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WHAT'S NEXT?: How we travel, where we travel and whether we travel at all will mean tremendous change in the decades ahead.

• [New] Aviation hubs such as London, New York, and Singapore could be connected in previously unthinkable timeframes, transforming business travel and premium leisure segments. Aviation a2z
• [New] Passenger flights are expected within 2026, and commercial service will follow soon thereafter - making quiet, zero-emission air travel as routine as hailing an Uber. New York Post
• [New] A supersonic jet plane designed to make very little noise took flight for the first time last week, cruising over the southern California desert just after sunrise in what could be the first step toward much faster commercial travel. The Washington Times
• [New] The X-59's success could ultimately make faster-than-sound travel a reality for future generations, revolutionizing the way people travel around the world. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The high-speed rail plan would more than halve travel time between cities like Madrid and Lisbon by 2040. Clean Energy Wire
• [New] To further improve the quality of travel by train, a startup company from Berlin called Nox is designing a futuristic sleeper train that will connect an impressive 100 European cities and will even offer fully private rooms. El Diario 24
• [New] Industry analysts expect American's A321XLR utilization to enhance visitor accessibility to secondary European tourism destinations, promoting regions such as the Iberian Peninsula, Ireland, and the Mediterranean as attractive options for both American and international travelers. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The arrival of the A321XLR comes at a crucial time for US tourism and aviation recovery, opening new route opportunities and boosting travel flexibility. Travel And Tour World
• [New] With a dedication to sustainable tourism, Africa Natural Tours provides unique opportunities to engage with local communities while appreciating Rwanda's diverse wildlife. The Ultimate Guide to Rwanda Tours in November 2025 - A
• [New] The Blue Line will cater to a projected ridership of 320,000 passengers by 2040, highlighting its crucial role in addressing traffic congestion and providing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional car travel. / UAE Travel And Tour World
• [New] Air travel is surging - on track for 9.8 billion journeys in 2025 and projected to reach 18.9 billion by 2047. CNW Group
• [New] Fitch Ratings projects GCC tourism GDP will exceed $340bn by 2030, accounting for more than 10% of regional economic output. CMW
• [New] The GCC tourism sector is projected to contribute $371.2bn to regional GDP by 2034, equivalent to 13.3% of the total economy, up from $130bn in 2023. CMW
• [New] NASA's X-59 QueSST achieves first flight in 2025, advancing supersonic travel by reducing sonic booms to a thump, potentially enabling overland commercial flights by 2030. Ainvest
• [New] With ChatGPT now connecting to apps like Expedia and Booking.com, the path from planning to booking is faster, creating new opportunities for the U.S. travel industry. Brand USA
• [New] Rail vacations are set to be one of the hottest travel trends in 2026! Railbookers
• [New] Muslim-friendly travel spending reached $216.9 billion in 2023 and is forecast to grow to $384.1 billion by 2028. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The future of global tourism will be shaped by the success of the A320neo and ongoing commitments to green aviation, with hopes that the world will remain accessible for generations to come. Travel And Tour World
• [New] By 2026, inbound travel is projected to rise to 70.4 million visits, and by 2029, international travel to the U.S. could surpass historic highs, reaching 81.9 million visitors. Travel And Tour World
• [New] While domestic leisure travel is projected to continue its rise, international inbound travel will experience a decline in 2025, falling by 6.3% to 67.9 million visitors. Travel And Tour World
• [New] In 2025, domestic leisure travel is forecast to grow 1.9%, reaching a total of $895 billion. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Generation X is expected to lead the charge in terms of personalized travel spending, with projections to reach $131.2 billion by 2030. Travel And Tour World

Last updated: 08 November 2025