Phuentsholing Travel Disruption: Bhutan’s busiest land gateway is seeing congestion again, with May 24 queues at the Pedestrian Terminal prompting MPs to ask what’s behind the delays and what will fix the flow for tourists. Rural Healthcare Staffing: A National Assembly question raised concerns about shortages of Health Assistants, especially female health workers, in remote gewogs—an issue that directly affects visitor safety and community wellbeing. Tour Entry Delays: Parliament also heard complaints about long waits at the Phuentsholing Integrated Check Post, particularly around SDF payments and permit processing, with the Home Minister saying the ministry is monitoring and responding. Traffic Safety in Thimphu: Lane discipline violations in Thimphu are rising fast, and traffic authorities are expanding CCTV monitoring and targeted enforcement—good news for road-trippers and drivers heading to trailheads. Tourism Partnerships: Thailand and Bhutan completed reciprocal familiarisation trips under “Two Kingdoms, One Destination,” focusing on wellness, culture, sustainability, and higher-value itineraries. Conservation & Eco-Tourism: BTFEC marked World Environment Day in Gelephu with new grants for red panda tourism and elephant habitat enhancement, plus wildlife monitoring support. Wellness Trend Watch: A global wellness survey highlights a shift toward wellness in everyday living and residences—relevant for Bhutan’s tourism product planning. Cultural Heritage Revival: Samtse’s Pemaling Wool Heritage initiative is turning fading sheep-rearing traditions into new handicraft products, creating jobs while keeping culture alive. Earthquake Reminder: A 5.3 quake near Punakha triggered tremors across Bhutan and parts of India, underscoring the need for preparedness for travellers and operators. Border Tech in the Region: India’s Land Port Management System (LPMS) launch on June 9 signals more digitised land-border processing in the region, which could shape future cross-border travel experiences.