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Emergency landing in Mogadishu: StarSky Aviation’s Fokker 50 overran the runway and ended up on the beach, no injuries
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Emergency landing in Mogadishu: StarSky Aviation’s Fokker 50 overran the runway and ended up on the beach, no injuries

Find out how StarSky Aviation’s aircraft, after a reported technical problem, had to make a return landing in Mogadishu, overran the runway, and came to a stop on the beach by the Indian Ocean. All 55 passengers and crew members were evacuated without injuries, and Somali aviation authorities announced a full investigation.

Feb 11, 2026 at 9:29 AM · Business Editorial Department
Croatia presented at the DMC dal Mondo roadshow in Italy: strong agent interest for key destinations
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Croatia presented at the DMC dal Mondo roadshow in Italy: strong agent interest for key destinations

Find out why the “DMC dal Mondo” roadshow in Turin, Milan, Verona, Venice Mestre, and Bologna is important for Croatian tourism: HTZ and 35 exhibitors talked with more than 250 Italian agents. The focus was on Istria and Kvarner, but also Zagreb as well as Split, Zadar, and Dubrovnik, with an emphasis on good transport connectivity and new business contacts.

Feb 10, 2026 at 1:54 PM · Tourism desk
Jet fuel shortage in Cuba cancels flights and pressures tourism, as the region seeks routes via Jamaica and the Caymans
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Jet fuel shortage in Cuba cancels flights and pressures tourism, as the region seeks routes via Jamaica and the Caymans

Find out why Cuba ran out of Jet A-1 jet fuel and how it triggers cancellations and technical landings. We bring you what this means for passengers, tour operators, hotels, and small hosts, and which Caribbean and neighboring airports are taking on the role of refueling hubs, from the Dominican Republic and Mexico to Jamaica and the Caymans.

Feb 10, 2026 at 12:54 PM · Tourism desk
Spain breaks tourism records, Madrid strengthens role as UN Tourism and WTTC center, and Barcelona protests
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Spain breaks tourism records, Madrid strengthens role as UN Tourism and WTTC center, and Barcelona protests

Learn how Spain reached 96.8 million foreign guests and record spending in 2025, why Madrid is becoming a global tourism hub with UN Tourism and WTTC, and what the protests in Barcelona say about overtourism and housing pressures. We also bring an overview of the measures cities are announcing and possible consequences for residents and visitors.

Feb 10, 2026 at 11:28 AM · Tourism desk
Fujiyoshida at the foot of Fuji cancelled cherry blossom festival due to crowds, waste, and inappropriate tourists
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Fujiyoshida at the foot of Fuji cancelled cherry blossom festival due to crowds, waste, and inappropriate tourists

Find out why the Japanese city of Fujiyoshida, known for its views of Fuji and the Chureito Pagoda, cancelled the spring cherry blossom festival. Locals warn of traffic collapse, trash, and trespassing, and authorities announce stricter measures. We bring you what is changing for visitors in April 2026 and how the city is trying to regain control over the crowds.

Feb 10, 2026 at 10:57 AM · Tourism desk
Flights to Saint Helena suspended: Airlink grounded due to a safety issue at the airport
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Flights to Saint Helena suspended: Airlink grounded due to a safety issue at the airport

Find out why commercial flights to Saint Helena have been halted, what is behind the problem with the airport’s fire-and-rescue readiness, and why a “major incident” was declared. We provide an overview of the effects on passengers, supply and tourism, and what is known about the resumption of Airlink’s route and the timelines up to 20 February 2026.

Feb 10, 2026 at 10:21 AM · Business Editorial Department

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