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‘Dubai is open’: Tourism chief details flights, attractions and visitor safety
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.]Dubai continues to welcome visitors from around the world, with key experiences, hotels, and attractions operating across the city despite the evolving regional situation, the city’s tourism chief has said.In an interview with Khaleej Times, Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, said public services remain functional and much of the city’s to...
The UK's hidden 'tropical paradise' beach that hardly ever gets too crowded
The UK’s hidden ‘tropical paradise’ beach that hardly ever gets too crowdedREAD MORE: Inside the 'Tasmania of the British Isles' with untouched beaches, quiet glens, and exceptional wildlifeBy JOWENA RILEY, TRAVEL WRITER Published: 02:11, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 02:16, 6 April 2026 e-mail 24 shares
South Korea eases Chinese travel visas but Southeast Asia rivals, Iran war cloud outlook
Repeat short-haul visits by Chinese travellers to South Korea are expected to rise after Seoul eased multiple-entry visa rules, but analysts say the immediate impact may be limited because of growing competition from Southeast Asia and higher airfares linked to the US-Israeli war in Iran. The South Korean embassy in Beijing announced that Chinese nationals who had previously visited South Korea would now be eligible for a five-year multiple-entry visa. Those holding residency status in 14 major....
Qantas flight makes dramatic mid-air U-turn as passenger reveals what happened onboard
Qantas flight makes dramatic mid-air U-turn as passenger reveals what happened onboardREAD MORE: Qantas passenger's stomach-turning flight sparks outrage By DAILY MAIL Published: 23:56, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 23:58, 5 April 2026 e-mail View comments
5 dangerous cruise ports that travelers should research before booking excursions
Cruising to tropical destinations may sound carefree and a bucket-list best, but some of the most popular ports come with safety concerns travelers should not ignore, industry experts say.Passengers need to understand local risks before leaving the ship, especially in destinations with higher crime rates or active government warnings, experts say.A recent podcast, "The Travel Scouts," highlighted a number of cruise ports that have elevated safety concerns, based on crime data and international t...
A filthy holiday let on Booking.com ruined our Mother's Day weekend away - and they refused to refund us
A filthy holiday let on Booking.com ruined our Mother's Day weekend away - and they refused to refund usAre YOU out of pocket after a Booking.com stay? Email alesia.fiddler@dailymail.co.uk READ MORE: UK holidaymakers had £11 million stolen last year through travel scams - here's how to avoid it happening to youBy ALESIA FIDDLER - TRAVEL REPORTER Published: 16:29, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 16:45, 5 April 2026 e-mail 86 View comments
CEO mum killed in horror holiday crash as tourist truck plunges down hill
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England's Traveller hotspots mapped as data reveals where numbers have soared five-fold in the past two years
England's Traveller hotspots mapped as data reveals where numbers have soared five-fold in the past two yearsBy CAMERON ROY, DATA JOURNALIST Published: 13:51, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 13:51, 5 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Five key passport checks for Easter holidaymakers to avoid missing flight
Five key passport checks for Easter holidaymakers to avoid missing flightPeople travelling on the long weekend could be risking their return with even minor damageCommentsLifestyleSamantha Leathers Senior Money & Lifestyle writer12:52, 05 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesBritish passport holders need to check their passports aren't damaged before travelling(Image: GETTY)Easter travellers could risk missing their flights if they aren’t checking the condition of their passports, even during their hol...
Chinese man, 90, cycles across country after tragic losses of wife, son, daughter-in-law, grandson
After losing his entire family, a 90-year-old from central China took to the road on a decades-long cycling odyssey in search of solace. The sprightly Zhang Zhongyi, from Kaifeng in Henan province, remains sharp-witted, articulate and quick to smile. His story gained nationwide attention after Bai Xiaobai, a woman who encountered him in Putian, southeastern China’s Fujian province, stopped to help push his tricycle. As they spoke, Zhang recounted the tragedy that had reshaped his life. In the.....
