Travel Warning

Passport Group concludes a landmark year, marking 30 years of innovation, influence and industry leadership, while unveiling a forward-looking strategic vision to continue shaping the future of tourism and aviation with a strong focus on digital transformation, content-driven travel, and the clear sense that the first three decades were only the beginning. The year-end celebration brought together key leaders and senior executives from the tourism industry, in partnership with Hilton worldwide

OAG data shows routes in Asia overwhelmingly led global air traffic in 2025, while international rankings were also dominated by short-haul Asian flights. The Jeju–Seoul Gimpo route topped OAG’s 2025 list with 14.4 million seats

Norwegian Cruise Line has rolled out more than 370 sailings worldwide for winter 2027, bringing back Free at Sea Plus, offering longer port stays and more onboard perks, including premium drinks, Starbucks beverages, and streaming WiFi

The train line connecting central Berlin and the airport will switch to a new route, offering significantly shortened travel times. Passengers from other cities will also benefit from improved service

A new global model invites cities to reward visitors for small acts that help local communities, inspired by Copenhagen’s successful CopenPay program. "Tourists don’t just want to see a city anymore, they want to be part of it."

A travel industry executive with more than 30 years of experience, former CEO of Avoya Travel and President of FROSCH, joins NCL in the midst of a business boom; Marc Kazlauskas will oversee high demand, new ships, and significant investments in guest experience and upgrades to the private island of Great Stirrup Cay

The global winners of the World Travel Awards for 2025 were announced in Bahrain. Learn which are the best global destinations, airlines, hotels, resorts, and new entrants in the industry

Aviation giant Emirates has introduced the new Asia Pass card, which will allow you to plan and combine flights between popular destinations in East Asia on one ticket; passengers can choose up to 10 domestic flights, in partnership with local airlines

Starting Feb 2026, passengers without REAL ID can pay $45 to verify their identity at security checkpoints using TSA Confirm.ID; the fee will cover a 10-day travel period and will be available at select airports

Technology giant Samsung has launched the Smart Tagged Baggage service that lets you place a tiny device in your suitcase and attach a location report to your lost luggage complaint. Initially, the service will only work with one airline, with others joining later

Bears are increasingly spotted in Romanian cities and resorts, raising safety concerns as encounters grow more frequent and sometimes turn deadly. Experts: “Romania has the largest brown bear population in Europe"

The US authorities have issued a "blue" winter storm warning on the East Coast, which is expected to bring snow and sub-zero temperatures just before Christmas. Airports are warning of delays during the busiest days of the year

In the past few months, there have been numerous cases of delays and arrests of tourists traveling to Georgia due to possession of prohibited drugs or a larger quantity of pills than permitted; here is all you need to know

After reports of heavy exchange of fire, artillery fire, and airstrikes, both American embassies warn: Avoid traveling within 50 km of the Cambodia-Thailand border due to unpredictable security situation and limited assistance capacity

The US Embassy in Dar es Salaam issues a warning to citizens ahead of calls for nationwide protests, warning of riots, possible curfews, roadblocks, internet shutdowns, and flight and ferry cancellations

IATA is requesting clarification and a solution from the government of Venezuela to ensure the continuity and safety of flights between the country and the rest of the world. The U.S. and Spain have issued warnings and suspended flights to the country

The U.S. Embassy urges Americans to avoid traveling to Belarus, after the border with Lithuania was closed until the end of November amid recent incidents

Following violent protests over the October 29 elections, Tanzania faces a nationwide curfew and internet disruptions. The U.S. Embassy urges caution

No Restrictions for Russian Citizens

British Foreign Office updates travel warning for Thailand, advising against staying within 50 kilometers of the Cambodia border, including Ko Chang islands