Tourism Diplomacy: Ethiopia pushed for stronger BRICS tourism cooperation at Jaipur’s BRICS Tourism Ministers’ meeting, pitching a BRICS Travel Mart and a Tourism Centre of Excellence to boost sustainable, AI-enabled travel and skills. City Overtourism Controls: Dubrovnik moved to rein in cruise crowds with strict liner caps and longer port stays, aiming to stop the infrastructure strain that made it a poster child for overtourism. Heat & Visitor Safety: Athens saw hat culture surge at the Acropolis as extreme heat drives demand for sun protection, with health groups handing out kits and caps. Travel Disruption & Disasters: Nevada’s Reno Hawk Fire triggered evacuations and airport closures/delays, while hotels in the safe zone waived fees for wildfire evacuees. Transport & Deals: Denver International topped U.S. domestic flight-deal rates as fare competition heats up. Scenic Rail: Switzerland’s Bernina Express (76 miles, UNESCO-listed rail) was highlighted as a top scenic route for glacier, tunnel, and alpine village views. Wildlife Conservation: SANParks launched a three-month Kgalagadi lion survey to track population balance across the South Africa–Botswana ecosystem. Scam Warning: A report details how overseas job offers can funnel people into guarded scam compounds in Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia. Travel Rules in Practice: Venice tourists faced fines after shirtless jogging sparked backlash and a reminder that local rules can be strict.