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The Trump administration is considering implementing travel restrictions in 36 more countries, including key US partners such as Egypt and Djibouti, according to an internal memo seen by the Washington Post. The memo, signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and sent to US diplomats on Saturday, says governments from listed countries have met 60 days to meet new requirements established by the State Department.The State Department argued that some of the countries mentioned did not meet various benchmarks such as “competent or cooperative central government authorities” to provide a large number of citizens who violated the terms of the…

Tourists praise safaris, a country that is often overlooked, and there is none in Africa. When we think about safari, we usually think of countries like Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania. However, Asia has a country that is home to great safaris that many people don't consider. Plus, it has gorgeous views and plenty of other thrilling things tourists should do. Visitors have said overwhelmingly positive things about the safari experiences offered in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is an island nation located in the southern part of India. It is famous for its calm beaches and forests, but not many…

Indian authorities ordered that on Saturday, June 14th, all Boeing 787s are ordered to be run by local airlines, according to Reuters. The London-bound flight attacked a medical school hostel in a residential area in Ahmedabad, Northwestern city, minutes after taking off on Thursday, June 12th. Viswash Kumar Ramesh, 38, the sole survivor of the crash, continues to recover at the hospital. “He's doing very well and ready to be discharged from the hospital any time soon,” Dr. Dabal Gameti told the Associated Press on Saturday. The safest seat on the plane Gamesh was sitting in seat 11a when the…

Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group, has been awarded the prestigious Ato Girma Wake Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions to route development and African Airlines. The award was presented to Mr. Mesphine at the 2025 Grand Aviadef Africa ceremony.Over 500 well-known representatives of Zanzibar from Africa and beyond. This outstanding recognition celebrates Mesphine's years of extraordinary contributions and continued impact on the success of the airline. It also highlights Mesphine's admirable leadership for making a difference beyond Ethiopian airlines. Ms. Mesphine expressed her gratitude, saying, “There are two joys I feel about being awarded the Atgilma Wake…

Pexel About 60,000 years ago, our predecessor, Homo Sapiens – and therefore something massive happened that changed the way we live. Over several waves they began to move from Africa. This is where they first became 300,000 years ago. why? Well, that problem remains a mystery. But the way Homo sapiens groups leave the continent and pass through our planets more and more until they find other places to settle is a hot topic of discussion among the scientific community. One of the important mysteries, the route they took and the destination they wanted, has long been debated. Pexel According…

Despite being only a few hours from Athens, one hidden Greek treasure was able to avoid the crowds of tourists completely. Visitors are popular neighbours like Mykonos, who tend to shyly stop Saicradic Island, the northernmost island, making it a real, peaceful holiday.It's not something you expect from a dry cyclades, as lush vegetation covers the island of Andros. Andros can be explored on foot through the snake hiking trails, walnut trees and olive vines. And, according to the 2011 census, the population is only 9,221, and they feel completely out of the beaten track.When you finish your exploration you…

Africa has become increasingly popular with Globetrotters, and the number of visitors has skyrocketed in recent years. The continent welcomed a whopping 74 million tourists last year, an increase of 12% since 2023.Among the perennial favourite destinations are countries such as Egypt, South Africa and Kenya, to mention just a few. However, it is another country that is experiencing a real explosion by growing tourism and breaking records.Morocco saw a record 17.4 million international travelers visit the country last year, up 20% in 2023.According to the government's UN tourism, the North African country has become the most visited country in…

Europe has many beautiful countries that are perfect for urban breaks. Places like Krakow and Warsaw in Poland are great for cheap pints, but Barcelona and Valencia in Spain could be a better choice for those who want nice beaches and sun. However, Europe has another little-known spot that is small and unique for several reasons.Its location is Andorra, a small country hidden in the mountains of the Pyrenees between France and Spain. Despite its size (only 180 square miles), it is perfect for anyone looking for a charming, quiet and scenic break.What makes Andorra unique is the lack of…

Cornwall Locals say the county was “so empty.” sightseeing Chief predicts the year of visitor bumper. Chairman Jon Hyatt, visiting Cornwall, condemned the peak cost of living and bad weather in the wake of a decline in visitors last year.Figures released earlier this year show that visitor numbers in the southwest England fell by 10-12% in 2024, a situation reportedly reflected in Cornwall. “I think we're heading for a strong summer, and all the metrics are heading for a good season,” Hyatt said ahead of this holiday season.His optimism was reflected by Newquay Business Improvement District Manager Mark Warren. He…

house » China Travel News » South Africa will revolutionize tourism by 2025 using digital ETA systems for tourists that are visa-required by tourists, including India, China, Egypt, Colombia, Turkey, Thailand and Saudi Arabia. Saturday, June 14th, 2025India, China, Egypt, Colombia, Turkey, Thailand and Saudi Arabia are expected to significantly increase tourism in South Africa by accepting the new AI-powered electronic travel approval (ETA) system to be launched in September 2025. By providing a more seamless and mobile-friendly visa experience, the new ETA system will promote greater travel from these major countries, increase the overall efficiency of South Africa's immigration…