Travel Alerts tracks major travel shifts across the world. Whether it is flight disruption, new entry systems, emerging safety concerns or fast-rising destination trends, this category explains what is happening and why it matters for your next trip.
Ukraine’s airspace remains closed due to war. Learn what needs to happen for Kyiv flights to resume and how Wizz Air and Ryanair plan to return once it’s safe.
Learn how to see if your flight path crosses conflict zones and what to do if airspace suddenly closes. A calm guide to route safety checks, current risk areas, NOTAMs, and traveler tips.
Asian night trains are making a comeback. Discover why sleeper trains in Japan, Vietnam, and India are becoming trip highlights, and learn how to book and ride them comfortably and safely.
Europe’s night trains are back on track. Discover new 2024–2026 sleeper routes (Paris–Berlin, Vienna to Italy, Brussels–Berlin), plans for a 100-city network by 2035, plus booking tips and onboard advice for overnight rail travel.
Venice’s new day-tripper entry fee explained: why it began, what 2025’s trial achieved (€5.4M raised, only modest crowd changes), and how to plan a smart visit in 2026 under the updated rules.
The EU has updated its visa-waiver suspension mechanism. Learn how the EU could suspend visa-free travel for a country, what triggers it, and what it means for travelers (as of December 2025).
A major Transcanyon waterline break at Grand Canyon’s South Rim has shut all in-park lodges and campgrounds. Find out which services are closed, what remains open for day visitors, guidance for travelers with reservations, and how officials are fixing the aging water system.
Tourist taxes are rising in 2026 as popular destinations like Kyoto and London introduce new fees. Learn which cities are adding levies, why overtourism is driving these taxes, and how they’ll impact your travel budget in 2026.
ETIAS is Europe’s upcoming travel authorisation for visa-free visitors. Learn who will need ETIAS, how it works, what it costs, and how it differs from a visa.
Europe is rolling out its new Entry/Exit System (EES) by 2026. Learn how the EU’s biometric border checks.
U.S. lawmakers have proposed cash compensation for airline-caused flight delays. Learn what this could mean, current U.S. passenger rights, and how it compares to EU261.
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