Travel Disruption & Safety: A magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Indonesia’s Flores triggered tsunami warnings that were later lifted, but authorities reported deaths, damaged roads and buildings, and disruption around Labuan Bajo, a key tourism hub. Airport & Hospitality Expansion: Bristol Airport’s £400m revamp will add new restaurants including Bill’s (early 2027), Cosy Club, Wagamama and Tap + Brew. Tourism Demand & Demographics: Adventure travel is drawing more older travellers, with research showing over-45s make up the majority of bookings for guided treks. Local Tourism & Leisure: Whitlenge Gardens and Tearoom in Worcestershire is spotlighted for its “gardens within gardens” and TV-featured attraction. Transport Policy: Stagecoach West is overhauling bus fares and timetables in Swindon/Wiltshire to improve reliability. Visa & Student Travel: Ireland’s justice minister faces potential High Court action over visa refusals for Gaza scholarship students. Customer Experience & Access: Disabled Motoring UK urges shoppers to report poor enforcement of disabled parking bays at major supermarkets. Business Travel Tech: SNC Scandic Pay pitches easier international payments for travellers via a unified digital money platform. Community Tourism Economy: A local craft beer bar in Cockermouth seeks later opening hours, arguing current limits hurt viability.