News tagged international travel

Say Goodbye to Easy U.S. Visa Renewals: In-Person Interviews Return in 2025

Starting September 2, 2025, travelers from 57 countries will have to attend in-person interviews for U.S. visa renewals, ending the convenient 'drop-box' system. Here's how this shift might affect your future travel plans, from longer waits to tighter security.

September 12, 2025

Big Change Ahead: U.S. Ditches ‘Drop-Box’ Visa Renewals—Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. is ending its convenient 'drop-box' interview waiver for travelers from 57 countries. Here’s what this means if you’re planning a U.S. trip, from longer waits and higher costs to why the rule is changing and what it could mean for your travel plans.

September 9, 2025

Tougher Road Ahead for U.S. Visa Renewals: What Travelers Need to Know About the End of the Dropbox System

Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. government will end its popular 'drop-box' visa renewal option for travelers from 57 countries. Everyone now needs an in-person interview, leading to longer waits and higher costs. Here’s what this could mean for travelers, hotel bookings, and the broader tourism scene.

September 8, 2025

Sticker Shock? The Big Visa Fee Hike That Could Change Your Next U.S. Trip

A major new U.S. visa fee arrives in 2025, sparking worries about fewer international travelers, economic losses, and changing travel habits. Wondering if the changes will affect your plans? Here's what experts are saying and what travelers need to know.

August 30, 2025

Sticker Shock on the Horizon: How America’s New $250 Visa Fee Could Change Your Travel Plans

Planning a trip to the United States in 2025 or later? A brand new $250 visa fee is coming—and it’s already sparking big conversations in travel circles. Will it change where you jet off next, or dampen the festivities around the World Cup and Olympics? Here’s what travelers need to know.

August 11, 2025

Marriott Reveals Mixed News: Strong Abroad, Some Stumbles at Home

Marriott just shared its outlook for 2025, and while it's great news for global travelers with strong hotel growth overseas, those planning U.S. getaways might see fewer deals and some changes in service. Here’s what it could mean for your next booking.

August 5, 2025

“G’day, World!”: Australia’s Big Tourism Push Hopes to Welcome You Back Down Under

Australia is rolling out the welcome mat in 2025 with “Come and Say G’day”—a new $130 million tourism campaign. Packed with familiar faces and iconic wildlife, it aims to charm nearly 12 million global visitors by 2029. While travelers can expect exciting ads and destination stories, the move comes with both opportunities and challenges for tourists and the Aussie travel scene alike.

August 4, 2025

Should You Rethink Your Summer Trip? How the 2025 Measles Outbreak Is Shaking Up Global Travel

If you're planning to jet off this summer or fall, you'll want to read this: a sharp rise in measles cases is causing concerns, new rules, and unexpected costs for travelers and the travel industry alike. Here’s what you should know before making your next booking.

July 18, 2025

Could Your Next U.S. Trip Be at Risk? What Travelers Need to Know About the Proposed Expansion of the U.S. Travel Ban

The Trump administration is reportedly weighing a significant expansion of its travel ban, potentially affecting travelers from 36 additional countries. If implemented, these changes could reshape travel plans, impact the tourism industry, and create plenty of questions for globetrotters and travel-dependent businesses. Here’s what travelers might need to watch for if the proposed policy takes effect.

June 16, 2025

Colorado Springs Preps for Takeoff: Nonstop Flights to Cancun Land This Summer

Big news is on the horizon for Southern Colorado travelers! Starting June 7, 2025, Colorado Springs Airport (COS) will launch its very first direct international service, whisking passengers away to Cancun every Saturday with Southwest Airlines. This seasonal route offers a hassle-free way to reach Mexico’s sunny beaches—and a new chapter for COS.

June 7, 2025