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Despite Economic Uncertainty, Travel Remains a Priority
Home › News › Despite Economic Uncertainty, Travel Remains a Priority By TravelPress Staff October 2, 2025 According to the latest Longwoods International tracking study of American travellers, 39% of them say that of the factors limiting their...

Top travel updates UAE residents must know in October
1. Delhi airport introduces E-arrival card for foreign nationals From October 1, 2025, travellers flying from the UAE to Delhi can now complete their arrival details online before their journey. The new E-Arrival Card replaces paper immigration...

UK’s confidence to travel overseas continues to rise: ABTA
Younger adults’ confidence increases the most, well above the average. Support from a travel professional provides far above average confidence The latest results from ABTA’s annual Travel Confidence Index1, now in its third year, show the UK is...

German Media Spotlight Lipsi’s Sustainable Tourism Model
Lipsi, Dodecanese. Photo Source: Municipality of Lipsi The small Dodecanese island of Lipsi has attracted the attention of major German travel media, following a municipal campaign promoting holidays focused on authenticity and sustainability....

Federal shutdown: Lansing travel agent shares advice about potential disruptions in travel
LANSING, Mich. — As the federal government shutdown enters its first week, travelers departing from Lansing's Capital Region International Airport may face disruptions and changes to their plans, especially those heading to national parks. The...
I traveled first class on Amtrak for the first time. The most luxurious perk wasn't even on the train.
Updated 2025-10-02T12:35:01Z Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky WhatsApp Copy link lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app I traveled first class on Amtrak for the first time from...

I have flight coming up. Will government shutdown impact air travel?
The FAA will furlough about a quarter of its staff, and over 60,000 TSA and air traffic controllers will work without pay. A shutdown can cost the travel economy an estimated $1 billion per week due to disruptions and closures. We're officially on...

Half of Americans Plan to Travel This Holiday Season, With Hotels Remaining the Top Choice for Lodging: AHLA
Half of U.S. adults plan to travel overnight for leisure before the end of the year, and nearly one-third (31%) of employed adults expect to travel overnight for business, according to a new survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging...
Wenzhou Highlights Cultural Heritage at Tourism EXPO Japan 2025 to Strengthen International Visitor Outreach
NAGOYA, Japan, Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Wenzhou delegation showcased the city’s culture and tourism offerings at Tourism EXPO Japan 2025, held from September 25 to 28 at the Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo) in Nagoya....

Aegean Airlines Promotes Chios as a Travel Destination
CHIOS, Greece — A significant promotion opportunity for Chios emerged with the recent visit by Aegean Airlines’ Marketing and Online Communication department. Over three days, airline executives were hosted by the Municipality of Chios, the North...

Highrise Partners with TravelIndex Media Group to Promote Food & Beverage Show and Vacations Expo 2026
Highrise Pvt Ltd, a leading event management company from the Maldives is proud to announce its official partnership with TravelIndex Media Group, a prominent global digital media company focused on travel, tourism, and hospitality. This...

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism advances global workforce agenda at WTTC Global Summit, unveiling joint “Future of Work” report
The Saudi Ministry of Tourism has successfully concluded a dynamic program at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 25th Global Summit in Rome. The summit brought together global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to chart the future...

Kindiki urges shift to non-traditional attractions to boost tourism
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with Tourism CS Rebecca Miano at the 2025 Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) in Nairobi./HANDOUT Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for diversification in Kenya’s tourism offerings, urging the sector to...

Bombay HC rejects Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra's plea to travel abroad
The Bombay High Court has rejected actor Shilpa Shetty and her husband Raj Kundra’s plea to travel to Phuket, Thailand, for a three-day family vacation, citing serious pending cases against them. The high court also declined to stay the lookout...

Cabinet nod for Rs 6,957 cr infrastructure project in Assam to boost eco-tourism, jobs: Minister
New Delhi, September 2 (IANS): The Union Cabinet’s decision approving the widening of NH-715 and developing an elevated corridor for Rs 6,957 crore in Assam will ensure safe wildlife passage and faster travel as well as boost eco-tourism and...

Kindiki: Kenya seeks new tourism products to boost economy, create jobs
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the opening of the 2025 Magical Kenya Travel Expo. [DPCS] Kenya is seeking to develop new tourist products by exploiting untapped non-traditional attractions, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said. He...

Kenya seeks new tourism products to boost economy, create jobs
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the opening of the 2025 Magical Kenya Travel Expo at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi. [DPCS] Kenya is seeking to develop new tourist products by exploiting untapped non-traditional attractions, Deputy President...

Ryanair warns travellers as tens of thousands of airline flights face disruption
A tourist at an airport Holidaymakers planning an autumn getaway to France or Spain are being advised to double-check their flight details and prepare for potential travel disruption. The Syndicat majoritaire des contrôleurs aériens (SNCTA), the...

Free travel schemes boost West Midlands bus journeys
National Express West Midlands(Image: Shaun Fellows / Shine Pix ) Free travel schemes have helped deliver nine million bus journeys across the West Midlands in the past 18 months. West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker announced parents will be...

Union Cabinet Approves ₹6,957 Crore NH-715 Widening & Elevated Corridor In Assam To Boost Eco-Tourism, Ensure Wildlife Safety, & Create Jobs
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet’s decision approving the widening of NH-715 and developing an elevated corridor for Rs 6,957 crore in Assam will ensure safe wildlife passage and faster travel as well as boost eco-tourism and generate jobs in the...