Resort Disaster (Dominican Republic): A major fire at Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham in Bayahibe killed a 46-year-old Italian tourist and forced the evacuation of nearly 1,700 guests to nearby hotels. Authorities say the blaze spread rapidly, likely driven by wind and flammable thatched roof sections, while the adjacent Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace was not damaged and continued operating. Tourism Disruption (Philippines): In Aklan, the Caticlan village council has formally opposed Nabas’ management and collection of tourism fees at Aron Magic Island, sending the dispute to national agencies including Tourism and Environment for review. Earthquake Aftermath (Philippines): Davao Occidental suspended all tourism activities provincewide after an earthquake, closing beaches, dive sites, trails and tourism facilities until safety inspections and clearances are completed. Infrastructure & Access (Nepal): Nepal’s tourism minister says Gautam Buddha International Airport will come into operation, citing policy gaps as the reason for delays and urging stronger tourist promotion. Destination Planning (Oman): OPAZ unveiled a Duqm waterfront master plan to build a tourism and investment hub, targeting thousands of hotel units and residential development by 2040. Visitor Management (Greece): Santorini’s cruise rules tighten with an 8,000-passenger daily cap and a €20 peak-season fee, aiming for a calmer, longer-stay visitor mix. Tourism Growth (India): Goa logged 46.39 lakh visitors from January to May, up 0.39% year-on-year, with officials crediting connectivity and more varied experiences. Safety & Travel (South Korea): A tour bus carrying 21 tourists overturned near the DMZ lookout en route to Dora Observatory, injuring 10 people, including two seriously hurt. Tourism & Environment (India): Manali’s peak season is marred by mounting garbage and litter at major tourist spots, despite a single-use plastic ban.