Some travelers arrive at the airport with a passport and a plane ticket; others arrive with turtles, ammunition or “training aids” that look like bombs. The TSA’s 2025 Unusual Findings Rankings are a crash course in human imagination, and the limits of security personnel’s patience
On Wednesday, the European Parliament made it crystal clear: passengers' rights must be protected at all costs. Lawmakers, who voted 632 to 15, decided against proposed amendments meant to water down current protections. "We are determined to improve rather than dilute air passenger rights"
Instead of a flat tax for all tourists, the city council is proposing a tiered model: tourists in luxury hotels will pay more, while those staying in hostels and rental apartments will receive a discount. Who will pay double and who is completely exempt from the payment?
Henley & Partners Passport Index 2026 shows stability at the top, a general decline in passport power, the strengthening of Asian and European countries, and continued mobility gaps between regions of the world
AirlineRatings has published a ranking of the safest airlines in the world, as well as the safest low-cost carriers for 2026. So who came in first place?
The Mexican Navy has rescued a passenger who fell from a Viking Cruises ship during a cruise. "The rescue operations reaffirm the commitment of the Mexican Navy, which acts as a coast guard, to protecting human life at sea."
During a recent visit to Israel, Air Canada announced the appointment of Shmuel Cohen to replace Ruth Ben-Tzur, who retired from the manager position. Rocky Lo, Air Canada's international sales manager, told PassportNews: "Proud to announce Shmule as Ruth's successor, will continue to lead the Israeli market"
Rome's Fiumicino Airport (Fiumicino-Da Vinci) has reached 50 million passengers a year for the first time in its history. "A moment we are proud of, and one we want to celebrate today with everyone who made it possible."
Bluegame, the popular Italian yacht brand founded by Olympic sailor Luca Santella known for its innovative, high-performance power yachts, has unveiled its latest BGX model; CEO: the new flagship yacht is "the clearest statement of who we are today"
Larnaca, Cyprus, has been awarded the prestigious title of "Capital of Culture" for 2030, after beating its neighbor, Limassol. "A historic moment for all who believed in the vision of a more humane, inclusive, and sustainable city."
