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Iceland and Latvia are celebrating a major aviation milestone as airBaltic marks 10 years of direct Riga–Reykjavík flights, reinforcing an important tourism corridor between the Baltic region and the North Atlantic. Since launching the route in May 2016, the Latvian airline has carried more than 200,000 passengers and operated around 2,000 flights between Riga and
Potential takeover interest in easyJet has placed one of the United Kingdom’s most important low-cost airlines under fresh scrutiny, creating questions for travellers, hotels, regional airports and tourism businesses ahead of the peak summer season. US investment firm Castlelake has confirmed that it is in the early stages of considering a possible offer for easyJet.
Ghana has launched a national electronic visa portal and removed visa fees for holders of African passports, introducing a major travel reform designed to support tourism, business mobility and stronger connections across the continent. President John Dramani Mahama officially launched the Ghana e-visa portal on 25 May 2026 during celebrations marking the 63rd African Union
Ethiopia and Israel are expanding cooperation across tourism, technology, agriculture and infrastructure as both countries explore new opportunities for investment, visitor growth and stronger people-to-people connections. The relationship is rooted in longstanding historical and cultural ties, but its latest phase is increasingly focused on the future. Ethiopia is seeking to strengthen its emerging technology ecosystem,
Southeast Asia’s tourism recovery faces a fresh test as the conflict involving Iran disrupts Middle East air corridors, raises aviation costs and reshapes long-haul connectivity into Asia. Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and other regional destinations remain open to visitors, but airlines, hotels and tourism businesses are entering the summer season with a more uncertain operating environment.
India is emerging as a key growth market for Vietnam’s tourism and aviation sector, driven by expanded VietJet Airways connectivity and rising demand for destinations like Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc. Affordable travel options, improved flight networks, and growing interest in experiential tourism are fueling record Indian arrivals to Vietnam.
Mexico strengthened its position as a leading global tourism destination in 2025, recording strong growth in international arrivals, visitor spending, and travel demand. Driven by luxury tourism, expanded air connectivity, and diverse travel experiences, the country continues to attract millions of visitors while reinforcing its role as a key tourism powerhouse in North America.
As preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the United States, Canada, and Mexico have introduced enhanced Ebola-related travel measures following the WHO’s declaration of the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
A new artificial intelligence-based heatwave forecasting model developed for the United Arab Emirates has achieved 96 per cent accuracy during testing, highlighting the growing potential of technology to strengthen extreme-weather preparedness across one of the world’s leading tourism and aviation hubs. The research model is designed to predict short-term heatwave risks in an arid climate
Odisha has launched the Go Adventure portal, a dedicated digital platform designed to strengthen adventure tourism and connect travellers with the eastern Indian state’s growing range of outdoor experiences. The initiative creates a central online destination for visitors exploring nature-based activities while supporting a wider push to develop safe, structured and sustainable tourism across Odisha.
Sri Lanka free ETA access has officially begun for nationals of 40 countries, giving eligible tourists a fee-free 30-day Electronic Travel Authorization and positioning the island as a more affordable and competitive destination in South Asia. The new policy took effect on 25 May 2026 and removes the standard ETA processing fee for selected countries
Canada wildfire warning 2026 is drawing national attention as federal officials forecast rising wildfire danger through the summer, with British Columbia expected to face the most sustained elevated risk and several other regions also being monitored for changing fire conditions. The latest federal update reported 65 active wildfires across Canada, including six classified as out
