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Carnival Cruise passenger, 67, found dead while snorkeling off the coast of Australia during excursion

A 67-year-old Carnival Cruise passenger died last week while snorkeling off the coast of mainland Australia during an excursion.The woman, who has not been publicly identified, was a passenger aboard the Carnival Splendor, which offers snorkeling excursions to the Tangalooma Wrecks. She reportedly drowned near Moreton Island on April 17, Cruise Hive reported."Carnival Cruise Line is deeply saddened by the death of a guest on Moreton Island on Friday," the cruise line told local media. "Our Care...

Officials urge Americans not to travel to island spot amid kidnappings, 6-figure ransom demands

The U.S. State Department issued an updated warning advising Americans not to travel to Haiti — citing widespread kidnappings and ransom demands often reaching into the tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.Sharing the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic, Haiti has been gripped by escalating gang violence and instability.In an April 16 travel advisory, the U.S. State Department warned that violent crime is still rampant in the Caribbean nation, particularly in its capital ci...

40 Hong Kong tour groups safe after magnitude 7.5 quake strikes Japan

Hong Kong travellers in Japan were reported safe by at least one major tour operator while the Immigration Department said it was closely monitoring the situation after a powerful earthquake struck off the country’s northeast coast on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings. Steve Huen Kwok-chuen, executive director of EGL Tours, said the operator currently had about 40 tour groups in Japan, including three in the northeast and four in Hokkaido, areas covered by the alert. “All our customers are...

Tourists could get slapped with fees as pricey getaway looks to cash in even more

Yet another country in Europe is weighing a proposal to add tourist taxes and levies to visitors in an effort to raise money.Already considered an expensive destination, Finland is now taking a closer look at how tourists pay their way.The Finnish government has started drafting legislation that would allow municipalities to introduce a tax on tourists, part of a broader effort to boost revenue while easing the strain that travel places on local communities, according to a government statement.T...

Adidas x Saudia roll out the airport look with travel wear launch

Dubai: Airlines are no longer just flying passengers — they’re now dressing them too.Sports apparel giant Adidas and Saudi Arabia’s national carrier Saudia have launched a new travel-focused clothing line across the Middle East and North Africa, starting April 20. The aim, according to the airline and Adidas, is to target a generation that increasingly treats the airport as part of the experience rather than just a waiting room.Dubbed the “Made to Fly” pack, the collection is available in select...

Low-key California coast spot named America's best beach town

Low-key California coast spot named America's best beach townSign up for our US Editor's Picks newsletter to get all the biggest exclusive stories By ELIOT FORCE, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 14:44, 20 April 2026 | Updated: 14:46, 20 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Another flight leaves passengers behind due to border delays

Another flight leaves passengers behind due to border delaysJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleTheo LeggettTransport CorrespondentGetty ImagesRyanair passengers due to fly from Milan Bergamo to Manchester last week were left behind due to problems at passport control, the airline has confirmed.The introduction this month of a European digital border control system, known as the Entry-Exit System (EES), has been blamed for long delays European airports.Ryanair said: "Should these pas...

The busiest European airports for Brits as EES border checks cause delays

The busiest European airports for Brits as EES border checks cause delaysREAD MORE: Border chaos hits Europe: Airlines and airports blame each other as new EU travel rules spark massive delaysBy JOWENA RILEY, TRAVEL WRITER Published: 13:03, 20 April 2026 | Updated: 14:21, 20 April 2026 e-mail 26 shares

flydubai to launch daily Bangkok flights from July 2026

Dubai: UAE carrier flydubai has announced it will start daily flights to Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok from 1 July 2026, marking its second destination in Thailand after Krabi.The service will operate from Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport and will strengthen travel links between Dubai and Southeast Asia. The route will also be operated in partnership with Emirates, allowing passengers smoother connections through Dubai to other global destinations.Get updated faster and fo...

