United Adds 20% More Flights At SFO

United today announced it will add 20 percent more flying out of San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in 2025, reflecting its long-term strategy to re-establish SFO as a global gateway. United is now larger in SFO than it was pre-pandemic, with capacity1 up Read More …

Today: UK ETA: European Visitors Face Rising Fees

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 …

Holland America Chef Creates Longest Sushi Roll At Sea

Holland America Line created what it believes to be the longest maki sushi roll at sea on March 30 aboard Rotterdam. The effort was spearheaded by the line’s Global Fresh Fish Ambassador Chef Masaharu Morimoto, who was on board.    Chef Morimoto and more Read More …

USA Tourism In Crisis: Foreign Visitors Choose Safer Destinations

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 …

Windstar Adds 2nd Solar Eclipse Cruise After 1st Sells Out

The yacht’s position north of Mallorca affords eclipse viewers an unobstructed view Seeing a total solar eclipse is a coveted life experience for many and combining that with a chance to see it at sunset (a rare occurrence) from a Read More …

Shortage In Tourist Hotspots: 1 Toilet For Every 100K Visitors

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 …

UK Arrival Hall: ETA Required For Visa-Free Countries

The United Kingdom has implemented a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, aligning with a global trend of countries requiring pre-travel clearance for visa-exempt visitors. Effective April 2, 2025, most European nationals, excluding Irish citizens, will need to obtain an Read More …

United Breaks Ground On $177M Ground Facility

United announced another investment in its Houston hub today by breaking ground on a new 140,000-square-foot Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Maintenance Facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and opening a new, state-of-the-art Technical Operations Training Center at the airport that will Read More …

Expedition Cruise Line Charters New Vessel

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions unveiled a new way to explore with the global leader and pioneer of modern expedition cruising with the launch of a series of chartered voyages exploring the undersea and shoreside wonders of Indonesia aboard the Aqua Blu. Designed for exploration and Read More …