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American tourists warned of arrest, jail time for taking photos, pocketing souvenirs in locale
The U.S. State Department has updated its travel advisory for Americans who may be headed on trips to Ethiopia. The advisory remained a "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" — warning of unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines and exit bans.Officials warned of restrictions for travelers when they enter and leave the country.AMERICANS WARNED OF POTENTIAL ATTACKS AT VACATION DESTINATION AS BORDER CROSSING EXIT FEE DOUBLESA 1,000 Ethiopian Birr, or about $7 for an entry fee, is required, with offici...
Gorgeously-remote Oregon beach is named America's best place for a digital detox
Gorgeously-remote Oregon beach is named America's best place for a digital detoxSign up for our US Editor's Picks newsletter to get all the biggest exclusive stories By ELIOT FORCE, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 15:35, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 15:37, 6 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Horrified tourists visiting Chicago confronted by nightmarish Mad Max scene unfolding outside window of their Hampton Inn hotel room
Horrified tourists visiting Chicago confronted by nightmarish Mad Max scene unfolding outside window of their Hampton Inn hotel roomBy LAUREN ACTON-TAYLOR, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 15:22, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 15:29, 6 April 2026 e-mail View comments
I left London after almost 10 years - here are 7 things I don't miss about the capital
I left London after almost 10 years - here are 7 things I don't miss about the capitalEllisha Clapham spent almost a decade living in London before moving back to Yorkshire to be closer to family - and she says the quality of life up North is far betterCommentsNewsAlice Sjoberg Social News Reporter14:55, 06 Apr 2026Updated 14:55, 06 Apr 2026View ImageThe former Londoner said she had no regrets about moving back up North (stock image)(Image: Grant Faint via Getty Images)While countless peopl...
World Cup 'beyond reach' of most families as England superfan pays £20k for trip
EXCLUSIVE: World Cup 'beyond reach' of most families as England superfan pays £20k for tripOwen Pickering says the tournament is now 'beyond the reach' of most families and the prices are 'unaffordable' for your average fan after he paid £20,000 to take his familyNewsJeremy Armstrong News Reporter14:15, 06 Apr 2026Updated 14:15, 06 Apr 2026World Cup 2026: England drawn in Group LAn England superfan who is forking out £20,000 to take his family to the World Cup says...
Saudis to travel visa-free to Russia from May 11
Dubai: A visa-free travel agreement between Russia and Saudi Arabia will come into effect on May 11, allowing citizens of both countries to enter without a visa, according to a statement issued by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.The agreement enables nationals of Russia and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to travel between the two countries without prior visas, marking a step towards strengthening bilateral ties and facilitating mobility.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gu...
Flying to Saudi Arabia? You can now book your flight and train together
Dubai: Saudi Arabia is moving towards a more integrated travel experience, with national carrier Saudia and Saudi Arabia Railways signing an agreement to combine air and rail ticketing systems.The deal, announced at the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2026 in Madinah, will allow travellers to issue boarding passes for both flights and trains in a single transaction—reducing time and simplifying journey planning.Under the agreement, passengers will be able to book and receive boarding passes for both se...
Aussie teenager embarks on Guinness world record solo flight - and the heartwarming reason behind her journey
READ MORE: Qantas flight makes dramatic mid-air U-turnBy ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA and FARID FARID FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 12:41, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 12:41, 6 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Arrested for vaping: Thailand holidaymakers face fines of £1,000 for using e-cigarettes in public
Arrested for vaping: Thailand holidaymakers face fines of £1,000 for using e-cigarettes in publicREAD MORE: The overlooked EU driving laws costing Brits up to £1,300 in fines every summerBy ALESIA FIDDLER - TRAVEL REPORTER Published: 11:02, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 11:33, 6 April 2026 e-mail 10 View comments
Abu Dhabi records 26.6m visitors in 2025 as hotel revenues hit Dh9.1b
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi welcomed 26.6 million visitors in 2025, with hotel revenues rising to Dh9.1 billion, according to the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi.The figures, released as part of the emirate’s 2025 performance review, show a 19.5 per cent year-on-year increase in hotel revenues, alongside growth across cultural, leisure and business events.Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary, DCT Abu Dhabi, said, "Landmark attractions and the continued expansion of Saadiyat Cultural...
