World Cup Holiday Watch (UK): Prime Minister Keir Starmer hinted England’s World Cup win could trigger an extra bank holiday, with the likely date Friday July 24 if the Three Lions reach the final. Travel Disruption (UK): Heavy delays hit the M42 near Portway after a lorry crash and fuel spillage, with congestion backing up toward Junction 3. Weather & Safety (Philippines): Typhoon Inday (Bavi) prompted the Coast Guard to suspend sea travel for smaller vessels (up to 35 gross tons) across parts of northern/eastern waters. Travel Disruption (India): Karnataka landslides from heavy rain led to closures of popular tourist spots like Raja’s Seat and Netravati Peak, plus route diversions. Tourism Policy (J&K): A Jammu and Kashmir lawmaker urged a shift from mass tourism to sustainable, quality-focused visitation with stronger master plans and waste management. Business Travel & Tech: Research highlights business travellers prioritising secure internet access abroad, while Dida launched an AI-native B2B hotel booking gateway. Middle East Travel Planning: ABTA says UK travellers are booking later this summer as Middle East conflict reshapes routes and advice. Saudi Tourism: Saudi Arabia rolled out a “Package Visa” that bundles visa application with approved travel bookings to simplify entry. Family Tourism (Vietnam): Vietnam says mandatory health declarations for travellers are set to begin July 1, 2026.