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 …

Visa Fee Hikes: UK Travel Industry Concerned

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 …

Euro Travel Warning Over New, Strict US Entry Requirements

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 …

US Border Crisis: Tourism Impact?

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 …

Italy Travel Disruptions Ahead This Week

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 …

Malaysia Airlines Orders Up To 60 Boeing 737s

Malaysia Airlines Group (MAG) has solidified its fleet modernization plans with a significant order from Boeing, encompassing up to 60 737 MAX aircraft. This order, announced on March 21st, is strategically split into 30 firm orders and 30 options, reflecting Read More …

Border Control: UK Airports Unveil Facial Rec Tech

Get ready to breeze through UK airports and travel ports like never before! A revolutionary wave of convenience is sweeping across Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and a host of other major hubs, thanks to the introduction of cutting-edge facial recognition technology. Read More …