Iran war: UAE readies fresh tourism support package, minister says
Dubai: Support for the UAE’s tourism sector is being stepped up, with authorities preparing a fresh package aimed at easing pressure on an industry facing disruption from regional tensions.Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.“We are supporting the tourism sector, we are speaking to them daily. We do have a package that will come up very soon that will really address the tourism issues and the challenges that they are facing,” said Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of...
Roxanne First's insider guide to Cape Town
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'Positives' for tourism despite Iran war uncertainty
'Positives' for tourism despite Iran war uncertaintyJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBBCMarcus Calvani said that the war had resulted in a mixed picture for Jersey's tourism sectorA "good start to the year" has been put at risk by "price increases and a massive amount of uncertainty" since the outbreak of the Iran war, Jersey tourism bosses have said.Cost-of-living pressures have resulted from disruptions to shipments of oil and gas through the critic...
American woman missing after husband reports she fell overboard during Bahamas trip
U.S. newsAmerican woman missing after husband reports she fell overboard during Bahamas tripThe Royal Bahamas Police Force said the husband reported his wife was swept away by a current during a planned voyage to Elbow Cay.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00An aerial view of Hope Town, Great Abaco Island, The Bahamas in 2022.Getty Images ShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 5, 2026, 10:03 PM EDTBy Dennis RomeroAn American woman was swept out to sea after she fell overboard during an...
‘Dubai is open’: Tourism chief details flights, attractions and visitor safety
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.]Dubai continues to welcome visitors from around the world, with key experiences, hotels, and attractions operating across the city despite the evolving regional situation, the city’s tourism chief has said.In an interview with Khaleej Times, Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, said public services remain functional and much of the city’s to...
The UK's hidden 'tropical paradise' beach that hardly ever gets too crowded
The UK’s hidden ‘tropical paradise’ beach that hardly ever gets too crowdedREAD MORE: Inside the 'Tasmania of the British Isles' with untouched beaches, quiet glens, and exceptional wildlifeBy JOWENA RILEY, TRAVEL WRITER Published: 02:11, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 02:16, 6 April 2026 e-mail 24 shares
South Korea eases Chinese travel visas but Southeast Asia rivals, Iran war cloud outlook
Repeat short-haul visits by Chinese travellers to South Korea are expected to rise after Seoul eased multiple-entry visa rules, but analysts say the immediate impact may be limited because of growing competition from Southeast Asia and higher airfares linked to the US-Israeli war in Iran. The South Korean embassy in Beijing announced that Chinese nationals who had previously visited South Korea would now be eligible for a five-year multiple-entry visa. Those holding residency status in 14 major....
Qantas flight makes dramatic mid-air U-turn as passenger reveals what happened onboard
Qantas flight makes dramatic mid-air U-turn as passenger reveals what happened onboardREAD MORE: Qantas passenger's stomach-turning flight sparks outrage By DAILY MAIL Published: 23:56, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 23:58, 5 April 2026 e-mail View comments
5 dangerous cruise ports that travelers should research before booking excursions
Cruising to tropical destinations may sound carefree and a bucket-list best, but some of the most popular ports come with safety concerns travelers should not ignore, industry experts say.Passengers need to understand local risks before leaving the ship, especially in destinations with higher crime rates or active government warnings, experts say.A recent podcast, "The Travel Scouts," highlighted a number of cruise ports that have elevated safety concerns, based on crime data and international t...
A filthy holiday let on Booking.com ruined our Mother's Day weekend away - and they refused to refund us
A filthy holiday let on Booking.com ruined our Mother's Day weekend away - and they refused to refund usAre YOU out of pocket after a Booking.com stay? Email alesia.fiddler@dailymail.co.uk READ MORE: UK holidaymakers had £11 million stolen last year through travel scams - here's how to avoid it happening to youBy ALESIA FIDDLER - TRAVEL REPORTER Published: 16:29, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 16:45, 5 April 2026 e-mail 86 View comments