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Azerbaijan welcomed 2.5 million visitors from 198 countries in 2025, drawn by ancient rock art, medieval cities, and rare mud volcanoes. The country's five UNESCO World Heritage sites and unique landscapes are putting it on the global travel map.
A massive battery-powered ferry carrying 2,100 passengers and 225 cars just launched service between Argentina and Uruguay, proving clean ocean travel works at scale. The China Zorrilla runs purely on batteries where diesel once ruled the waves.
Electric vehicle maker Rivian just installed six fast chargers in Jackson, Wyoming, where demand for EV charging has exploded by 786% in five years. The new stations can fully charge any electric vehicle in under an hour, helping tourists reach Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
Turkey has earned 29 Cittaslow designations—more than any country in the world—celebrating towns where ancient traditions, local cuisine, and peaceful living still thrive. From Aegean fishing villages to Black Sea mountain retreats, these hidden gems offer travelers a chance to experience authentic Turkish culture at a gentler pace.
A Montreal airport just became one of Canada's most EV-friendly travel hubs with 120 new charging stations and plans for 48 more. The smart installation uses power-sharing technology to serve travelers without overwhelming the electrical grid.
A new travel platform is turning European safaris into a force for nature recovery. Since launching in 2025, Wilder Places has sent nearly €60,000 to local communities while connecting travelers with wolves, bison, and rewilding landscapes.
Texas just committed $226 million to install 321 new electric vehicle charging stations across the state, answering the call from over half a million EV drivers. With 22 stations already open and dozens more coming by 2027, road trips across the Lone Star State are about to get a whole lot easier for electric vehicles.
America is marking two centuries of passenger rail travel with new scenic routes, heritage trains, and unique railway hotels opening across the country. The 2027 bicentennial puts the spotlight on exploring the nation's stunning landscapes by train instead of car or plane.
Virgin will challenge Eurostar with 20 daily trains connecting London to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam starting in 2030. The sleek black and red trains promise signature Virgin hospitality and nearly 7.5 million new seats annually.
A new electric travel trailer launching in 2027 can power itself with solar panels and even send electricity back to your home. The Pebble Flow trailer partners with Jackery to create a mobile home that never needs to plug in.
The 2027 Pebble Flow trailer can generate more power than it uses on an average camping day, thanks to upgraded solar panels that end the need for noisy generators. This electric trailer even has enough juice to charge your car in the wilderness.
New Zealand's Green Party has unveiled a $4.02 billion plan to reconnect major cities with passenger trains, including overnight service between Auckland and Wellington. The ambitious proposal would transform how New Zealanders travel long distances while making use of rail infrastructure that already exists.