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‘Athens cannot operate as a giant hotel’: mayor vows to rescue capital from overtourism

Haris Doukas warns that with 700,000 residents and 8 million tourists, people are being pushed out of their neighbourhoodsIn the heart of ancient Athens, on narrow streets and around archaeological sites, visitor groups appear to be everywhere, snaking their way behind tour guides.Previously, officials would have welcomed such scenes. But for Haris Doukas, the socialist mayor who is determined to reclaim the capital’s congested city centre for its citizens, the start of tourist season leaves the...

No transit visa needed for Indian nationals with layover in France

The Embassy of France in India issued a press release informing Indian nationals with an ordinary passport no longer require a transit visa if en route to a third country through France. The release said that this comes after French President Emmanuel Macron had announced that measures would be taken to ease Indian nationals' travel via France in February this year. It added that with effect from April 10, "Indian nationals possessing an ordinary passport are no longer required to hold an airpor...

Hikers climbing 'death trail' run down side of volcano as thick ash and rock erupts

Footage shows a group of hikers running down the side of a volcano in Santiaguito, Guatemala as it erupts - the ascent of the volcano is prohibited by authorities

Brit tourist Gerald Crawford drowns on Thailand beach after ignoring 'stay away' warning

Gerald Horace Crawford, of Chichester, West Sussex, could not be saved after wading into the water in Pattaya on Thailand’s eastern Gulf coast

Why Laura Brown still harbours a love of Sydney

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Major airline CEO warns of more flight cancellations as Gatwick journeys axed

Norse Atlantic Airways CEO Eivind Roald has cancelled some flights from London Gatwick Airport, and says more airlines are likely to axe journeys in the coming weeks

10 best free things to do in Dubai this weekend: Art, wellness, markets and more

Dubai: If you thought the UAE was all about luxury price tags, think again. This April, the "free-to-do" scene is hitting an all-time high with everything from rooftop yoga to high-end lifestyle takeovers. Here are the best ways to spend your weekend without spending anything.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Art & Culture: Gallery Hops and Creative NightsFor the art lovers and the "aesthetic" seekers, Downtown, Alserkal Avenue and DIFC are...

Kuwait Airways resumes flights to 17 destinations as airspace reopens

Kuwait Airways will resum operations from Terminal 4 at Kuwait International Airport, restoring flights to 17 destinations from Sunday, 26 April, following the reopening of the country’s airspace after a temporary suspension.The move comes after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation lifted restrictions that had been in place since late February, when flights were halted as a precaution amid regional tensions, Al Seyassah newspaper reported. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the ...

From Jebel Jais to Hatta: Best outdoor adventures in the UAE

Dubai: The UAE is often associated with luxury cities, but beyond the skyline lies a surprisingly diverse adventure landscape, rugged mountains, seasonal wadis, vast deserts, and mountain dams.What makes it different is how within a two-hour drive, the environment can move from sea level humidity to cool mountain air, or from urban city vibes to complete desert silence.Here are a selection of some of the UAE’s most exciting adventure tourism spots, ranging from mountain trails and desert dunes t...

Why Turkey is back on the calendar from 2027

The Turkish Grand Prix is making a comeback to the F1 calendar, in a new five-year deal starting from 2027.

How six cruise ships made daring escape through Strait of Hormuz by hugging Oman coastline under US Navy cover hours before Iran slammed waterway shut again

How six cruise ships made daring escape through Strait of Hormuz by hugging Oman coastline under US Navy cover hours before Iran slammed waterway shut againBy SABRINA PENTY, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 13:08, 24 April 2026 | Updated: 13:15, 24 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Lufthansa’s 20,000 Flight Cuts Expose Aviation’s Unsolved Climate Problem

As airlines trim schedules and raise baggage fees, one question is harder to avoid: how much unnecessary flying was built into the system in the first place? And amid rising costs, who thinks of sustainability?

Tokyo workers asked to swap suits for shorts to combat energy costs and heat

Officials hope more casual attire for public servants will save electricity during Iran war as summer approachesPublic servants working for the Tokyo metropolitan government are being encouraged to swap their suits for shorts this summer to combat sweltering heat and rising energy costs caused by the US-Israel war on Iran.Inspired by the country’s Cool Biz energy-saving initiative, Tokyo officials hope the measure will cut dependence on air conditioning. Continue reading...

Inland water tourism to contribute to development of Russian coastal regions, expert says

In the book "Marine Heritage in the Socio-Cultural and Political Space of Russia," Sergey Zvyagin analyzes coastal regions, making proposals for development of water tourism

Addicted to scrolling? It is quietly making your brain lose focus, self-control

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Ice block stalls hundreds of Everest climbers at base camp

Officials assessing route after serac between base camp and camp one deemed unstable and too risky for climbers A large ice block on the route just above the Mount Everest base camp has forced hundreds of climbers and local guides to delay their attempt to scale the world’s highest peak.The serac between base camp and camp one is unstable and is risky for climbers, said Himal Gautam of Nepal’s department of mountaineering on Friday. Continue reading...

Fresh ways to explore London this summer

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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches direct flights to Amman Civil Airport

Abu Dhabi: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of direct flights to Amman Civil Airport (ADJ) in Jordan, with the new service set to begin on May 1, 2026. The route will operate three times a week between Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Amman Civil Airport, offering passengers a more convenient and seamless travel option between the two cities.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The move expands the airline’s n...

A place in the sun: London's finest al fresco spots

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