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Eos X Space Acquires Space Perspective to Expand Balloon Tourism

Eos X Space, the aerospace company located in Spain, has acquired its American competitor Space Perspective, breathing new life into the peaceful vision of tourist trips to the fringe of space via balloon transportation. This monumental buyout could transform the future of high-altitude tourism, allowing individuals to behold Earth’s curvature without requiring a rocket. Space Perspective, founded in Florida, was once viewed as pioneering this nascent form of space travel. The enterprise’s flagship undertaking involved Spaceship Neptune, a lavishly appointed capsule intended to drift serenely into the stratosphere carried by a gargantuan balloon. A single seat aboard one of these excursions carried a steep price of $125,000. In September of 2024, they carried out a successful test voyage using a capsule called Excelsior, which attained an elevation of nearly 100,000 feet or 30,480 meters. This demonstration validated their technological capabilities, yet just months later, difficulties arose that troubled the company.

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Qatar’s Al Mansour Asia to Transform Cambodia’s Tourism

In a major boost for Cambodia’s tourism industry, Qatar-based investment company AI Mansour Asia has announced it is set to heavily invest in the country, particularly in its infrastructure. It intends to make over the landscape of Cambodian tourism by developing the country’s central infrastructure such as hotels, entertainment spots, islands and airports. The investments – made by Cambodia Senate President Samdech Techo Hun Sen and Fahd Al Dosari, the advisor to Sheikh Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani – are expected to cater for Cambodia’s mushrooming need for tourism services, and to turn it into a regional tourism hotspot in Southeast Asia. Backed by the financial muscle of AI Mansour Asia, Cambodia appears to be on course to benefit from a next wave of modern tourism infrastructure that complements the government’s vision for sustainable tourism growth. The unveiling of the investment initiative underscores the warmer relations between Qatar and Cambodia that have developed over the last few years. Earlier, QCs met with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen and discussed bilateral relations with the AI Mansour Asia delegation in Phnom Penh, where he reaffirmed Cambodia’s efforts to enhance relations with the world by building relations based on such expeditions. He emphasized the economic value of tourism to Cambodia, especially amidst the rapid rebound of the industry from the pandemic.

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Regional Tourists Fuel Bulgaria’s Summer Boom Despite Challenges

The tourism sector in Bulgaria is booming with the number of tourists from countries such as Romania, Greece, Turkey, Serbia, Denmark, UK, and Germany steadily rising. Itineraries like these enable huge numbers of people to visit Bulgaria and to find out for themselves why it is an emerging destination for both beach holidays and cultural explorations of towns and villages in its mountains and towards its beaches. According to the report, hotel operators had mixed results for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Thirty percent of hoteliers saw year-over-year performance on par with 2024 and another 30% said performance improved. 20% of hoteliers reported a 10% gain in staff levels, while that same percentage reported a 10% decrease, pointing to a labor market volatility influenced by seasonality, price pressure, and ongoing staffing deficits. Employment in Bulgarian hotels fluctuated widely in the first half of 2025. Around 30% to 50% of properties reported moderate staffing levels, while about one-fifth operated with occupancy below 30%. In contrast, approximately one-third of surveyed hotels reported occupancy rates between 50% and 70%, still below peak seasonal performance.

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Flynas Leads Saudi Aviation in June 2025 GACA Rankings

In a significant achievement for the Saudi aviation scene, flynas, the Kingdom’s low-cost carrier, has taken the lead as the best performing airline in the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) classification index, as of June 2025. With only 26 complaints per 100,000 passengers and a 100% on-time complaints resolution rate, flynas is setting the standard for passenger satisfaction. This accomplishment represents the carrier’s ongoing dedication to superior service, on-going response to passengers’ needs and overall success within the travel & tourism industry. Monthly The GACA Index ranks the performance airlines in terms of passenger complaints and the resolution of these complaints. The June 2025 results bode well for the sector, which is especially pertinent to Saudi Arabia’s growing travel and tourism sector, which places the country at the forefront as a global aviation hub. Saudi airlines received 1,370 complaints from passengers in June 2025 across several categories including flight delays, baggage delivery and ticketing issues, GACA said in its report. Nonetheless, flynas was the leading sector with the least complaints. The airline as a whole has been leading the way in both pro-active customer service, and deriving benefits from a strong track record of complaint resolution within the aviation industry of the Kingdom of Saudi-Arabia.

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Mexico Travel Deals: Big United Vacations Savings Through 2026

Mexico travel is taking center stage as United Vacations launches a limited-time promotion offering travelers up to $400 off on vacation packages booked by July 31, 2025. This special deal is available with airfare and a minimum three-night hotel stay to all of classic and beloved vacation spots such as Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, and Hawaii, so now’s the time to book—and secure—your affordable vacation for travel through April 2026. It doesn’t matter if you are planning a spontaneous escape for 2025 or being even more prepared for 2026 we’re supporting early planners with our best-ever savings! Travelers hoping to stretch their vacation budget now have a golden opportunity—United Vacations has rolled out a limited-time promotional offer that rewards early planning with generous discounts on vacation packages to some of the world’s most sought-after destinations. Running only through July 31, 2025, the promotion offers savings of up to $400 per booking, depending on the travel destination, length of hotel stay, and travel period. Whether you’re planning a tropical escape to the Caribbean, a cultural immersion in Europe, or a beach retreat in Hawaii, these exclusive promo codes are designed to provide flexible travel options and exceptional value.

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Shizuoka 2025: Adventure, Culture & Mount Fuji Await

Shizuoka Prefecture — only an hour by bullet train from Tokyo and where the iconic Mount Fuji stands — is about to become even more attractive to tourists, by offering new and exciting experiences in 2025. Related to Japan’s fall this year, and Koyama’s half-decade-long support of its promotion in the British media, Shizuoka, which with its natural beauty and rich history sitting at the base of its towering, snow-capped beacon of Mount Fuji, is now welcoming visitors with some unique activities from traditional Bushido experiences to exhilarating cycling adventures. These new experiences cater to many types of travelers, from culture vultures to outdoorsy types. The climbing season for Mount Fuji, one of Japan’s most famous landmarks, officially opened on July 10 for 2025, offering climbers the chance to hike the mountain until September 10. However, the climbing experience has undergone significant changes to enhance safety and sustainability. Visitors wishing to access Mount Fuji from Shizuoka’s three main routes—Fujinomiya, Gotemba, and Subashiri—must now obtain an entry permit via the Shizouka Fuji Navi app, which also includes a mandatory e-learning course on mountain safety. A new climbing fee of 4,000 JPY (approximately £20) per person has been introduced, which will be used for environmental conservation and trail maintenance. Furthermore, a restriction has been placed on entry between 2 PM and 3 AM for climbers who do not have a reservation at a mountain hut for an overnight stay. These measures aim to reduce overcrowding, improve safety, and protect the natural environment of Mount Fuji.

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