Sports Tourism Push: Melaka is studying how to attract visitors with world-class events, highlighting the Le Tour de Langkawi and eyeing motorsports as a future draw. Tourism Markets & Housing: Tirana’s short-term rental boom is keeping rents high, with tens of thousands of apartments listed on Airbnb/Booking. Heritage Travel Surge: China’s Zunyi red-tourism sites reopened after renovation ahead of National Day, pulling crowds to Long March history. Public Health During Holidays: Medical workers stayed on duty across China during National Day to keep services running. India Tourism Investment: Odisha launched its 7th Travel Bazaar in Bhubaneswar, pitching heritage, wildlife and new support measures for hotels and tourism infrastructure. Airport Safety Tech: Costa Rica’s San José airport added QR codes for U.S. travelers to register for the STEP safety service. Park Reopens: Kaziranga National Park reopened after monsoon closure; jeep safaris started and elephant safaris are expected to resume soon. Digital Travel Access: Turkmenistan launched an e-visa portal with separate tourist, business and humanitarian categories. Travel Safety & Disruption: A Spanish tourist bar collapse in La Rioja injured at least 12 and trapped dozens. Travel Policy Change (US): U.S. CBP will stop routine passport stamping at primary screening, with stamps only on request. Tourism Business Spotlight: Cheyenne’s summer hotel demand is supported by a local 2% lodging tax funding visitor services. Controversy: A UK travel-agent “side hustle” promoted by influencers faced criticism over fees and low earnings.