News about Tourism
The World Cup, which kicks off on June 11, may boost demand in certain segments of the German retail sector, but retailers do not expect a significant increase in consumption across the entire industry. This conclusion is contained in a study by the German Retail Association (HDE) published on Wednesday.
International tourism remains inaccessible to much of the world’s population: new data highlight significant differences in overseas travel experiences between major economies.
The Republic of Moldova and Turkey seek to enhance cooperation in the fields of culture, heritage and tourism by launching joint projects aimed at bringing the two societies closer together.
Turkish resorts are forced to cut prices and launch large-scale discount offers amid a noticeable drop in tourist demand. Hoteliers are trying in this way to keep the load at the peak of the season, while, according to market participants, the country may lose about 8-10 million dollars daily due to the reduction in tourist traffic.
In Latgale – one of the historical and cultural regions of Latvia, located in the east of the country and attracting travelers, 86% of travel companies have faced cancellation of reservations. Moreover, they are canceled not only for the coming weeks, but for the whole summer.
Romanian railway operator CFR Călători resumes direct international connections from Bucharest to Varna, Sofia and Istanbul from June. The new seasonal routes may become an additional transportation alternative for Moldovans, especially against the background of high demand for summer trips to Bulgaria and Turkey.
Bulgaria’s tourism sector recorded a surge in early bookings following reports of the country winning the Eurovision contest and being awarded the right to host the 2027 competition.
The Association of Patrons of the Tourism Industry (APIT) calls on the authorities to initiate an urgent dialog with the competent Romanian authorities in order to solve the problem of long waiting times at checkpoints on the Moldovan-Romanian border.
FLYONE Airlines announces the expansion of its route network and the launch of a new direct flight to Batumi, Georgia. The first flight on the Chisinau – Batumi route will take place on June 28, 2026.
In the Polish village of Konotopi, where only about 120 people live, the construction of a large-scale statue of the Virgin Mary is being completed, which may become the highest such monument in Europe.
“Flower City” of Uzbekistan Namangan is hosting the 65th International Flower Festival from May 24 to July 12.
The first stage of the Tour of Romania – 2026 cycling race will pass through Moldova for the first time. The organizers presented today its official route. It runs through several districts of the republic and will promote some of its most picturesque places.
In the Romanian ski resort of Poiana Brasov, a bear broke into a hotel, after which the staff had to ensure the safety of guests on their own until emergency services arrived.
Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Mihai Popşoi participated in a conference on the promotion of trade and economic cooperation between Moldova and China, organized in Shanghai.
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.
