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“Can we see Elsa now?” Cleo asked as our tour guide led us towards the World of Frozen expansion. This mini-land is created to look like the town centre of Arendelle, nestled beneath a replica of the North Mountain which Elsa flees to in the first movie. Cleo, 4, was excited to visit World of

A 65-year-old woman with a valid British passport and tourist visa was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) along with her 66-year-old husband for 45 days as they were trying to leave the United States at the end of their vacation. Karen Newton told her story to The Guardian and issued a stark

The island of Anglesey was once known as the bread basket of Wales, or as ‘Mam Cymru’, the Mother of Wales. In medieval times, Anglesey’s rich, fertile soil grew enough produce to nourish the entire nation. These days, it still has some of the finest food that Wales has to offer (and supplies some of the finest sea salt

Mumbai airport recently witnessed a quiet milestone when Topshe, a cat, became Akasa Air’s 10,000th pet traveller. The moment captured the growing ease of pet travel in India, a sector still not without logistical challenges. Akasa Air, launched in August 2022, may be new to the aviation space, but the numbers do give a snapshot

Global mobility managers received final confirmation today that the transition period for the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme ends at 00:01 GMT on 25 February 2026. From that moment airlines will refuse carriage to any non-visa national who has not secured an ETA, and carriers will face civil penalties if they carry ineligible passengers.

Sarah Byron was shocked to learn her Canadian passport will soon be useless to enter the United Kingdom. As a dual British Canadian citizen living in Montreal who emigrated to Canada in the 1970s, she has regularly travelled back to England at least once a year. But under new U.K. rules starting Feb. 25, all

Home » Vietnam Travel News » Thailand Joins South Korea, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Others in Asia Propelling Tourism Boom Across Vietnam with a Surge in Tourist Arrival within First Three Days of New Year 2026: All You Need to Know Published on February 21, 2026 Image generated with Ai Lunar New Year (Tet)

Home » VISA AND PASSPORT NEWS » Nigeria and Grenada Overtake China, United States, United Kingdom, Egypt, South Africa, and More in an Unprecedented Citizenship-by-Investment Surge, Revolutionizing Global Mobility and Travel in 2025 Published on February 21, 2026 Image generated with Ai In a groundbreaking shift, Nigeria and Grenada have emerged as the

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email The U.S. has the unfortunate distinction of being the only major tourist destination that saw a decline in visitors in 2025, and it looks like that trend will continue into 2026,

Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Hong Kong Airlines Cabin Crew Salary Soars in 2026: What’s Behind the Big Pay Rise for Flight Attendants? Published on February 21, 2026 Image generated with Ai Hong Kong Airlines, renowned for its modern fleet and exceptional service, is making headlines in 2026 with a remarkable boost in cabin crew

Home » Japan Travel News » Travel Advisory for Hong Kong Visitors in Japan: Sapporo, Hokkaido, and Kyoto Safety Updates You Must Consider Before Your Trip Published on February 21, 2026 Image generated with Ai In a growing concern for tourism safety, Japanese authorities are being urged to reinforce protection for Hong Kong travellers to

Regional stock-exchange calendars remind investors that the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is closed through 19 February for Lunar New Year and will reopen on Friday, 20 February. The closure coincides with trading halts on Shanghai, Shenzhen, Singapore and Bursa Malaysia, although Tokyo remains open. (livemint.com) For mobility stakeholders, the holiday blackout affects currency hedging and

Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Emirates Elevates East Asia Travel with Expanded A380 Flights: New Routes to Hong Kong and Guangzhou Offer Unmatched Comfort and Luxury Published on February 21, 2026 Image generated with Ai Emirates Airlines is making significant strides to enhance its long-haul offerings in East Asia by increasing the number of Airbus

Hong Kong Airlines (HX) is a full-service carrier headquartered in Hong Kong, operating an extensive network of regional and international routes across Asia and Australia. Known for its modern fleet, hospitable service, and strategic position in East Asia, the airline places a strong emphasis on onboard comfort and customer experience. Cabin crew serve as frontline

Home » TOURISM NEWS » Spain Overtakes France, United Kingdom, United States, Switzerland and More, Breaking New Records in Global Tourism Revenue in 2025 Published on February 20, 2026 Image generated with Ai In a stunning turn of events, Spain has emerged as the new leader in global tourism revenue, surpassing giants like

With less than a week before new UK border rules take effect, an emotional case reported by The Guardian on 20 February 2026 has highlighted the headaches facing an estimated 250,000 Australian residents who also hold—or are entitled to—British citizenship. From 25 February dual nationals must enter the United Kingdom on a valid British passport

Published on February 21, 2026 Image generated with Ai The landscape of international mobility is being fundamentally reshaped as the United Kingdom prepares for a monumental shift in its border management. By the year 2026, the traditional reliance on physical documentation for immigration purposes will be entirely phased out. This transition toward UK visa changes

The United Kingdom’s long-trailed transformation to a fully digital border finally becomes a reality next week. From 00:01 GMT on 25 February 2026, all carriers will be required to verify that visa-exempt travellers bound for the UK hold an approved Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they board. Airport and seaport systems will ping UK Visas

Dean Heather Sheardown (centre) with McMaster University alumni in Hong Kong. By Shruthi Raghuraman, OIA Intern (Communication) Posted on February 20, 2026 Dean of Engineering, Heather Sheardown recently visited Hong Kong to connect with the University’s local alumni and partners. The visit was an opportunity to catch up with the McMaster community in the Asia-Pacific region and to see firsthand

Scouted selects products independently. If you purchase something from our posts, we may earn a small commission. I have to admit: I had no idea what was in store for me when I traveled from Los Angeles to Hong Kong for the first time last month. I was hosted by the Hong Kong Tourism Board