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Pakistan Railways launches modernized Safari Train
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Railways on Sunday launched an upgraded Safari Train service, marking a renewed push to promote rail tourism and improve passenger experience. Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi inaugurated the revamped train at Rawalpindi Railway Station, stating that the initiative is part of broader efforts by Pakistan Railways to modernise the country’s railway system. The upgraded Safari Train features air-conditioned coaches, improved seating, and a family-friendly env...
Flying out of Dubai with a pet? You need to know this
Travelling with pets on your mind? Make things easier on yourself by getting the paperwork in order. Dubai Municipality put out an Instagram post explaining the documents you need to fly with your little fur balls.But first, you’ve got to:Microchip and register your pet. Ensure all his/her vaccinations are in order – especially rabies.Next you need to get a veterinary health certificate. Don’t forget to do your homework. Find out what you’ll need at your destination. This may include tests...
Jet2 'arrive early' alert for anyone travelling to popular European destination
Jet2 'arrive early' alert for anyone travelling to popular European destinationThe budget airline has issued fresh guidance as passengers face "congestion everywhere"CommentsLifestyleCharlotte Smith Senior Lifestyle Content Editor11:10, 12 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesPassengers have been issued advice by the airline(Image: Getty )Jet2 has issued a fresh alert to passengers travelling to a popular holiday destination as holiday-goers face long queues and waiting times. The budget air...
Foreign Office warns 'do not travel here' or risk invalidating your insurance
Foreign Office warns 'do not travel here' or risk invalidating your insuranceThe FCDO has all the latest travel warnings listed online, advising against all travel to multiple countriesCommentsLifestyleCharlotte Smith Senior Lifestyle Content Editor10:08, 12 Apr 2026Updated 10:18, 12 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesAn FCDO warning can affect your travel insurance(Image: Getty )The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) provides regularly updated travel guidance for British nationals...
What to wear for a very end of season ski trip (and how to look after your kit when you get back)
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UK woman biker in armoured gear arrives in Karachi to break ‘stereotypes’
Gul-i-Afshan Tariq (second from left), adventure biker and solo traveller from the United Kingdom, cuts a cake, along with other women bikers, at the Quaid-i-Azam House Museum on Saturday. — Fahim Siddiqi / White Star KARACHI: Seeing the adventure biker and solo traveller from the United Kingdom, Gul-i-Afshan Tariq, from afar was one thing and listening to her speak another. The blonde young lady in the black biker jacket with extra pockets, asymmetrical zippers, lapels an...
Ryanair reminds passengers of new digital rule ahead of summer holidays
Ryanair reminds passengers of new digital rule ahead of summer holidaysRyanair is reminding passengers about its digital-only policy that came into effect in November 2025CommentsLifestyleSophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer05:30, 12 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesRyanair confirmed the changes when it came into force in November 2025(Image: Getty)Ryanair is alerting travellers to a change to its boarding passes, encouraging them to prepare in advance.The airline's Help Centre confirmed it has tr...
It's an idyllic, private island fit for a king and even comes with its own helicopter hangar... but to call Eilean Righ home it'll cost at least £10 million
It’s an idyllic, private island fit for a king and even comes with its own helicopter hangar... but to call Eilean Righ home it’ll cost at least £10 millionClick here to visit the Scotland home page for the latest news and sport By NICOLE MOYES Published: 19:06, 11 April 2026 | Updated: 19:06, 11 April 2026 e-mail View comments
As missiles light the sky, she boards a one-way flight to Dubai
As war grips Iran and air defenses in the United Arab Emirates intercept waves of incoming missiles and drones, one American chose to leave Miami for Dubai. It's a decision she does not regret."I actually had the opposite experience of me asking myself if I made the right choice... I was like so excited to be here," she said in an interview.Rikki Dimitriadis, an American hairstylist originally from New York whose move has attracted media attention, moved to Dubai on April 1 and spoke with Fox Ne...
Where the sky bleeds henna
WH Auden once said, “The poet is himself enchanted by the subjects he writes about and wishes only to share his enchantment with others.” And this goes perfectly well for Adeeba Shahid Talukder, a Pakistani and Bengali-American poet, vocalist, and translator, whose poetry book titled Shahr-e-jaanaan: The City of the Beloved, time and again, reverberates with our South Asian poetic mazmuns (themes). In this enchantment, we see other poets’ voices, as well, like Faiz, Ghalib, Mir...