Travel disruption continues as warnings lifted early after Storm Dave
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CEO and mum killed in Nicaragua tourist crash as son, 11, fights for his life
CEO and mum killed in Nicaragua tourist crash as son, 11, fights for his lifeKasey Grelle, 41, who co-founded a multi-million dollar marketing consulting firm, died in the crash while her 11-year-old son was left critically injured and airlifted to hospitalCommentsNewsZahra Khaliq News Reporter09:29, 05 Apr 2026Updated 09:38, 05 Apr 2026View ImageKasey Grelle, 41, died while on holiday with her husband and three children(Image: GoFundMe)A CEO mum has been killed in a horrific tourist transport c...
Khairpur sees mpox outbreak as seven babies test positive
• Health dept confirms four of seven children who died last month in Khairpur hospitals had mpox• Claims deaths not directly linked to zoonotic viral infection• Sukkur commissioner asks DHO to initiate ‘comprehensive contact tracing’• Babies seemed to have infected from unsterilized hospital equipment: sources• Many ‘chickenpox-like’ cases reported from other districts KARACHI / SUKKUR: An outbreak of mpox, the first local outbreak of the zoonotic viral infection in the country, has claimed the...
Hong Kong tourists choose safety, affordability with trips to mainland China
Hong Kong traveller Mr Lau is among those turning to high-speed rail trips or flights to mainland China after being deterred from international air travel by rising costs, particularly fuel surcharges, within a month of the United States-Israel attack on Iran. The 34-year-old, who was travelling to Guangzhou with his wife for a three-day trip on Friday on a high-speed train, said he had done some calculations since airlines’ fuel surcharges had risen, noting that a return train trip between the....
Travel experts warn against one tipping habit while visiting popular vacation spots
For American travelers, tipping may feel second nature — but in Europe, that instinct can backfire.While navigating new currencies and customs, small gestures like leaving loose change on the table may not translate well, travel expert Rick Steves warns."You're just raising the bar and messing up the local balance," Steves wrote in a blog post. "And it's bad style."And in busy settings, "the wrong party might pocket the change," Steves warned.BARTENDERS SAY ONE COMMON REQUEST COSTS THEM TIPS — A...
Luxury hotels launch superyachts for wealthy travelers who have long avoided cruises
Luxury hotels are taking their five-star service offshore, launching a new wave of superyachts designed to lure travelers who have long avoided traditional cruises, according to reports.For years, many wealthy travelers avoided traditional cruises, dodging notoriously crowded decks, buffet lines and megaships. Now, some of the world’s most recognizable hospitality brands are betting they can change that perception by offering more intimate super-yachts that feel like floating five-star hotels on...
Storm Dave causes flight chaos as passengers face Easter weekend cancellations
Storm Dave causes flight chaos as passengers face Easter weekend cancellationsFlights from Heathrow have been cancelled as the Met Office weather warning came into force on SaturdayNewsJoe Smith News Reporter20:50, 04 Apr 2026Updated 20:53, 04 Apr 2026Storm Dave due to hit northern UK with high winds over Easter weekendFlights have been cancelled and pilots forced to make daring landings in windy conditions as Storm Dave causes chaos across the UK.Flights from Heathrow to Dublin have been cance...
Female CEO is killed in accident during paradise Nicaragua vacation with her husband and three young children
Female CEO is killed in accident during paradise Nicaragua vacation with her husband and three young childrenBy ALEXA CIMINO, US REPORTER Published: 20:45, 4 April 2026 | Updated: 20:45, 4 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Everybody's talking about Italy
Italy's latest World Cup failure has triggered a national inquest, with Saturday's Serie A press conferences inevitably dominated by questions about where it all went wrong and what needs to be done. Italy missed a third straight World Cup after a playoff loss to Bosnia on Tuesday, ‌prompting both manager Gennaro Gattuso and federation chief Gabriele Gravina to step down. Genoa manager Daniele De Rossi knows what it takes not only to reach a World Cup, but to win one, having b...
UAE travel update: Air India, Air India Express operate 32 West Asia flights on April 5
Air India and Air India Express will operate a total of 32 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region on April 5, 2026.The operation includes 12 non-scheduled flights to and from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), subject to slot availability and local conditions at departure stations. All flights have the necessary permissions from Indian and UAE authorities.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. Other international flightsAl...