Mauritius Tops Africa’s Happiness Rankings with Natural Appeal

Mauritius has once again been named the happiest country in Africa, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report, ranking 78th globally with a score of 5.832. This achievement highlights the island nation’s continued success in combining economic resilience, political stability, and natural

UK Raises Electronic Travel Authorization Fee to £16

The UK government has confirmed that the cost of the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will increase from £10 to £16, effective April 9, 2025. The 60% fee hike is part of broader efforts to reduce the immigration system’s reliance on taxpayer funding

Frontier Airlines Launches ‘Friends Fly Free’ Promotion

Frontier Airlines is offering travelers a chance to save big this spring with the return of its popular ‘Friends Fly Free’ promotion. Available exclusively to members of the airline’s Discount Den program, the deal allows travelers to bring a companion along on

Nauru Offers Citizenship for Investment to Fund Climate Adaptation

The Pacific island nation of Nauru has launched a new citizenship-by-investment program aimed at generating critical funds for climate resilience. Under the Nauru Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program, foreign nationals can obtain Nauruan citizenship in exchange for a minimum investment of

Asia’s Travel Surge Fuels Global Tourism Growth

The global tourism industry is witnessing steady recovery, with the Asia-Pacific region leading the resurgence. According to the Skift Travel Health Index for January 2025, global travel performance has risen by 2% compared to the previous year, with Asia-Pacific showing the strongest

India to Develop Tourist Destinations with $474 Million Investment

India is making a significant push to boost its tourism sector with a $474 million (INR 41 billion) investment aimed at developing 116 new tourist destinations. This initiative, undertaken in collaboration with state governments, is designed to enhance the country’s appeal to

Virgin Atlantic and Joby Aviation to Introduce Electric Air Taxis

Virgin Atlantic is teaming up with Joby Aviation to launch electric air taxis in the UK, marking a major step toward sustainable urban mobility. This partnership aims to offer fast, zero-emission flights connecting major airports to city centers, drastically cutting travel times

Global Aircraft Shortage to Persist for Years, Says Air India CEO

The aviation industry is bracing for a prolonged aircraft shortage, with Air India CEO Campbell Wilson warning that supply chain disruptions will continue for at least four more years. Delays in aircraft production from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus are slowing

Virgin Atlantic and Joby Aviation to Launch Electric Air Taxis

Virgin Atlantic is joining forces with Joby Aviation to introduce electric air taxis in the UK, aiming to revolutionize urban travel with zero-emission flights. This partnership will enable fast, sustainable transport between major airports and city centers, significantly reducing travel time compared

Spirit Airlines Charts a New Course After Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines has officially emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, unveiling a strategic shift aimed at strengthening its financial position and rebranding its image in the competitive airline industry. The budget carrier, known for its ultra-low-cost model, has announced plans to introduce premium

1 23 24 25 26 27 33