On October 12, 2025, the EU officially launched its Entry/Exit System (EES)—a digital overhaul of border processing for non-EU visitors. As airports like Düsseldorf kick things off, travelers can expect the move to affect both security and the airport experience. Here’s what to expect, what to prepare for, and how your next Europe trip might feel a little different.
October 16, 2025With record-breaking airline traffic sweeping the globe in August 2025, travelers, businesses, and the travel industry itself are feeling the impact—both good and not-so-good. Here’s a traveler-friendly look at how this surge affects your trips, airports, and even your hotel bookings.
October 6, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. will end its popular ‘drop-box’ visa renewal option for travelers from 57 countries. This move, which requires everyone to attend an in-person interview at a consulate, has sparked buzz and debate among frequent flyers and industry insiders alike. Here’s how this policy change could affect your future visits stateside—and what it might mean for tourism and hospitality.
October 1, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, travelers from 57 countries will no longer be able to renew their U.S. visas via the 'drop-box' interview waiver. Here’s how this upcoming change could alter your travel plans and shake up the tourism industry.
September 30, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, travelers from 57 countries will no longer be able to renew or get U.S. visas without an in-person interview, affecting vacationers, students, and business travelers. This policy change could mean longer waits, more expenses, and fewer spontaneous trips—but with a promise of stronger security and possibly better approval chances for some applicants.
September 26, 2025Planning a U.S. trip in late 2025? Big changes are coming for non-immigrant visa applicants from 57 countries. The “drop-box” or Interview Waiver Program is ending, meaning nearly everyone—including kids—will now need to attend in-person interviews. This news could lead to longer waits, higher costs, and trickier travel planning. But it may also improve security and make visa processes more consistent. Here’s what you should know before booking those stateside flights or hotels.
September 16, 2025A 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, 2025Starting August 28, 2025, Amtrak’s newest high-speed trains, the NextGen Acela, promise a travel experience upgrade along the bustling Northeast Corridor. With modern perks and faster travel, big changes are coming for travelers zipping between Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C.—but not all challenges are left behind.
August 28, 2025In August 2025, Hurricane Erin, a category 5 beast, hit the Atlantic region hard—impacting travelers, cruise lovers, and beachgoers from the Caribbean to Canada. Here’s a quick look at what unfolded, how the industry responded, and what future travelers should keep in mind during hurricane season.
August 27, 2025With Expedia forecasting a surge in travel bookings and U.S. travel bouncing back, the coming months could mean more options, better deals, and enhanced experiences for travelers—but also busier destinations and possible price hikes. Here’s what you might expect if these industry predictions pan out.
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