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A packed beach in Tropea, Calabria. As tourism surges, popular European destinations like Italy are introducing new rules, laws, bans and fines to control crowds.Getty Are you heading to Europe this summer? Think carefully before illuminating a cigarette on the beach or taking a shirtless walk along the boardwalk. Many destinations are cracked as visitor numbers are projected to surge in 2025 to record levels. The list of European travel rules and what could get you into trouble is growing, with new bans, fines and restrictions that could cost hundreds (if not thousands) of euros. Some of the new rules…

Stakeholders from around 12 African governments, civil society costumes, and international development organizations have recently explored how legal identities can be placed at the heart of effective and inclusive migration governance on the continent. These reflections marked a five-day workshop in Zimbabwe's capital, Harare, hosted by the Economic Committee of Africa (ECA). The event was accompanied by the cooperation of the African Union Commission (AUC), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the Intergovernmental Agency on the Development of Regional Organizations Grouping Territories in the Horn of Africa (IGAD). Stakeholders gathered to explore viable strategies to improve legal identity and…

Tourists can now travel from India to South Africa, Madagascar and Lenion with one airline ticket. Air India and Air Mauritius Codeshare Partnership: Strengthening air connections between India and African countries, Air India and Air Mauritius are leading codeshare contracts to new strategic heights. Under this agreement, passengers can now seamlessly travel to destinations such as India, Mauritius, South Africa, Madagascar, and Lenion with one ticket. Bookings for new flights will be available from July 1, 2025 through the Air India and Air Mauritius websites, mobile apps and travel agents. Passengers can easily travel in the air to their final…

Kampala, Uganda | Independence | Kenya is stepping up efforts to attract more tourists by improving travel infrastructure and strengthening regional cooperation, officials said at Uganda's Africa Tourism Expo (POATE). Speaking at the Regional Tourism Fair, Kenya's Cabinet Secretary of Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano, said the government is focusing on strengthening the connectivity of the air and land in East Africa, while simplifying visa procedures to promote tourism growth. “By increasing connectivity between Kenya and East African neighbors, improving infrastructure and simplifying the visa process, not only increasing the number of visitors, but enriching the travel experience,” Miano said.…

Unlike previous generations who sought luxury resorts and comprehensive packaging, Gen Z Travellers is increasingly prioritizing travel rules over luxury and rewriting. This new wave of travelers is craving authenticity, flexibility and affordability with sustainability in mind. The strict travel structure and costly last minute booking ideas aren't merely appealing to them, but modern vacation clubs do. A recent report from Skift highlights that Gen Z is drawn to a vacation ownership model that matches the desire for flexibility and affordability, highlighting that 68% of young travelers prefer travel membership and subscription-based stays over traditional hotel bookings. It also emphasizes…

Two North African airlines, Nouvelair and Air Algerie, are exploring the opportunity to launch scheduled services in Belgrade. Both carriers aim to enhance air connections with the Vulcans. Nouvelair currently maintains an extensive charter programme from both Monastir and Djerba to the Serbian capital. During the ongoing summer season of 2025, the airline plans to operate more than 200 flights to Belgrade, up 20.1% last summer, offering 72.342 seats. Following the success of summer charter operations over the past few years, the airline is now considering launching scheduled flights to cities where Tunizua was offered year-round until the start of…

This young man's moon is heading to the Jourg Theatre, as it proudly presents an epic restage of “Sarafina!” if there's one thing you have to do. Themandela stage. The Thisic Musical by Dr. Mbongeni Ngema runs in two weeks, from May 30th, 2025.06.01 to May 30th, to May 30th, in a very impactful two weeks. This Broadway-acclaimed production has been celebrated worldwide for its inspiring performances and inspiring storytelling, with a heartfelt homage to the enduring legacy of the NGEMA family and a heartfelt tribute to the powerful reminders of South Africa's disturbed political history. Directed by acclaimed MPHO…

The Airbus SE A321 aircraft, run by Indigo, a unit of Interglobe Aviation Ltd., is preparing to land … more Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, India. Photographer: Prakashsin/Bloomberg©2024 Bloomberg Finance LP Indigo-India's biggest airline is a revenue-based carrier managed by billionaire Rahul Bhatia, which is stepping up its fleet expansion plans to meet booming travel demands at its domestic and international destinations. To support the expansion plan, the budget carrier purchased another 30 A350 aircraft from Airbus and exercised the option of deploying a fleet of widebody aircraft on international routes, Bloomberg reported…

The Airbus SE A321 aircraft, run by Indigo, a unit of Interglobe Aviation Ltd., is preparing to land … more Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, India. Photographer: Prakashsin/Bloomberg©2024 Bloomberg Finance LP Indigo-India's biggest airline is a revenue-based carrier managed by billionaire Rahul Bhatia, which is stepping up its fleet expansion plans to meet booming travel demands at its domestic and international destinations. To support the expansion plan, the budget carrier purchased another 30 A350 aircraft from Airbus and exercised the option of deploying a fleet of widebody aircraft on international routes, Bloomberg reported…

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced its latest financial outlook for the global aviation industry at its annual general meeting held in New Delhi on June 2, 2025, predicting slight improvements in profitability despite significant economic and geopolitical headwinds. With net profits reaching $36 billion and record revenues expected to reach $979 billion, the industry is showing resilience with lower jet fuel prices and sustained passenger demand. However, challenges such as supply chain disruption, trade tensions and high costs of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) pose risks to long-term growth and industry net-zero CO2 emissions targets by 2050. Financial Performance:…