Storm Maymay Disrupts Philippines Travel: The Philippine Coast Guard expanded “no sail” rules in northern Luzon and Aurora, suspending sea travel for all vessel types except those seeking shelter, as rough seas and strong winds persist. Tourism Safety in Conflict Zones: In Abra, authorities suspended face-to-face classes and closed nearby tourism sites after renewed pursuit operations tied to alleged NPA rebels. Holiday Security Push: Zimbabwe’s police vowed intensified deployments for Heroes’ Day and Defence Forces Day, while Spain’s Benidorm brought in joint Spanish-French patrols under the “European Police Stations” program. Hotel Security Incident: A Dundee Travelodge couple woke to a shirtless intruder after staff allegedly issued the wrong key card; the chain apologized and said procedures weren’t followed. Film Tourism Watch: Sicily’s Favignana is preparing a Nolan “Odyssey” tie-in exhibition to attract visitors while trying to avoid overtourism. Ryanair Legal Pressure: 262 former pilots filed a group action in London seeking backdated holiday pay and pension contributions. Travel Planning Trend: Klook survey says most Filipino group trips need a dedicated planner to actually happen. New Cruise for Statue of Unity: A 600-passenger luxury cruise launched on the Narmada River to boost tourism around Gujarat’s landmark. Transport Boost in Sri Lanka: Colombo’s metro bus network adds seven new routes to modernize urban public transport.