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Finland blazes a trail with the world’s first digital passport system
As digital transformation sweeps across various sectors, the travel industry is not far behind. The latest innovation? Digital passports, with Finland leading the charge. Departing Finnish travelers flying from Helsinki to the UK can now…
World Tourism Day 2023 calls for sustainable growth in tourism
The anticipation for World Tourism Day 2023 is palpable, with this year's theme shining a spotlight on "Tourism and Green Investments." Riyadh, the bustling capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is poised to host the grandest celebration…
2023 marks impressive recovery in global travel, reports UNWTO
The UNWTO's most recent data suggests the global travel industry is swiftly nearing its pre-pandemic highs. Despite the omnipresent economic and geopolitical challenges, international tourism demonstrates unmatched resilience. The World…
Air Canada faces backlash as passengers evicted for refusing vomit-soaked seating
In a disturbing incident on an Air Canada flight, two female passengers were asked to disembark after refusing to occupy seats stained with vomit residue, narrates a fellow traveler. Traveling between Seattle and Montreal, the incident came…
Venice to charge day visitors €5 starting next year
The city of Venice is taking a novel approach to managing its booming tourism sector, announcing a pilot program that will introduce a €5 ($5.35) entry fee for day visitors next year. The city council confirmed the move on Tuesday, aimed at…
Mombasa becomes flydubai’s newest destination in African expansion
Dubai-based airline flydubai is set to make history with the inauguration of direct flights to Mombasa, Kenya, starting January 17, 2024. The carrier is the first from the United Arab Emirates to offer a direct air connection to this key…
India tourism beckons global couples to its wedding wonderland
As part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's transformative vision for "Developing Tourism in Mission Mode," the Ministry of Tourism launched a pioneering campaign to establish India as the ultimate global wedding destination. With a focus on…
China hotel’s one-shower rule sparks intense debate
A swanky hotel in China is making waves, not for its luxury suites or gourmet cuisine, but for its “one shower per stay” policy. Guests checking into this upscale establishment in Yunnan province were left scratching their heads when they…
Bomb threats and violent protests shake France tourism’s foundations
In the wake of two significant events, Paris finds itself grappling with security and image concerns, affecting its position as a sought-after tourist destination. While the Eiffel Tower faced a temporary closure following a bomb threat,…
Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways expands horizons with new flight network
Etihad Airways is taking a bold step towards enhancing global connectivity from its home base in Abu Dhabi. Revealing a strategic overhaul of its flight network, the airline is focusing on sustainable growth while reinforcing Abu Dhabi as a…