New Zealand Travel Alert Warns Travelers Could Be Stranded in Middle East Hubs
New Zealand has raised travel advice for several Middle East countries, warning that airspace closures and flight disruption could strand travelers.
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Costa del Sol Hotel Pool Incident Sends More Than 60 Guests to Hospital
More than 60 guests at a hotel in Benahavís on Spain’s Costa del Sol were treated for symptoms consistent with pool-related poisoning.
Spain’s Rare Solar Eclipse Could Bring 500,000 Travelers to Empty Spain
Spain expects a major tourism surge for the August 12 total solar eclipse, with rural Castile and Leon preparing for up to 500,000 visitors.
UK Warns Travelers After Brits Ask Embassies for Hair Highlights and Lost Cars
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
The UK Foreign Office is urging travelers to prepare before overseas trips after revealing some of the strangest requests made to consular staff abroad.
Venezuela Earthquake Travel Warning: Why Tourists Should Avoid Caracas Right Now
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Two powerful earthquakes have struck Venezuela, causing damage in Caracas and nearby regions and making nonessential travel risky while rescue operations continue.
Popular U.S. Beaches Face Closures as Bacteria Alerts Spread
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Beachgoers in several U.S. states are facing swimming advisories and closures after water tests found elevated bacteria levels during the summer season.
Cyprus and Greece Lead Europe for Clean Swimming Water
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Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
Cyprus and Greece ranked among Europe’s top destinations for bathing water quality, reinforcing their appeal for summer beach travel.
Ebola Travel Map Shows How Fast Outbreak Rules Can Disrupt Trips
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Riskline’s new Ebola outbreak map tracks travel restrictions, health screening and entry rules as governments respond to cases in Central and East Africa.
Air Canada Pilot Allegedly Flew 900 Flights Without Required License
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Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
A former Air Canada captain faces criminal charges after police alleged he flew more than 900 flights without the required captain’s license.
World’s Safest Countries Offer Travelers Stability as Global Peace Falls
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Christopher Lane
• 4 mins read
The 2026 Global Peace Index highlights Iceland, New Zealand and Switzerland as leading destinations for travelers seeking stability, safety and lower conflict risk.
British Tourist Charged in Dubai Over Missile Strike Videos
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
A British tourist is among more than 20 people charged in Dubai under cybercrime laws after allegedly filming and sharing videos of Iranian missile strikes.
U.S. Lifts Mexico Travel Restrictions as Flights Return to Normal
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
The U.S. has lifted temporary restrictions in Mexico after recent unrest, with flights resuming normal schedules and embassies operating as usual.
Traveling to Mexico? What Tourists Need to Know After Cartel Violence Erupts
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Authorities urge travelers in parts of Mexico to shelter in place after cartel violence disrupts flights and road access in key destinations.
Royal Caribbean Extends Labadee Suspension Through 2026 Amid Ongoing Haiti Safety Concerns
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
Royal Caribbean has canceled all visits to its private destination in Labadee, Haiti, through the end of 2026, citing ongoing security risks and shifting affected itineraries to alternative Caribbean ports.
Thailand–Cambodia Border Clash: What Travelers Need to Know as Tensions Rise
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Escalating clashes along the Thailand–Cambodia border are prompting new travel advisories, land border closures, and safety concerns. Here’s what travelers should know before planning a trip.