EU Border Crunch: The World Travel and Tourism Council warns Europe’s Entry/Exit System could deter demand as airports see queues up to five hours, urging flexibility and better staffing. Travel Disruption Watch: Ryanair echoes the alarm, calling EES “not ready” and warning of “passport queue chaos” at multiple airports. Border Rules, Gibraltar Style: Gibraltar’s tourist board is rolling out an awareness campaign ahead of July 15 dual checks (Gibraltar then Schengen/EES where applicable) to keep the visitor economy moving. Heat & Wildfire Risk: Southern France evacuates nearly 3,000 people as wildfires hit camps amid a record heatwave, while Europe’s extreme temperatures continue to reshape travel plans. Mongolia Tourism Leak Debate: Research highlights how only a portion of Mongolia’s tourism revenue may reach local communities, with spending varying sharply by soum. Aviation & Routes: Wizz Air adds Bratislava–Baku direct flights from Sept. 29; Siam Seaplane expands its Don Mueang hub to grow premium amphibious connectivity. Local Tourism Boost: Caramoan, Philippines welcomes its second international expedition cruise call, bringing 115 foreign visitors for island-hopping and kayaking. US 250th Travel: Fourth of July crowds build across the US, with practical guidance for beachgoers in Panama City Beach and major fireworks plans in Washington, D.C.