Major EU travel rule change from Wednesday could see UK travellers denied entry

Major EU travel rule change from Wednesday could see UK travellers denied entryYou need a new document at a cost of £90 a timeCommentsTravelNeil Shaw Assistant Editor (Money and Lifestyle)14:03, 20 Apr 2026Updated 14:07, 20 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesAnyone travelling with a pet needs to know the rule changePeople travelling from the UK to Europe have been warned of a major passport change this week, making documents invalid from Wednesday, April 22. The post-Brexit change means that anyone travelling...

Summer rush sorted: Indian Railways rolls out over 900 special trains

Indian Railways is launching 908 summer special trains, operating 18,262 trips between April 15 and July 15, 2026, to manage increased passenger demand. This initiative aims to ease waiting lists and enhance travel convenience across the country. A significant portion of these services is already open for booking.

Spectacular days of Lake Urmia

Nature and WildlifeIFP ExclusiveIran in PicturesSelected Spectacular days of Lake Urmia By IFP Editorial Staff April 20, 2026 Following the significant spring rainfall in the Lake Urmia basin, the latest reports indicate an increase in the water level and a relative improvement in the condition of this semi-arid lake. During the days of the Iranian nation’s resilience against the hardships and pressures resulting from the US-Israeli war with Iran, the widespread rainfall has given new life...

Mainland Chinese to make 980,000 inbound trips to Hong Kong for Labour Day break

The number of inbound trips to Hong Kong by mainland Chinese visitors is expected to reach 980,000 for the coming Labour Day “golden week” holiday across the border, a 7 per cent increase from last year, with city authorities saying they will enforce environmental regulations around the clock at popular camping spots. The estimate from the Immigration Department on Monday came as the government revealed it had stepped up measures for crowd control, transport and tourism in anticipation of a...

I packed up my city life for the peace of the Alaskan wilderness... I wasn't prepared for the brutal realities that lay in store

I packed up my city life for the peace of the Alaskan wilderness... I wasn't prepared for the brutal realities that lay in storeBy LILLIAN GISSEN, US DEPUTY LIFESTYLE EDITOR Updated: 11:56, 20 April 2026 e-mail 48 shares

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International flights resume operations to Qatar

International airlines have resumed operations to Qatar, the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) announced, signalling the restoration of regular international air services following recent disruptions.The authority said the decision came after “a comprehensive assessment of the situation, conducted in coordination with all relevant national entities, to ensure the highest levels of readiness and operational efficiency,” according to QNA. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News...

Wildflower tourism is the next trend. Here’s the five best blooming places this year

TravelNews & AdviceWildflower tourism is the next trend. Here’s the five best blooming places this yearWildflower tourism is fast becoming a popular travel trend for 2026Lara Owen Monday 20 April 2026 10:21 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"b2960913","art...

Check out Ronaldo’s rumored suite in One Za’abeel hotel

Dubai: Cristiano Ronaldo made the short trip from Saudi Arabia to Dubai this weekend ahead of Al Nassr’s AFC Champions League quarter-final game against Al Wasl on Sunday night.While there was little doubt the legendary forward would dominate headlines on the pitch, it was once again his off-field presence in Dubai that generated just as much attention, as is so often the case with Ronaldo. @ahlanlivedubai Cristiano Ronaldo is in the city with Al Nassr FC ahead of today’s match, and fans spotte...

'We left our one-bed UK flat for three-bed Crete villa and save £300 a month'

'We left our one-bed UK flat for three-bed Crete villa and save £300 a month'Danielle and Russell Grant ditched the UK's high cost of living for a three-bed villa in CreteCommentsMoneySteven Smith Content Editor09:22, 20 Apr 2026Updated 09:25, 20 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesDanielle Grant and her daughter in Greece(Image: Danielle Grant/SWNS)A couple fed up with Britain's dreary weather have swapped the UK for sun-drenched Greece, and are now paying £300 a month less for a three-bed...

UAE-bound travel demand surges as schools reopen

Dubai: UAE travel agents report a surge in inbound travel demand over the next two weeks as schools reopen, with thousands of residents returning after weeks of disruption caused by regional tensions and flight cancellations.The rebound comes after a volatile period for the aviation sector, during which US-Israel-Iran conflict-linked airspace closures, rerouting and reduced airline capacity had slowed travel flows into and out of the UAE since late March.Sign up for our daily business newsletter...