Tourism Growth Watch: A new WTTC outlook says Central and South America are set to outpace the world in 2026 tourism growth, with the region’s travel output rising faster than global averages and overseas spending widening the gap. Coolcation Demand: Travel And Tour World’s 2026 “coolcation” ranking highlights Guatemala among the Americas’ best cooler-weather escapes, pointing to rising interest in nature-led trips as heat drives destination choices. New Air Links to Guatemala: United Airlines is adding a year-round nonstop from Houston to Tuxtla Gutiérrez (Chiapas) and, separately, Avianca is launching/expanding Guatemala–San Francisco service for World Cup travel flows. Caribbean Connectivity Boom: BermudAir’s big winter expansion adds routes to Belize and Turks & Caicos and includes new service to Guatemala City, signaling more nonstop options for travelers heading through the region. Health & Safety for Travelers: With measles concerns tied to World Cup mobility, Colombia is urging travelers to complete vaccinations, and experts warn that food safety and water choices can make or break summer trips abroad. Guatemala in the Spotlight: Volcano Innovation Summit returns to Antigua Guatemala in September 2026, aiming to connect 2,200 leaders across 35 countries.