Emirates Skywards is rolling out enhanced redemption offers this summer, allowing members to use miles for cashback, gift cards, airport services, and exclusive experiences
All nine Sicilian provinces are under a high wildfire risk alert for July 21. Palermo, Catania, and Messina are facing Level 3 heatwave warnings with perceived temperatures up to 39°C
Rome, Naples, Florence, Palermo and Bari are under the highest heat warning, while the north of the country is warned of thunderstorms, hail and flooding
The Greek Institute for Economic and Industrial Research has left its growth forecast for 2026 at 1.8%, warning of the effects of the geopolitical situation and rising energy prices
Summer has just begun, but a particularly passionate war is already raging on the prestigious beaches of the Golden Boot
"Warm Welcome": Passengers flying internationally with Air Canada will soon enjoy larger blankets, upgraded pillows, and new reusable comfort kits
The US State Department has published the list of countries with the highest travel warning level and made it clear to its citizens: Do not fly there for any reason
The prestigious research organization ATRS awarded the growing airport in Greece the 2026 Efficiency Award in the category of large airports
Authorities in Bangladesh have warned of continued flood risks in several regions as multiple rivers exceed danger levels following heavy monsoon rainfall
The London Fire Brigade is urging the public to take precautions as dry conditions increase the risk of grass and wildfires across the UK. Here is the free app you must download
Major global carriers have started to resume suspended flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Tel Aviv, and other important hubs in the Middle East. Which airlines have already started flying again and which ones will follow next? Get all the updates as they happen
Iranian political figure Amir Abbas Fakhravar, in a special interview with PassportNews: "You can be optimistic and dream about Israeli trips to Tehran and Iranian tourists who will come to visit Israel"
The global airline industry is set to see profits cut in half in 2026, according to IATA, as Middle East disruptions and surging fuel prices sharply increase costs and squeeze margins worldwide
Data from the International Air Transport Association reveal that, in March 2026, global flight demand increased very moderately, while passenger traffic in the Middle East declined sharply by more than 60%. IATA CEO: "Over the next months we could see shortages in parts of the world "
Alongside the increase in global flight demand in February 2026, the International Air Transport Association's report shows that high fuel costs and geopolitical uncertainty are already causing the growth forecast to collapse. IATA CEO: "It is impossible to quantify the full impact"
The Travel & Tourism sector in the Middle East is losing apprixmately $600 million a day, says the WTTC. "Clear communication, strong coordination between the public and private sectors, and measures that reinforce safety and stability", a must
Kuwait announced that several fuel tanks at its airport have been damaged, but no casualties have been reported. Less than two weeks ago, similar damage occurred at Dubai airport. Kuwait's Civil Aviation authority sent a protest letter to the ICAO
Kyriakos Kotsogoulos, Deputy Governor of the Island of Crete, in a special interview with PassportNews: "When compared to last year's orders, we see a clear decline." And the optimistic forecast for the summer: "Everyone is working towards a good, quiet summer"
The Department of State is warning American citizens around the world, especially in the Middle East, of increased security risks. Among other things, concerns about the closure of airspace and attacks on American facilities
The European Aviation Safety Agency warns of threats from missiles and air defense systems and recommends avoiding flying in certain areas
