Visa Policy Shock: Thailand will cut visa-free stays for Israeli tourists from 60 to 30 days starting Sept. 15, with land-border entries limited to two per year and longer trips requiring extensions or a proper visa. Border & Security Tightening: Germany says tourist trips by Russians “cannot continue in the former format” and plans to sharply reduce holiday visas after the Leipzig airport drone incident. US Citizenship Crackdown: U.S. lawmakers ramp up hearings targeting “birth tourism,” arguing it exploits the 14th Amendment, as Democrats call the effort bigoted and aimed at overturning the Supreme Court’s June ruling. Travel Disruption: Deadly Grand Canyon flooding has damaged the park’s economy and knocked out the sole water pipeline, forcing lodging shutdowns at a key tourist vista. Tourism Economy Boost: A study finds visitor spending along the Great Miami Riverway generated $1.2B in business impact in 2025, supporting 11,177 jobs. Local Tourism Watch: Baguio’s Burnham Lake boat concessionaires face license threats over overcharging and non-upgraded boats after the lake reopened. Hospitality Strategy: New Zealand’s 2026 Hospitality Summit released 13 recommendations covering jobs, alcohol policy, data compliance, and skills. Night Tourism Push: Seoul is extending fall nighttime access to City Hall observatories and museums, aiming to lift after-dark spending.