Transavia Criticised After Woman and Child Sit in Cockpit for 6-Hour Flight
A Transavia flight from Hurghada to Amsterdam has sparked scrutiny after reports that a woman and young child occupied cockpit seats throughout the six-hour journey.
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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Celebrity Solstice Charts New Pacific Routes to Fiji, Bali and Australia
Celebrity Solstice returns to the Pacific with refreshed spaces and new itineraries linking Fiji, Bali, Australia and beyond for the 2026–27 season.
Royal Caribbean Cancellations Shake Up Summer 2027 Plans
Royal Caribbean’s redeployment of Freedom of the Seas from Miami to Europe wipes out dozens of summer 2027 sailings, forcing cruisers to rethink vacation plans.
Crew Crisis Triggers Major Travel Meltdown at Charleston Airport
Hundreds of travelers at Charleston International Airport faced cascading delays and cancellations after a sudden pilot and crew availability crisis disrupted operations.
UK and Allies Grapple With Energy Shock as Gulf Routes Choke
Middle East strikes, blocked oil routes and a shattered ceasefire are driving a fresh energy and economic crunch across Europe and North America.
UAE Rainstorms Snarl Travel Across Dubai and Key Cities
Unusually heavy rain is disrupting flights and road travel across Dubai and other UAE hubs. Here is how the weather chaos could affect upcoming trips.
Mass Flight Disruptions Snarl Travel Across Israel and Gulf
Hundreds of passengers face long queues and uncertainty as security tensions trigger 163 flight cancellations and 24 delays across Israel, Qatar and Bahrain.
Interoperable Digital IDs for Seafarers Set Global First
A new interoperable digital identity for seafarers promises faster crew changes, smoother port calls and stronger security as maritime operations accelerate digitalization.
The Double Squeeze Reshaping 2026 Air Travel
A grinding U.S. funding standoff and a fast‑moving Middle East conflict are converging to raise delays, costs and uncertainty for air travelers in 2026.
Singapore Airlines to Link Changi with New Western Sydney Airport
Singapore Airlines will launch a new non-stop daily service between Changi and Western Sydney International Airport from November 2026, boosting Sydney connectivity.
Australia Updates Travel Warning as France Added to High-Risk List
Australia’s latest travel advisory expands cautions to France alongside Turkey, the UK, China, Egypt, Mexico, Indonesia and others amid new biometrics and rising security risks.
Cape Town Ranked 6th Best City for 2026 Amid Rising Costs
Cape Town’s 2026 ranking as the world’s sixth best city highlights its beauty and growth, even as residents grapple with mounting affordability pressures.