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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] The longevity clinic tourism market is valued at roughly $18 billion, and could be worth $48.2 billion by 2033. AOL
• [New] Transport-related emissions are expected to grow by 45% for international travel and 21% for domestic travel from 2016 to 2030 (UN Tourism). Office of Sustainability - Student Blog
• [New] The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its Long-Term Demand Projections for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is expected to more than double by 2050. TravelMole
• [New] By 2040, Singapore aims to grow tourism receipts to US$ 47-50 billion, reinforcing its policy of value-led growth. TravelMole
• [New] STB expects 2026 international visitor arrivals to reach between 17 to 18 million, bringing in approximately S$31.0 to 32.5 billion in tourism receipts. Singapore Tourism Board
• [New] The wellness tourism market is projected to reach $919 billion by 2026, signifying a growing demand for experiences that cater explicitly to mental well-being. Leisure Life Today
• [New] Canada's tourism industry is poised for a significant upswing in 2026, with visitor spending expected to hit $140.9 billion, marking a 6% increase from 2025. Travel Daily Media
• [New] Voyager Technologies in Colorado is readying a space hotel for 2029. The Week
• [New] With revenues projected to grow to $177 B by 2030, tourism is a key economic driver and one of Canada's top service exports, with the potential to contribute 9-10% to Canada's $300 B trade diversification goal. CNW Group
• [New] By 2035, total tourism revenue is projected to reach $216.3 billion, up 67% from 2024 levels. / Canada CNW Group
• [New] The global luxury travel market, valued at a projected $1.83 trillion for 2026, is not just growing; it's evolving. BriefGlance
• [New] As instability continues to shape travel demand in the Middle East and beyond, brands that respond proactively by adapting strategies to prioritise trust and safety, have the chance to seize new opportunities. Mintel
• [New] Geopolitical instability has become the most significant external risk influencing business travel decisions in 2026. Hotel Online
• [New] The FAA has ordered an investigation into Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket mishap, which could delay advancements in private space travel. Coaio Limited
• [New] Travel retail remains the primary drag, with disruption at the Beijing and Shanghai airports as duty-free operations transition from Sunrise to new retailers including China Duty Free, Wangfujing, and Avolta; management expects normalization as joint business plans are finalized. TIKR.com
• [New] A major convention and hospitality redevelopment effort is taking shape in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where city-parish officials are evaluating an expansion of the River Center complex that will also include a new hotel. Construction Citizen

Last updated: 02 May 2026