ROYAL FAMILY NEWS Source: MEGA Meghan Markle and Prince Harry set to travel to the United Kingdom this summer for a pre-Invictus Games event. Jan. 11 2026, Published 11:14 a.m. ET Article continues below advertisement Article continues below advertisement Prince Harry Won Government-Funded U.K. Security Source: MEGA The 2027 Invictus Games are set to be

Congestion in Kowloon has been a massive pain in the neck for time immemorial, but you can now breathe easy – a new bypass between Yau Ma Tei and Kowloon Bay opened on December 21, and it’s making motoring and commuting much faster than before. As part of a greater infrastructure revamp that’s designed to

Hong Kong’s tourism sector entered 2025 with cautious optimism and exited the year with renewed confidence, albeit one tempered by structural shifts in traveller behaviour and regional competition. Official figures from the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) show that the city welcomed approximately 45 million visitor arrivals in the first 11 months of 2025, exceeding

Published on January 12, 2026 The Hong Kong International Travel Expo (ITE), regarded as the premier trade fair of the Asian tourism industry, is going to hold its 2026 edition at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from June 11 to 14. This year the event, which is now celebrating its 40th anniversary, encompasses

If Hong Kong’s Transport Department couldn’t see that road signs needed to be at eye level when it opened the Yau Ma Tei section of the Central Kowloon Bypass, it makes sense that it couldn’t anticipate the increased demand for test-free driving licences with the launch of the southbound travel scheme. Under the scheme, drivers

Image credit: Wallace Wang/Unsplash Don’t forget to buckle up! Passengers will now be required to wear seatbelts on bus rides or face hefty fines and even imprisonment. While some of us already strap in for dear life on minibus rides, it often slips our minds on other buses. The new seat belt rule for Hong

Home » CHINA TRAVEL NEWS » Hong Kong High-Speed Rail Expands Services to Sixteen New Cities, Boosting Access to Key Economic and Cultural Centers Across Eastern China Published on January 12, 2026 Hong Kong High-Speed Rail is expanding its services to sixteen new cities starting January 26, significantly boosting access to key economic and cultural

Home » United Kingdom Travel News » United Kingdom Unveils Stunning Budget-Friendly Travel Train Journeys Across Captivating Landscapes Offering Scenic Escapes and Unforgettable Experiences Published on January 11, 2026 The United Kingdom is offering travelers an exceptional opportunity to explore its stunning landscapes through affordable and scenic train journeys. From the industrial heartlands of Sheffield

Pet animals are often the panacea that melts away our stress and anxiety. However, they become a headache when we are planning a long trip or a dream holiday. Most pet parents worry about their pet’s safety and comfort, even when they make alternate arrangements. They might even consider taking their pets along with them

Home » EUROPE » France Joins Italy, Spain, Hungary, Netherlands, Czech Republic, United Kingdom And Iceland as Incredible Travel Destination: Explore Europe’s Best-Kept Secrets Now! Published on January 10, 2026 Europe is home to some of the most breathtaking travel destinations, and this year, France joins Italy, Spain, Hungary, Netherlands, Czech Republic, the

Published on January 10, 2026 A severe cold snap and heavy snowfall are set to hit the United Kingdom in the coming days, with temperatures plummeting as low as -8°C in parts of Scotland and snowfall accumulating up to 28cm in areas like Cairngorms National Park. As the country faces a week of wintry weather,

Home » United Kingdom Travel News » United Kingdom Braces for Another Harsh Weekend as Storm Goretti Leaves Behind Power Outages, Travel Chaos, and Dangerous Weather Conditions Published on January 10, 2026 The United Kingdom is grappling with the devastating aftermath of Storm Goretti, which has left the country facing fierce winds, record-breaking snowfall, and

The United Kingdom’s Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme completed its ‘soft-launch’ at 00:01 GMT on 8 January 2026 and is now a compulsory pre-travel clearance for every non-visa national, including citizens of the EU/EEA, United States, Canada, Australia and Japan.([visahq.com](https://www.visahq.com/news/2026-01-08/gb/uk-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta-becomes-compulsory-at-0001-gmt-on-8-january-2026/)) An ETA costs £16, is valid for two years (or until the passport expires) and can

Home » Airlines News of UK » Air Mauritius Extends London Heathrow Suspension Until 2027, Reshaping Mauritius–United Kingdom Travel and Tourism Links Published on January 10, 2026 The long standing air bridge between Mauritius and the United Kingdom continues to undergo a period of structural change, as Air Mauritius remains absent from London Heathrow Airport,

Home » Hong Kong News » Hong Kong Visitors Flock to Free Independent Travel with ITE 2025 Revealing Strong Preference for FIT with 72% Choosing It for Long-Haul Trips Published on January 10, 2026 Hong Kong visitors are increasingly opting for Free Independent Travel (FIT), and the latest ITE 2025 survey sheds light on this

Hong Kong has a world to offer beyond the skyscrapers (Picture: Getty Images) One spoonful of caster-sugar-dusted bean curd from a sidewalk stall in Sham Shui Po, Peking duck glistening to my left, a businessman sprinting past with milk tea to my right, and suddenly, Hong Kong makes perfect sense. It’s the kind of place

Home » TRAVEL NEWS » Hong Kong Year of the Horse Celebrations Unveil Dazzling Floats, Global Performances, and Citywide Festivities to Welcome Chinese New Year Published on January 10, 2026 Hong Kong is gearing up to welcome the Year of the Horse with one of the world’s most vibrant and exciting Chinese New Year celebrations.

Home » VISA AND PASSPORT NEWS » United States Joins Canada, UK, Australia, Germany, Japan in Updating Visa Fees as USCIS Reveals H‑1B, F‑1, L‑1 Price Changes Published on January 10, 2026 The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a sweeping update to visa processing fees affecting some of the most commonly

By Hoang Vu   &nbspJanuary 9, 2026 | 12:32 am PT Passengers wait to be checked-in at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo by AFP A woman and two teenagers traveling to the U.S. and Canada were arrested on Tuesday at Hong Kong International Airport after suspected pepper spray canisters and brass knuckles were found in