Zimbabwe will host World Tourism Day at Heritage Village, spotlighting digital tech and AI in tourism. Regional Tourism Strategy: Kyrgyzstan proposes promoting Central Asia as a unified tourism destination. Connectivity Tip: Travelers are urged to check airline stopover perks and consider eSIM options to avoid airport connectivity headaches.