Trump administration quietly expands US visa bond pilot to 13 nations, adding seven countries and up to 15,000 dollar deposits that critics warn could sharply curb tourism, business travel and family visits.
Avianca has restarted Aruba, Curaçao and San Juan flights after U.S. safety curbs eased, helping clear holiday backlogs while routes adjust to ongoing security advisories and potential schedule changes.
Bali plans stricter 2026 entry checks, with proof of funds, confirmed stays and clear itineraries required, reshaping visa on arrival travel for budget tourists, digital nomads and long term visitors.
Hamata Red Sea tourist boat La Villa runs aground with 28 people safely evacuated, spotlighting Egypt’s evolving maritime safety standards, rescue readiness and environmental concerns in a fast growing dive tourism hotspot.
Louvre Museum strike resumes after January 5 vote, leaving Paris’s top attraction partially open, with only a limited masterpieces route and sudden gallery closures disrupting 2026 travel plans.
Signal box failure near Neuss and a switch fault south of Cologne caused severe Cologne–Düsseldorf rail disruption Monday, with major delays, cancellations, rerouted trains and replacement buses for stranded commuters and airport travelers.
Banff National Park issues new wild ice warning as variable freeze thaw cycles delay Lake Louise rink openings, prompting winter visitors to rethink bucket list skating plans and prioritize safety checks.
