Tourism vs. residents: Savannah is holding mediated talks on tour noise and enforcement, aiming for end-of-summer compromises on time/place rules and public-space upkeep. Holiday rentals policy: Australia’s planned property-tax changes could push some short-term hosts to rethink Airbnb-style lets, with knock-on effects for long-term rental supply. Travel safety on the ground: In South Africa, a complaint has been referred over alleged Scottburgh Beach Pavilion concrete falling risks after warnings went unheeded. Border/entry hassle: The UK Foreign Office warns tourists about Indonesia’s “All Indonesia Declaration Form,” stressing official links and visa-scam traps. Air travel deals: Qantas launched a mid-year sale on 1.4M domestic economy seats, with many one-way fares under $200. Long-haul demand: ABTA says long-haul travel is back, as Europe’s entry/exit checks and higher package prices keep some travelers looking farther afield. Destination spotlight: Cheboygan, Michigan, is pitching itself as a Lake Huron road-trip stop with lighthouse, brewing, theater, and river/park adventures. Wellness tourism: Sati Spa at InterContinental Phuket Resort won two Asia honors for holistic and destination wellness retreats. Overtourism pressure: A viral Shimla traffic clash is reigniting debate over tourist indiscipline in hill towns with limited road capacity. Theme park fate: Wales’ Oakwood Theme Park has been closed since March 2025, with nature now reclaiming the site.