First Hajj flight from Lahore to depart on April 18
The schedule of pre-Hajj flight operations has been prepared from the Lahore Airport, under which a total of 101 flights will be operated. According to the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), the first Hajj flight from Lahore will depart on April 18, which will go to Medina via Saudi Airlines flight SV 5735. Various airlines will participate in this operation. According to the sources, the national airline PIA will operate 33 flights in the pre-Hajj operation, while Saudi Airlines will operate...
Flight operations to Gulf pick up pace
Flight operations to Gulf countries have seen a noticeable increase from major airports across Pakistan, including Lahore's Allama Iqbal International Airport, amid improving regional conditions linked to Iran-US peace negotiations. According to officials, a total of 12 flights departed from Lahore to various Gulf destinations. Meanwhile, Karachi recorded 16 outbound flights, Islamabad 18, Multan 6 and Peshawar 8. Sources said airlines including Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, flydubai, Emi...
War in Iran Likely to Impact Summer Travel Costs
US airlines are raising fares, adding baggage fees, and dialing back routes as the war in Iran continues to wreak havoc on oil and jet fuel costs, making summer travel this year more expensive than ever. Summer travel costs Going.com Travel Expert Katy Nastro joins Tim Stenovec and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss. Watch the show LIVE every Saturday and Sunday morning. (Source: Bloomberg)
New York, California compete as disaster tourism destinations for economists
Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the “first partner” of California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), is under fire for stating that she takes her children to conservative and Republican states so that they can see misogyny and racism firsthand. Putting aside her hellscape phantasm, California may be a draw for a different group: curious economists in the mood for disaster…
Inside Dubai's hidden crisis as tourists flee and luxury hotspots fall silent
Inside Dubai's hidden crisis as tourists flee and luxury hotspots fall silentDubai's luxury image is under strain as empty hotels, falling tourism and regional tensions raise doubts about its future as visitors increasingly turn back to EuropeCommentsNewsEmma Mackenzie Features Writer and Cally Brooks Features Writer11:57, 11 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesEmpty sunbeds have become the norm in Dubai as tensions become hard to ignoreFor years, Dubai has sold itself as the five-star destination fo...
Thais celebrate new year despite fuel price shocks delaying travel
Soaring fuel prices are driving up costs for Thais travelling home for the holidays, but the chance to spend the new year with loved ones is a price worth paying, they say. “There aren’t many opportunities to go home during festivals like this,” said 24-year-old army cadet Korawich Changpat at Bangkok’s Mo Chit Two bus station, despite his inflated fare back to central Chaiyaphum province. “First of all, I’ll go see my mother. Looking this handsome in my uniform, I must go pay my respects to...
Hundreds of flights cancelled and passengers stranded after major strike
TravelNews & AdviceHundreds of flights cancelled and passengers stranded after major strikeMore than 500 flights were cancelled with at least 72,000 passengers affectedKlaus Lauer Saturday 11 April 2026 10:38 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":"b2955769","a...
Holiday chaos warning as jet fuel shortages threaten Europe flights
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Martin Lewis 'you should be checking' travel warning over impact of Iran war
Martin Lewis 'you should be checking' travel warning over impact of Iran warHe urged people to check online guidance as wellCommentsLifestyleNicholas Dawson10:19, 11 Apr 2026View ImageMartin Lewis issued a warning for people going away on holiday(Image: ITV)Martin Lewis has issued crucial guidance for families planning holidays in the near future. On his BBC podcast, he offered valuable tips in light of the Iran conflict and its potential impact on travel plans. He said you may want to...
Dubai night beaches draw record crowds as visitors double
Dubai: Visitor numbers to Dubai’s night swimming beaches rose by 50 per cent last year compared to 2024, due to the growing demand for after-dark swimming activities across the emirate.According to Emarat Al Youm, Dubai Municipality said it is working on plans to expand the concept to additional public beaches, in response to rising demand and as part of efforts to diversify recreational offerings and enhance quality of life.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simpl...