Category : Travel
US tourism faces global backlash and $12.5B in losses
The United States tourism sector is facing an acute international backlash in 2025, as a combination of foreign government travel warnings, mass civil protests, and a deteriorating global perception converge to produce a projected loss exceeding $12.5 billion in international tourism revenue. Warnings issued by key governments including Canada, the UK, China, and Japan, alongside sharp......
Airlines cancel 650 Europe flights amid Middle East unrest
Global air travel faced major disruption on June 13 as escalating conflict between Israel and Iran led to the cancellation or diversion of hundreds of flights across Europe and the Middle East. According to Eurocontrol, approximately 1,800 flights were affected by mid-morning, including 650 cancellations, significantly impacting passenger movement and airline operations.......
Emirates signs interline deal with Bahamasair for connectivity
Emirates has entered into an interline partnership with Bahamasair, the national flag carrier of The Bahamas, under a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement aims to streamline travel for passengers connecting between the Emirates network and destinations across The Bahamas via Florida. The unilateral partnership enables Emirates customers arriving......
US airlines generate record $7.27 billion from checked baggage fees in 2024
U.S. airlines generated more than $7.2 billion in revenue from checked baggage fees in 2024, marking a record high in the post-pandemic era, according to data released by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. This figure reflects the continued growth of ancillary revenue streams for carriers as they navigate rising operational......
Etihad launches first flights to Prague and Warsaw expanding network
Etihad Airways has marked a significant milestone with the launch of direct flights to two major Central European cities, Prague and Warsaw, as part of its ongoing network expansion in 2025. The UAE’s national carrier operated its inaugural flight to Prague on 2nd June, followed by its first landing in Warsaw on 3rd June,......
Flydubai expands European network with four new routes
flydubai has announced the launch of flights to four new European destinations as part of its ongoing network expansion. Beginning in September 2025, the airline will introduce services to Chișinău in Moldova and Iași in Romania, followed by Riga in Latvia and Vilnius in Lithuania in December. This expansion brings the carrier’s European......
Across the Salish Sea: A tale of two ferry rides, one standout journey
Traveling from Vancouver to Nanaimo offers multiple ferry options. This firsthand comparison reveals which route delivers true comfort, calm, and coastal character. Traveling between Vancouver and Nanaimo recently gave me the opportunity to compare two very different ferry services: the high-speed Hullo catamaran and the full-service BC Ferries route. Both offer convenience and efficiency,......
India begins phased rollout of chip-based biometric passports
India has commenced the rollout of biometric e-passports, a major upgrade to its travel documentation system aimed at enhancing security and streamlining international travel. These next-generation passports feature an embedded electronic chip containing the holder’s personal and biometric data, securely encoded to prevent unauthorized access and forgery. The new e-passport integrates......
Emirates and flydubai carry over 5 million passengers in 2024
Emirates and flydubai carried over 5 million passengers in 2024, growing 36% and strengthening Dubai’s position as a global air travel hub....
Etihad Airways doubles Nairobi flights to boost Africa network
Etihad adds four direct Africa routes, increasing frequencies and deepening partnerships with Air Seychelles and Ethiopian Airlines....
