TrustedHousesitters Faces Backlash as Members Detained Over Visa Issues TrustedHousesitters, the world’s largest housesitting company, is under fire for allegedly providing misleading travel advice that encourages members to flout visa regulations. The platform, which charges users £131 a year to access opportunities for free stays in exchange for pet care, has faced accusations from travelers...
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Indian Police Chief Sues Singapore Airlines Over Non-Reclining Business Class Seats
Singapore Airlines ordered to pay compensation after malfunctioning seats caused discomfort to Indian couple Singapore Airlines has been ordered to compensate an Indian couple S$3,480 (INR 213,585) for the “mental agony” they endured due to malfunctioning business class seats during a flight from Hyderabad to Singapore in May 2023. The seats, which they had paid...
Global Tourism to Reach Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024, UN Reports
Tourism growth driven by Asia and the Middle East, with global numbers expected to surpass 2019 levels. International tourism is set to fully recover to pre-pandemic levels in 2024, with the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) predicting a 2% growth above 2019 figures. This marks a significant milestone for the global tourism industry, which...
European Heatwave Fails to Deter Travelers, EasyJet Sees Surge in Demand
Despite soaring temperatures, easyJet reports record profits and predicts continued growth as travel rebounds. EasyJet has reported a remarkable surge in demand for travel, despite the ongoing heatwave across Europe. The airline, known for its budget-friendly services, has achieved a record pre-tax profit of £203m for the quarter ending in June, far surpassing analyst expectations....
Escape the City and Witness the Northern Lights Across Britain
Thanks to solar activity, the rare spectacle of the aurora borealis can now be seen as far south as the Home Counties. For many, seeing the northern lights — or aurora borealis — is a dream experience, typically reserved for far-flung destinations like Norway or Iceland. But recently, sky-watchers in the UK have had the...
Morocco Airline Cancels Flights to Doha Amid World Cup Semi-Final Disruptions
Qatari Restrictions Force Royal Air Maroc to Ground Flights for Fans Royal Air Maroc has cancelled seven flights scheduled to transport Moroccan fans to Doha for the World Cup semi-final between Morocco and France, citing new restrictions imposed by Qatari authorities. The airline, which had initially planned 30 additional flights to accommodate fans, had to...
British Tourist Killed by Helicopter Blade in Greece
21-year-old dies after being struck by rotor blade while disembarking a chartered helicopter in Athens. A 21-year-old British tourist, Jack Fenton, tragically lost his life after being struck by the spinning rotor of a helicopter at a helipad in Athens. The incident occurred shortly after Fenton and others disembarked from the helicopter, which had chartered...
US to Lift Covid Travel Restrictions, Reuniting Families and Reviving Tourism
The easing of travel curbs on vaccinated visitors from 33 countries brings relief to separated families and sparks a surge in bookings Starting on November 8, the United States will lift its travel restrictions, which have been in place for over a year, effectively barring tourists and non-essential visitors from 33 countries, including the UK,...
Tips for Women Traveling Solo, From Dining Out to Hotel Safety
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To Save Money on Flights, Look to Smaller Airports
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