Global travel faces new era of visas, fees and biometrics
From Norway to Thailand, governments are rolling out biometric borders, new travel authorisations, tighter visa policies and higher fees that will reshape international trips.
From Norway to Thailand, governments are rolling out biometric borders, new travel authorisations, tighter visa policies and higher fees that will reshape international trips.
Milan turns April into a citywide stage, uniting global design, contemporary art, marathon racing and cultural festivals into a concentrated burst of urban energy.
From jazz ensembles to mountain films and riverfront wine walks, Reno’s April calendar is packed with festivals drawing spring travelers to northern Nevada.
Toynton St Peter in Lincolnshire faces more than four months of road closures and diversions as a six phase, £800,000 drainage upgrade gets under way.
Fresh data show Massachusetts and several other major tourism states posting year‑end declines in visitor numbers, underscoring a broader slowdown for US travel.
Omni Hotels & Resorts and Peter Millar debut branded suites and a coffee concept, highlighting how lifestyle collaborations are reshaping luxury travel in the United States.
The United States now urges travelers to reconsider trips to São Tomé and Príncipe, citing emerging political tensions and limited health care capacity on the islands.
At least 25 people are reported dead and dozens injured after a crowd surge at Haiti’s historic Citadelle Laferrière fortress, raising new alarms over event safety.
Geopolitical turmoil, fuel shocks and rerouted airspace are rapidly inflating the cost of Hajj and other pilgrimages, threatening plans for millions of travelers worldwide.
Cambodia is pushing for urgent border talks with Thailand as a fragile ceasefire, damaged heritage sites and disrupted cross‑border travel keep tensions uncomfortably high.
Italian Film Festival USA returns to Detroit in April 2026, bringing free screenings, contemporary Italian cinema, and a multi-venue program that highlights the city’s cultural momentum.
Flight disruptions across Asia have stranded hundreds of passengers, with dozens of cancellations and hundreds of delays snarling major hubs from Shanghai to Jakarta.
In April, Jackson, Wyoming shifts from ski hub to soulful spring sanctuary, offering wildlife viewing, scenic drives and low-key adventures before the summer rush.
Vietnam accelerates plans for a high-speed rail spine linking Hanoi with northern tourism hubs, promising faster access to Ha Long Bay, Sa Pa and beyond.
Sri Lanka prepares to expand its free visa regime to 40 countries as global tensions and air travel disruptions weigh on tourist arrivals and revenue.