Pope Leo XIV is set to revive a long-standing tradition by spending his summer retreat at Castel Gandolfo, the historic papal residence nestled in the Alban Hills south of Rome. From July 6 to 20, he will take residence in the serene
Americans are gearing up for the busiest Fourth of July holiday on record, with more than 72 million people expected to travel during the extended holiday period from June 28 to July 6. The surge is largely due to the holiday falling
Japan’s booming tourism sector is facing an unexpected challenge – not from natural disasters, but from a viral manga prediction. A comic titled The Future I Saw, originally published in 1999 and re-released in 2021, has triggered widespread fear after it appeared
Aer Lingus passengers are facing significant travel disruptions as French air traffic controllers stage a strike from July 3 to July 4, 2025. The industrial action is already impacting flights to and from France, particularly routes to Paris and Nice. The disruption
Greenland, long known more for its strategic geopolitical importance than its travel appeal, is now actively inviting the world to visit. Following years of being in the headlines – most notably after former U.S. President Donald Trump’s remark about purchasing the island
Cannes, the glamorous jewel of the French Riviera, is charting a new course for tourism by placing strict limits on large cruise ships. In a decisive move to protect its coastal beauty and cultural appeal, the city will ban vessels carrying over
Visakhapatnam is stepping into the spotlight of India’s maritime tourism revival as Cordelia Cruises officially launches operations from the city’s International Cruise Terminal (VICT) on July 2, 2025. The move marks a pivotal moment for the east coast, positioning Visakhapatnam as a
Malaysia is exploring the possibility of granting visa-free entry to Sri Lankan travelers, signaling a strategic move to strengthen tourism ties and increase visitor numbers from South Asia. Backed by Tourism Malaysia and the Malaysian High Commission in Colombo, the proposal reflects
Chicago is stepping confidently into the spotlight this summer, unveiling a wide-ranging series of cultural, architectural, and travel infrastructure updates that position the city as a rising priority for both global tourism professionals and savvy explorers. With major enhancements across its museums,
As Europe braces for another intense summer heatwave, American travelers are beginning to rethink their overseas vacations. Concerns over extreme temperatures, wildfires, and strained infrastructure are reshaping travel behavior, pushing many U.S. tourists to seek cooler, more stable destinations or shift their
