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US Visa News: In 2025, obtaining a US visa has become particularly difficult for citizens from several countries, with Rwanda at the top of the list. A survey by Brooks' law firm highlighted by the Irish star shows that immigration policies under Donald Trump's second term of president have been significantly tightened, making visa approval more difficult than ever. Important factors behind visa refusal A Brooks law firm survey evaluated visa refusal rates, passport strength, green cards issued for each 100,000 citizens, and online immigration-related searches. Data was collected from official US sources and passport indexes between January and March…

Known for its sparkling turquoise waters and golden sand, the stunning beach has been named “the best” in Europe. Nissi Beach is a popular holiday destination at Ayia Napa resorts in Cyprus. The beach stretches for 500 meters and the water is clean enough to award the blue flag designation. Travel insurance experts at quotezone.co.uk create a European beach index to help travelers find their ideal beach vacation destination. Experts make Nissi the best name above all. The Index ranks 10 popular European beaches based on factors such as ocean and temperature, 5 star reviews, average days cost, and wave…

The Cotswolds are a favorite among travelers Gorgeous environment and relaxed atmosphere. They are also popular with holiday makers and celebrities, with gentle hills and pristine scenery. Destination all year round. However, one Lincolnshire town has emerged as a rival to a well-known region, despite being more than 80 miles away.According to a visit to the Lincolnshire website, Stanford has been “a long praised as a lovely stone town.” Scottish novelist and poet Sir Walter Scott called the town “the best view on the road between Edinburgh and London,” and historian WG Hoskins said “I haven't seen it yet if…

Open this photo in the gallery:A general view of a container terminal at a port in Durban, South Africa, April 10th.Logan Ward/ReutersAfrican countries, highly vulnerable to US tariff hikes and foreign aviation cuts, are hoping to tighten President Donald Trump with various trade concessions, deportation agreements and diplomatic operations.Unlike Canada and China, African countries lack the economic influence to counterattack with retaliatory tariffs. So they are experimenting with other tactics to convince Trump to reverse a series of executive orders and other hard-hit policies, including punitive tariffs currently under review.Some analysts and politicians are calling for a unified continental response…

Traveling with small things can be stressful. However, new research has revealed that UK families may not need to divide hundreds or thousands for overseas holiday packages to entertain their children.A new study found that UK theme parks are the most “boring” destinations in the world. Attraction ticket experts have analyzed hundreds of thousands of reviews from over 160 global destinations, finding spots where parents said their children “love it” and finding boring places. Spots are ranked, with 70% of the top 10 being theme parks, indicating that kids actually prefer theme park holidays over other types of holidays. Perhaps…

Many African destinations are seeing an increase in tourism. However, three countries north of the huge continent actually make the mark. Hotspots such as Egypt and Morocco continue to be some of the most popular destinations for travelers around the world, but countries such as Algeria, Libya and Mauritania are also making waves in the world of travel and tourism.Adventure Travel Company, Untamed Borders, revealed that all three countries have implemented e-Visa systems to make tourists easier to welcome. Algeria is already making progress with a new system as it has increased by 10% from around 3.5 million tourists compared…

If you have not booked a vacation by now, don't worry. There's still time left and it's worth considering one incredible destination. Georgia, located between Eastern Europe and Western Asia, is a wonderful country known as the “birthplace of wine.” The winemaking history dates back 8,000 years in a unique way deeply rooted in tradition.The country certainly has endured its name, and one of its ancient winemaking traditions even had UNESCO rule. And most of all, according to the Independent, wines that can be enjoyed for just 2 pounds at most local restaurants for just 2 pounds, can be enjoyed…

The Flight Museum's highly anticipated 2025 exhibit, the MIG-21 Project, will have its world premiere on June 21st. It was conceived by South African artist Ralph Ziman. The transformed jet is not only a stunning visual statement, but also a rethink of the icon of violence into a powerful symbol of resilience, beauty and collaboration. The exhibition will be on display until January 26th, 2026. Photo courtesy of the MIG-21 Project. “The purpose of the MIG-21 project is to take the most mass-produced supersonic fighter jets and turn them from war machines to something that looks beautiful and changes meaning,”…

Traveling by train is one of the most relaxed, slow paced ways to see the world, especially when there is a little extra luxury added. As a result, there is a renaissance that is natural for railway closures, and demand has skyrocketed, making reservations for the previous year quite early.TaylorMade rail holiday provider Railbookers recently reported a record year, with revenues rising by 30% and bookings for 2025 increased significantly. This is a strong evidence that luxury train travel is back on track. To narrow down many bucket list options, travel enthusiasts have Lovers, while Japan Rail Pass analysts have…

If you need medical evacuation this summer, we hope you have travel insurance. Here's how to find a policy:Getty Many travelers are asking themselves because of the holiday season around the corner. Do I need travel insurance for my summer trip? Stefany di manno ceccato already knows the answer. But she found a difficult way. A friend on vacation in Mexico suffered serious injuries after breaking his head on a hotel nightstand. “He had to fly to California for treatment, but he cost $75,000,” she says. Travel insurance could have covered all his expenses. Setkato says that now she is…