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WHAT'S NEXT?: How we travel, where we travel and whether we travel at all will mean tremendous change in the decades ahead.

• [New] Dubai, the UAE's commercial and tourism powerhouse, is expected to witness economic growth of 3.3% in 2025, with a slight increase to 3.5% in 2026. GCC BUSINESS WATCH
• [New] Asia Pacific is forecast as the fastest-growing region, driven by rising healthcare expenditure, expanding hospital networks, medical tourism, and increasing awareness of minimally invasive surgery benefits in countries such as China, India, South Korea, and Southeast Asia. Vantage Market Research
• [New] As Shiraz becomes a world leader in medical tourism, Iran's tourism sector will gain from augmented spending by tourists, employment opportunities, and international reputation. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The development of the 'Health City' mega-project is a game-changing initiative that will expand Shiraz's medical tourism capacity and offer cutting-edge medical infrastructure. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Dubai continues to assert its position as a global hub for innovation and medical tourism with the highly anticipated Healthcare Future Summit 2025. Travel And Tour World
• [New] In 2025, Vietnam's travel industry is expected to experience remarkable growth driven by a strong recovery in both international and domestic tourism. Euromonitor
• [New] The Department of Commerce has rolled out a plan known as the National Travel and Tourism Strategy, aimed at boosting the number of international visitors to the U.S. to 90 million annually by 2027. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The Gulf Cooperation Council is gearing up to become a major player in the booming global sports tourism industry, which is projected to surpass $2 trillion by 2030. Khaleej Times
• [New] AI is set to be a crucial part of how travel is booked and experienced in 2026. Travel And Tour World
• [New] In 2026, sustainable travel will be more important than ever. Travel And Tour World
• [New] With new routes providing more options to travel, particularly to Europe and Asia, Americans will have more freedom to explore the world in a way that suits their personal travel goals. Travel And Tour World
• [New] With more people seeking high-end experiences, the demand for luxury travel has surged in 2025 and is expected to continue into 2026. / USA Travel And Tour World
• [New] The peak season for luxury travel is anticipated for late 2025. Travel And Tour World
• [New] 2026 trends reveal a shift toward intentional travel and experience-driven meeting spaces. BizBash
• [New] Ultra-personalised travel options that express real individuality and uniqueness are predicted to be on offer in 2026. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The European Commission is optimistic that it will finally be able to reach an elusive goal: implementing a single booking and ticketing system for long-distance rail travel. Skift
• [New] International air travel is expected to experience a 5.3% increase in traffic in 2025. Travel And Tour World
• The landscape of travel in the year 2026 will be more vibrant and varied, featuring a more individualistic approach to travel. Travel And Tour World
• In 2026, the Conscious Travelers will give preference to destinations that provide eco-tourism, community-based tourism, and sustainable travel. Travel And Tour World
• The change toward ultra-personalised travel will be the most pronounced in 2026. Travel And Tour World
• As the landscape of global tourism changes, travelers will focus on individualised, ultra-personalised travel that caters to their personal interests, passions, and desires. Travel And Tour World
• Etihad Rail is set to transform travel across the UAE by 2026, offering a fast, safe, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional modes of transport. Travel And Tour World
• The completion of the proposed high-speed rail network will signify the UAE's unrivaled dedication to all aspects of innovative and environmentally sustainable travel. Travel And Tour World

Last updated: 25 October 2025