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The US further tightens its entry rules for tourists. Those wishing to spend their holidays there will probably have to disclose more information about their lives, including their social media activities.

Almost 500 million overnight stays – a record. Despite this, fewer foreign guests are staying overnight. Hotels are losing out, campsites are gaining.

Those who have already traveled the world can set their sights even higher in the future. You can now apply to stay at a hotel on the moon. The prices are astronomical, and whether the hotel will actually be built is still written in the stars.

For almost half of Germans, cost is the most important factor when choosing a travel destination. In addition to price, safety, accessibility, and the general economic situation also influence travel decisions. This is because more and more travelers are booking at short notice.

2025 was another record year for tourism in Austria, thanks in part to winter sports enthusiasts. In addition, there was an increase in visitors from neighboring countries and the US. At the same time, the Austrian Hotel Association (ÖHV) and the Austrian Travel Association (ÖRV) merged.

Young people are less confident than they were two years ago. They focus on high quality and enjoyment in all areas and prefer to spend their holidays in hotels. Comfort and cleanliness are particularly important to them.

Austria's small province of Vorarlberg (population 420,000) alone attracts 7.5 million day visitors per year, who spend over 400 million euros on their short trips. In future, the aim will be to manage visitor flows. However, a study has also revealed some unexpected and positive results. Vorarlberg is responding.

The assignment of the Winter Games to Saudi Arabia was much discussed. With delays and problems in the construction of the mega city of Neom, rumours were rife – now the official cancellation for 2029 has followed.

Travellers are increasingly looking for alternative and affordable ways to explore the world. In addition to short-term rentals, holiday apartments and hotels, house swapping is developing into a travel model in its own right.

The estimated number of overnight stays in accommodation establishments in the EU reached 3.08 billion in 2025, up 61.5 million or 2% on the previous year. Three countries recorded significant growth, while two countries saw a decline.