US Holiday Travel Surge: AAA expects 72.2 million Americans to travel at least 50 miles for the July 4 Independence Day period (June 27–July 5), with road trips leading and air demand holding steady despite higher costs. Travel Disruption & Border Delays: European aviation groups are urging the EU to suspend the new Entry/Exit System (EES), warning of peak-season queues that could hit hours and disrupt flights. AI Travel Planning Warning: A consumer investigation says TripAdvisor’s AI review summaries can gloss over serious complaints, potentially steering travelers into unsafe or unpleasant stays. Air Travel for Sports Fans: Air India will waive handling charges for sports equipment on select fare families, cutting costs for athletes and travelers carrying gear. Regional Connectivity Boost: India’s Noida International Airport (Jewar) has launched direct flights to 16 cities, easing travel for Delhi-NCR and western Uttar Pradesh. Tourism Policy & Security: Dubai’s GDRFA says it inspected 20,000+ travel documents and found 902 discrepancies in 18 months, highlighting tighter border checks. Tourism Growth Moves: Jamaica’s tourism board says Canada will drive the biggest next-winter seat-capacity growth, with new and expanded routes. Events as a Tourism Engine: Bahrain is doubling down on its events sector via public-private partnerships to attract more regional and international shows.