How Qeshm Island Shifted From Holiday Haven to Missile Hub
Once marketed as an eco‑island and duty‑free getaway, Iran’s Qeshm has steadily taken on a front‑line strategic missile role in the tense Persian Gulf.
Jolyon Hyne
Jolyon Hyne is a journalist covering travel, culture, and global trends. His writing focuses on the evolving character of cities, societies, and destinations worldwide.
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Spanish Overseas Travel Spending Hits Historic High
New data shows Spanish tourists are spending more than ever on trips abroad. Here is what is driving the surge and where the money is going.
Colorado’s Mountain Towns Shift From Records to Resilience
After years of pandemic-fueled booms, Colorado’s mountain towns approach summer 2026 with slower growth, climate pressures and a new focus on long-term resilience.
Manchester Piccadilly Works Set to Cause Severe Weekend Disruption
Extensive engineering at Manchester Piccadilly is expected to cause major disruption to rail and tram journeys, with passengers urged to plan weekend travel carefully.
Europe’s Biggest Cruise Terminal Opens in Las Palmas
Las Palmas’ new cruise terminal at Port of La Luz is now billed as Europe’s largest, reshaping Canary Islands itineraries with higher capacity and greener design.
Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Puts Birmingham in Global Spotlight
With the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 opening at Edgbaston, Birmingham is preparing for a surge in cricket fans, visitors and international attention.
UK, US, Japan, Australia Push Up 2026 Travel Visa Costs
Planned visa and entry fee hikes across the UK, US, Japan and Australia in 2025–26 signal a pricier era for global travel and long‑haul holidays.
UAE Sets Eid Al Fitr 2026 After Moon Sighting, Boosting Travel
The UAE’s Eid Al Fitr 2026 dates, set after the Shawwal moon sighting, are reshaping travel demand, local festivities and regional celebration patterns.
China Widens Visa-Free Entry to Revive Tourism and Spending
China is rapidly expanding visa-free entry, courting visitors from nearly 80 countries to jump-start inbound tourism and support a broader economic recovery.
European Flyers Hit by Massive Airport Delays and Cancellations
Major hubs from Amsterdam to Stockholm face heavy disruption, with more than 1,390 delays and dozens of cancellations affecting Denmark, the Netherlands, the UK and beyond.
Gulf Airspace Chaos Strands Thousands as Flights Axed
Airspace closures and security tensions across the Gulf have triggered hundreds of cancellations and delays, stranding passengers from Riyadh to Paris and Athens.
Ireland’s Domestic Travel Boom Reshapes Holiday Choices
Rising global uncertainty and higher travel costs are channeling more Irish residents toward holidays at home and putting Ireland on the radar as a cooler, calmer escape.