Mbabane and Manzini Anchor Eswatini’s New Transport Push
Eswatini is leveraging Mbabane and Manzini, upgraded highways and an airport special economic zone to position itself as a regional transport and tourism hub.
Vanessa Jackson
Based in Southampton, one of Europe’s busiest cruise hubs, Vanessa follows cruise line announcements and maritime travel trends. Her reporting helps readers stay informed about the ships, ports, and operational changes shaping the cruise world.
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Singapore Airlines Boosts Dhaka Flights, Lifting Regional Tourism
Singapore Airlines will double Dhaka services in August 2026, reshaping travel options for tourists from India, China, Indonesia and Australia bound for Bangladesh.
New Biometric Era Begins as Europe Fully Activates EES
Europe’s Schengen borders are now fully digital, as the EU’s Entry Exit System becomes 100 percent operational, reshaping how millions of non‑EU tourists enter and leave.
Cambodia and Turkey Deepen Tourism Links via New Direct Flights
Cambodia and Turkey are stepping up tourism cooperation as new direct flights connect Phnom Penh and Istanbul, lifting visitor numbers and broadening regional travel links.
Cape Town Secures Overnight Call on Queen Mary 2’s 2026 World Voyage
Cape Town is set for a high-profile moment in 2026 as Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 schedules an overnight call during its global voyage, underscoring South Africa’s cruise appeal.
Katsina City Drives Northern Nigeria Tourism With FTAN Pact
Katsina City is emerging as a model cultural destination in Northern Nigeria, as a new partnership with FTAN accelerates tourism investment, heritage projects and creative growth.
Why Titanic’s Stern Lies in Ruins on the Atlantic Seafloor
New scans and simulations explain why Titanic’s stern rests as a mangled heap on the seafloor, while the bow remains recognisably ship-shaped for visitors and viewers.
Sierra Leone Trains Women Journalists to Champion Tourism
A new Freetown workshop is equipping women journalists with storytelling and digital skills to showcase Sierra Leone’s culture, beaches and crafts to global visitors.
Free Sunday Bus Travel Marks New Era for West Yorkshire Routes
Arriva is offering free bus travel across West Yorkshire this Sunday to showcase 50 new low-emission buses and encourage car-free leisure trips.
Cruise Tourism 2026 Powers Growth And Local Prosperity
Cruise tourism is on track for record passenger volumes in 2026, driving global economic gains while forcing destinations to rethink how benefits reach local communities.
Air New Zealand Trials Digital ID in Bid to Streamline Travel
Air New Zealand has completed a digital ID trial on its Auckland–Hong Kong route, testing contactless, biometric-supported journeys that could significantly reduce queues and document checks.
Indonesia Added to Asian Nations Facing Tougher ANZ Travel Rules
Recent policy shifts in Australia and New Zealand are tightening entry for visitors from Indonesia, Fiji, India and Sri Lanka, reshaping travel across the Indo-Pacific.