Bhutan Tourism Numbers: Bhutan welcomed 26% more tourists in the first five months of 2026, reaching 102,000+ SDF-paying visitors and about USD 68.7M in revenue, with Indian arrivals up 33% to nearly 74,000. Sustainable Stays: The Department of Tourism is urging hotels to adopt the Bhutan Green Hotel Standard (BGHS) to strengthen eco-friendly operations and align with global sustainability benchmarks. Longer Stays Push: Bhutan is seeing more visitors but is also pushing for longer stays to improve returns for the tourism sector. Local Fuel Relief: Lhamoi Dzingkha in Dagana got a new STCBL fuel outlet (Nu 17M, 80,000 litres) to cut recurring shortages for 9,000+ residents and officials. Thimphu Roads & Workshops: Rumours about relocating Olarongchhu automobile workshops are stirring uncertainty, but residents say the bigger issue is still the poor road conditions. Adventure Demand: Adventure World says enquiries for Bhutan have surged from Australia and New Zealand, prompting new 8–15 day itineraries. Hiking Culture: Social media is driving interest in lesser-known trails like Pangkala in Paro, turning weekend hikes into a growing trend.