Not even the gloomy travel advisories issued by the United States authorities have been able to slow down what’s been an incredible recovery journey for Mexico’s tourism sector. In spite of reports of violence and gang activity across major tourist destinations like Cancun, Americans keep flocking into the country in record numbers. And it’s time…
Kenya Airways faces revenue squeeze on Amsterdam passenger caps
Kenya Airways (KQ) faces continued revenue shortfalls on its European route after the Netherlands extended Amsterdam’s Schiphol International Airport’s passenger caps into next year. The airport has extended the limits to March next year, coming as a blow to the national carrier ahead of the December peak passenger season. The Schiphol Airport—one of the busiest…
Qatar Airways to hire 10,000 employees for World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways is looking to hire at least 10,000 staff as part of World Cup 2022 preparations. The hiring is to ensure Qatar Airways is prepared to handle the inflow of passengers for the football tournament and to accommodate the post-pandemic expansion. The airline is looking to take its workforce to more than 55,000 from…
Statue of Liberty Crown Officially Reopens After Two-Year Closure
The National Park Service officially reopened the crown atop New York City’s Statue of Liberty on Tuesday after a two-year pandemic-induced closure. The crown is the highest viewpoint open to tourists on the statue and has been closed since March 16, 2020, when the National Parks Service closed the entirety of the site to tourists in an…
Most U.S. Parks No Longer Need Reservations to Visit
National parks across the U.S. have dropped most of their reservation requirements that were pilot programs to help control crowds and protect natural resources during peak periods. The removal of reservations coincides with the fall season, which is considered one of the best times to visit since it attracts fewer people, and you can observe…
EaseMyTrip launches ‘Save Now Buy Later’
EaseMyTrip.com launches “Save Now Buy Later (SNBL)” as an investment scheme for its customers to help them manage their finances better while they travel. The industry’s first Save Now Buy Later (SNBL) will benefit the customer in planning their holiday and hotel stay well in advance by starting with a Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) and…
Portugal’s New Digital Nomad Visa Will Struggle to Attract Remote Workers
In a much-anticipated announcement, Portugal has released the details for a new visa targeted at digital nomads. The aim of this program is to attract remote workers and entrepreneurs to Portugal. The new visa program begins October 30, 2022, and will allow digital nomads to spend up to one year in the country. After one…
Top 7 Reasons To Visit Lisbon, Portugal
Portugal’s historic capital city enjoys a wonderfully scenic location on the banks of the vast River Tagus. With a balmy climate, fabulous food and stunning architecture, it’s time you paid a visit. Wander the ancient streets of Alfama Put on comfy shoes and wander Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhood. This maze of narrow, steep alleyways and squares…
6 Reasons To Make Montreal Your Canadian Vacation Destination
With Canada soon reopening for American tourists, it’s time to consider where you want to go when the borders open up. If you’re looking for a city with culture, cuisine, and creativity, Montreal might just be the right place for you. This beautiful island city located on the St. Lawrence River is just North of the…
Ryanair CEO foresees higher fares
Ryanair’s bookings for the autumn mid-term and Christmas holidays are ahead of pre-COVID levels and it sees average fares rising by more than expected for the financial year to end-March, chief executive Michael O’Leary stated recently. O’Leary told Reuters that as long as there was no adverse news flow on COVID or Ukraine, underlying air…