A viral manga prediction about a disaster in Japan on July 5, 2025, set off a wave of anxiety among travelers—especially in Hong Kong—leading to canceled flights and slumping bookings. Now that doomsday has come and gone uneventfully, we look at the surprising ways one comic strip shook up travel plans and what it means for would-be visitors eyeing Japan’s return to normal.
July 5, 2025Starting July 2025, Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport opens up a world of new possibilities with expanded international direct flights. While this is great news for travelers looking for more connections, some caution about added crowds and environmental impact. Here’s what you need to know.
July 2, 2025Thailand is about to make a major change to its cannabis policy, reinstating the requirement for a medical prescription to buy cannabis. Travelers hoping for easy access will soon face new hoops, while the local cannabis scene scrambles to adapt.
June 26, 2025Barcelona is shaking up its future stays! By 2028, the city plans to ban all short-term tourist rentals in an effort to tackle housing issues. What could this mean for travelers? Dive into both the perks and challenges, and see how it might affect your next Barcelona adventure.
June 24, 2025Starting June 2025, France will require all travelers to use a mandatory online appointment system for visa applications. This digital move aims to simplify the process, boost transparency, and cut down on fraud—but it also introduces new challenges for some travelers. Here’s what you should expect and how it could shape your journey to France and beyond.
June 20, 2025Big changes are coming to the Victoria Garden Hotel in Paddington, London, as Singapore’s Prima Asset Management plans a major revamp. Here’s what travelers can expect from this blend of classic charm and 21st-century comforts—plus a heads-up about temporary closures along the way.
June 17, 2025As conflict escalates between Israel and Iran, El Al Airlines has suspended flights to several major cities until June 23, 2025, leaving thousands of travelers in limbo and upending the region’s tourism industry. Here’s how this developing situation may affect your travel plans and what the road ahead could look like.
June 15, 2025The recent crash of Air India Flight 171 sent shockwaves through the travel community, raising safety concerns, causing disruptions, and sparking changes that could shape the future of flying and tourism. Here’s what travelers like you need to know about the incident’s wide-ranging impacts—and why there might be hope for a safer, stronger future.
June 12, 2025Accor and LVMH are teaming up to reimagine the historic Orient Express brand, expanding from legendary train journeys into sumptuous hotels and even grand sailing ships. Find out what this could mean for the future of luxury travel, from exclusive experiences to a new focus on sustainability.
June 10, 2025Alaska Airlines is taking a big leap across the pond with its first-ever nonstop flight from Seattle to Rome, scheduled to begin in May 2026. Get a sneak peek at what this means for Pacific Northwest travelers, jet setters, and the tourism industry on both sides of the Atlantic.
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