As airlines tighten weight and size restrictions for cabin baggage, travelers continue to face unexpected fees at the gate when their hand luggage exceeds limits. With some carriers now weighing hand luggage more consistently and charging additional fees for oversized Read More …
Starting April 2, 2025, the UK will implement its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system for European visitors, requiring a £10 fee, which will rise to £16 by April 9. This digital authorization, similar to the U.S. ESTA, aims to modernize Read More …
The United States, traditionally a top global tourist destination, is facing a potential decline in international visitors, reversing previous growth trends. Projections now indicate a 20% drop in international arrivals for 2025, a significant shift from earlier forecasts of a Read More …
A new analysis by Nationwide Waste Service, a leading provider of portable sanitary solutions, reveals that despite drawing millions of visitors annually, many of America’s most iconic tourist hotspots are struggling to meet a basic need—public restroom access. According to this Read More …
A major travel industry group in the UK, UKinbound, is worried about recently announced increases in visa fees. The British government plans to raise the amount travelers, students, and workers have to pay for certain types of visas. Businesses that Read More …
France has joined a growing list of European nations, including Germany, the UK, Finland, Denmark, and Canada, in issuing travel warnings to their citizens planning to visit the United States. These warnings stem from stricter entry rules implemented under the Read More …
The U.S. tourism industry is facing a severe crisis due to increasingly stringent and opaque border control measures, leading to prolonged detentions of European and other international tourists with valid travel documents. These detentions, often lacking clear justification, are creating Read More …
Today we have another reason to come to your embarkation port a a few days before sailing and/or linger a while after the cruise is over: massive travel disruptions. Starting Monday, Europe’s travel network faces significant disruptions as EasyJet pilots Read More …
The US airline industry is experiencing a significant drop in flight bookings, stemming from a combination of economic instability and heightened fear of flying. Of concern: While economic factors like recession fears and reduced consumer spending play a role, a Read More …