News about Tourism
The government has approved the transfer of the tourism sector to the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization. This measure has already been welcomed by the Patronage Association of the Tourism Industry of the Republic of Moldova, which considers it a step towards an “economic approach” in this field.
The legendary route returns: in 2026, the luxurious La Dolce Vita Orient Express train will reconnect Rome and Istanbul – more than a century after the original Orient Express became a symbol of European glamor, mystery and luxury travel. The price matches the project’s ambitions: tickets start at 20,000 euros per person.
The rankings take into account not just the beauty of cities and low taxes, but what’s important when moving, from health and safety to affordability, social life and the opportunities a passport brings.
The Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization will expand its central apparatus by 33 staff units. The aim of the reform is to strengthen the ministry’s capacity to implement EU legislation and manage new areas transferred to the institution, including tourism and technological innovation.
During excavations near the village of Gura-Bykului, archaeologists discovered a Scythian burial site about 2,300 years old. Inside the underground chamber, researchers found human remains, ceramic vessels, arrowheads, beads, a rare smoker and a polished stone object that could have been used for ritual purposes.
Travel is increasingly shifting from geography to emotion. The main question travelers are asking themselves in 2026 is not the destination, but the meaning of the trip. This is according to a new global report on travel trends by Hilton, based on a survey of more than 14,000 travelers from the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia and other countries.
The Old Orhei Cultural and Natural Reserve won the regional competition “Destination of the Year 2026 in the Republic of Moldova”, one of the most important initiatives aimed at promoting authentic and sustainable tourist destinations in Romania and the Republic of Moldova.
The World’s 50 Best Beaches has published a list of the best beaches on the planet for 2026. The rating is based on the votes and assessments of more than 1,000 experts in the travel and tourism industry.
A large-scale marketing campaign to attract English tourists to Georgia is organized by the National Tourism Administration and the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development of the country.
To speed up the procedure, the Public Property Agency proposes to exempt both wineries from paying deductions and dividends from the profits earned by them in 2025 to the state budget.
From July 16, FLYONE airline will start operating direct flights on the Chisinau – Baku route. The flights will be operated three times a week – on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held from June 11 to July 19 in three countries – the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The Italian island of Capri, known as one of the most prestigious destinations in the Mediterranean, is strengthening control over the behavior of those who work with tourists. Local authorities have adopted new regulations aimed at combating the intrusive offer of services in public places.
A new mechanism for supporting domestic tourism has been launched in Moldova: the first 10 guest houses started accepting payment through the system of vacation vouchers (tourist vouchers).
EU restrictions on short-term rentals have not stopped the market: it continues to grow at nearly double-digit rates and is approaching the 1 billion overnight stays mark.
The military conflict between the US and Iran has dealt a devastating blow to Dubai’s tourism industry, turning one of the world’s busiest metropolises into a city of empty hotels and closed resorts. The emirate’s economy is estimated to be losing hundreds of millions of pounds sterling every day, and the flow of foreign tourists has virtually dried up.
The National Museum of Moldovan History hosted the public presentation of the project “7000 Years with Wine” – an initiative that brings together winemakers, economists, historians, marketers and designers. The project is realized by enthusiasts who are convinced that Moldovan wine has a history that the whole world should hear.
Two new tourist routes were opened in the south of Moldova, in the Cahul district: “Panorama Beleului” and “Dealul Cămilei”. They are located in the area of the Lower Prut Biosphere Reserve (Prutul de Jos) and aim to develop ecotourism in the region.
On the eve of the summer season, Moldova will be able to start issuing vacation coupons (vouchers). According to the Ministry of Culture, this became possible because the first national operator that will ensure their administration has received authorization.
German shipbuilding company Meyer Werft has unveiled a conceptual design of a cruise liner Project Vision, focused on a complete transition to electric propulsion using rechargeable batteries. The development is scheduled to be presented at Seatrade Cruise Global, an international industry trade show taking place in Miami from April 13-16.
