Hong Kong is accelerating high-end marina developments, yacht berthing capacity and cross-border sailing schemes in a bid to reposition itself as a luxury maritime gateway at the centre of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Get the latest news straight to your inbox! Strategic Push to Capture the Luxury Yacht Market Policy documents and recent

Traveling to the UK will still cost a little more. The British government has confirmed that from the April 8, 2026 the price of theETA, the Electronic Travel Authorization, will go up from 16 to 20 pounds. We are not talking about an actual visa, but that electronic authorization now required for a great many

Travellers heading to Hong Kong are being warned to think carefully about what they carry on their phones, as the city’s rapidly expanding national security framework raises fears that a routine stop at the airport could escalate into a demand to unlock devices or risk serious legal jeopardy. Get the latest news straight to your

The US has issued an urgent travel warning after the Hong Kong government ushered in expanded national security laws that make it illegal to refuse to unlock electronic devices for authorities. Effective this week, any passengers — including US citizens — arriving or transiting through Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) can face immediate imprisonment for

Image credit: Michelin Guide The Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2026 is here, and the culinary world is buzzing. Every year, the Guide does more than hand out stars. It tells the story of a region where food is serious business and endlessly creative. From sizzling street stalls to ultra-refined fine dining, Hong Kong

Few city breaks pack as much punch as a long weekend in Hong Kong or Singapore. Both are compact, hyper-efficient Asian hubs with great flight connections from around the world. Each promises polished transport, legendary food, glossy skylines and enough diversions to fill several days. Yet the feel of the two cities is very different.

National Geographic India has announced a new two-episode travel series titled Postcards from Hong Kong, featuring Ridhi Dogra exploring a different perspective of Hong Kong beyond its familiar skyline and urban image. The series premieres on March 28 at 8 PM on National Geographic Channel and will also stream on JioHotstar. Ridhi Dogra fronts National

If you’re traveling to or even through Hong Kong, this is at least something to be aware of (thanks to @istrakhov for flagging this)… Hong Kong implements strict new electronics search law The United States Department of State has warned Americans about new rules that have just been implemented in Hong Kong, related to the

Hong Kong has introduced new national security rules that make it a criminal offence to refuse to hand over passwords for phones, laptops and other devices during national security investigations, a move that is prompting fresh concern among travellers transiting the city’s busy international airport. Get the latest news straight to your inbox! New Amendments

With its rugged volcanic landscapes and gleaming turquoise waters, the Portugese island of Madeira is often thought of as the ‘Hawaii of Europe’ (albeit with much more rain). And over the past few years, more and more Brits have cottoned on to its beauty.  Reflecting the island’s growing popularity (at the start of the year, TripAdvisor revealed

National Geographic India announces Postcards from Hong Kong in its new Postcards Series. A two-episode travel series featuring Ridhi Dogra explores the city’s landscapes, cultural depth, and energy, premiering 28 March at 8 PM. Told through the eyes of an Indian traveller, Postcards from Hong Kong, produced by National Geographic Creative Works, offers a perspective

Seven people have been injured, four critically, in a fire and explosions at a recycling yard in Hong Kong, forcing the evacuation of 300 people, including students and teachers on a nearby school trip. The blaze broke out at 11.01am on Thursday in a recycling yard at the junction of Ting Kok Road and Fung

By&nbspFakhriya M. Suleiman Published on 27/03/2026 – 7:00 GMT+1•Updated 7:16 US-based residential cruise company Fabled Voyages has announced a soon-to-launch “Pets Onboard” programme that will allow residents to be able to live with their furry companions. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The move comes as the cruise company seeks to address a “key barrier” to long-term travel by

Published on 26/03/2026 – 16:16 GMT+1 A team of British scientists has achieved what they say is the first-ever plasma ignition inside a nuclear fusion rocket engine – a huge step that could one day make trips across the solar system, and to Mars, much faster. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Pulsar Fusion revealed the milestone during a

by Gary Leff on March 26, 2026 Even if you’re just transiting Hong Kong airport, as of this week it’s now a crime not to give authorities passwords and other assistance to access your devices. The U.S. Department of State has issued a warning. I would beware travel on Cathay Pacific, even to destinations beyond

The U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs issued an urgent security alert on Thursday warning American citizens in Iran to be prepared to shelter in place amid rising tensions across the Middle East. The warning comes as regional tensions continue to escalate, prompting a wider U.S. government effort to alert Americans abroad about increasing

Security Alert: Refusal to Give the Government Passwords to Personal Mobile Device Criminalized in Hong Kong – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau Skip to main content An official website of the United States government Here’s how you know  Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the

Cathay Pacific Airways has notified travel agents and corporate customers that it will lift its passenger fuel surcharge by 34 per cent on all tickets issued from 1 April 2026. The levy on long-haul itineraries will jump from HK$1,164 to HK$1,560, while medium-haul surcharges will climb to HK$725 and short-haul to HK$389. It is the

Air travel across Asia faced fresh disruption this week as more than 70 flights were cancelled on regional routes, affecting services operated by Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, Singapore Airlines and other major carriers on busy corridors linking Jakarta, Bali, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Taipei and Hong Kong. Get the latest news straight to

In 2026, the rules for Ukrainians moving to the UK continue to change: some programs are no longer accepting new applications, while new mechanisms for extending residency status are being introduced. The main focus is now on legalizing one’s stay and switching to other types of visas. Learn more about current ways to move to