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Qatar Airways will restore nonstop flights from Doha to Qassim, Taif, Yanbu and Tabuk through a phased winter programme beginning October 25, 2026. Each destination will receive two weekly return services, adding eight weekly departures from Doha and eight corresponding flights from Saudi Arabia when the complete schedule becomes operational. Qassim will return first on
Saudia is preparing to launch three weekly nonstop flights between Muscat and Riyadh from October 27, 2026, strengthening tourism, business and family connections between Oman and Saudi Arabia. The planned route will connect Muscat International Airport with King Khalid International Airport in the Saudi capital. Operations remain subject to approval from Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority.
Flair Airlines is reshaping Canada’s winter travel network with a new nonstop route from Montréal to Punta Cana and the return of Cancun services from Montréal, Calgary and Edmonton. The ultra-low-cost carrier will launch three weekly flights between Montréal-Trudeau International Airport and Punta Cana International Airport on December 17, 2026. The addition gives Québec travellers
America’s deadliest flash floods have repeatedly transformed scenic destinations, highways and recreational corridors into disaster zones, leaving a century-long warning for travellers. The danger has returned to national attention following significant flooding in Grand Canyon National Park on August 29, 2026. The disaster struck Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area, destroying footbridges, damaging
Canada has extended its temporary Ebola-related border and immigration measures for travellers connected to Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan until September 28, 2026. The measures were extended for another 30 days as international health authorities continue responding to an Ebola disease outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. The outbreak began
The United States has updated its travel advisory for Nepal as severe flooding, landslides and continued monsoon rainfall threaten communities, highways and tourism routes. Nepal remains under an overall Level 2 advisory, which asks travellers to exercise increased caution. However, the United States now advises against all travel to the Rasuwagadhi–Timure–Syafrubesi area of Rasuwa District.
American Airlines will launch new nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Porto, Vienna and Reykjavik for summer 2027, expanding its European network.
Germany has updated its U.S. travel advisory, urging citizens to exercise increased caution over political violence, immigration enforcement and visa compliance.
Thailand will reduce its visa-free stay from 60 to 30 days for citizens of 60 countries, including India, from September 15, 2026.
Travellers flying with Volotea from France face possible disruption after pilot unions called a three-day strike from September 4 through September 6, 2026. The National Union of Airline Pilots, known as SNPL, announced the industrial action alongside UNAC and SPL. The call applies to Volotea pilots based in France. The unions are seeking improved salaries
Nadi International Airport is moving towards more stable operations after additional jet fuel arrived in Fiji, easing concerns about flight disruption at the country’s primary international gateway. The new stock is expected to reduce restrictions introduced to conserve supplies following a temporary Jet A-1 shortage. Fuel must complete the required testing and approval processes before
Airfares from India to the United Arab Emirates are expected to decline sharply in mid-September, offering relief to expatriate families following the expensive summer return period. Indicative fare comparisons suggest reductions of up to 64 per cent on selected routes by September 13. The largest projected decline applies to Bengaluru, rather than every India–UAE service.
