A backpacker traveled around Australia for free by pet-sitting — and has saved thousands of dollars doing it. Hailey Learmonth headed to Australia in January 2023 after Googling “how to travel for free,” as SWNS reported. For over a year, Learmonth looked after people’s pets in exchange for staying in their homes for free, for

The United States Embassy in Romania has announced a new change for all non-immigrant visa applicants. Effective April 7, this year, all nonimmigrant visa applicants must present a printed copy of the confirmation page with barcode to show that they used the same DS-160 application form to schedule their appointment. Before their interview, applicants must

The United Kingdom has introduced the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), a new digital system designed to enhance border security and streamline entry procedures for visa-exempt travelers. Effective from April 2, 2025, the ETA is now mandatory for European nationals and other eligible travellers planning short stays in the UK. What is the ETA? A traveller’s

SINGTAO MTR will increase train frequencies on the East Rail Line and bolster bus services from Friday to Sunday amid public travel peaks during the Ching Ming Festival, with additional high-speed rail services to handle cross-boundary passenger demands. On Friday and Sunday, Trains between Sheung Shui and Admiralty on the East Rail Line will

As of today, Electronic Travel Authorisation (UK ETA) has become a mandatory requirement for visitors to the United Kingdom from Europe. A UK ETA is required if you are planning to cross the UK Border at an airport and “land” in the country. The requirement for an ETA for airside transfer has been suspended for

ITE Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR’s foremost international travel fair, makes a comeback this June. This massive trade event has been designated as a Mega Event by the Hong Kong government thanks to the way it has boosted travel and tourism in the post-pandemic experience. ITE Hong Kong 2025 is now on its fifth live

The United Kingdom has recently implemented significant changes to its Skilled Worker visa program, aiming to address labor market needs while ensuring fair treatment of international workers. These reforms, effective from April 9, 2025, focus on prioritizing domestic recruitment, preventing exploitation, and adjusting salary thresholds to reflect current economic conditions. Prioritising domestic recruitment Employers in

Image credit: Ryuno/Unsplash A year after suspending several direct routes to Hong Kong and Thailand as part of its restructuring plan, Vietnam Airlines has resumed regular flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Kong and added a new direct route from Bangkok to Da Nang. Marking its comeback, the inaugural flight, VN595, took off from

HONG KONG, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On 1st April, 2025, the inaugural flight ceremony of Cambodia Airways’ Phnom Penh – Hong Kong service was successfully held at Hong Kong International Airport. The event was graced by the presence of several notable guests, including Mr. Perry Yiu, MH, JP, Legislative Council Member (Tourism) of the Hong

Getting around Hong Kong is incredibly easy, thanks to its efficient and safe public transport system, which includes taxis, ferries, trains, buses and trams. Over the years, Hong Kong’s public transport system has been consistently ranked at the top worldwide thanks to its efficiency, affordability and accessibility compared with dozens of other thriving cities in

By VNA  &nbspMarch 31, 2025 | 06:07 pm PT A Vietnam Airlines aircraft prepares to land at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport. Photo by VnExpress/Giang Huy National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines resumed flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Kong on Monday and inaugurated a new direct route connecting Thailand’s Bangkok and Vietnam’s Da Nang

Hong Kong’s security chief has accused a former examinations official of spreading rumours about the recent death of a secondary school student during a study tour in mainland China. Secretary for Security Chris Tang. File photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. Social media page “Edu Lancet,” which describes itself as a platform for “voicing concerns” about the education

Read our full guide to the UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): who needs it, how long it’s valid and how to apply. ADVERTISEMENT The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system has officially expanded to European travellers. Starting 2 April 2025, all European visitors will need ETA approval – or, for some non-EU nationals, a

1st April 2025 – (Hong Kong) The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) has witnessed a remarkable surge in traffic during the first quarter of 2025, achieving record passenger and vehicle crossings since its inauguration in 2018. According to reports, the Zhuhai highway port processed a staggering 7.5 million passenger trips, reflecting a 23 per cent year-on-year

Entry to the United Kingdom from Wednesday only with authorisation Keystone-SDA Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence. From Wednesday, a passport will no longer be sufficient for travelling to the United Kingdom. Travellers from Switzerland will also need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA).

On 30 March, Cathay Pacific flight CX8100 flew over the city of Hong Kong at a low altitude in a celebratory event that commemorated the history of Kai Tak Airport, which was the city’s aviation hub before the new Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) opened. This year marks the centennial of Kai Tak Airport’s opening

The Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will be introduced for travel to the United Kingdom (UK) from April 2025 for citizens of all visa-free countries, including Hungary. The ETA has been introduced earlier to eligible non-European nationals last year, including visitors from the USA, Canada and Australia. From April this will be expanded also to European

Liverpool FC have confirmed plans for a pre-season tour in Asia this summer, with Arne Slot‘s squad taking part in games in Hong Kong and Japan ahead of the 2025/26 season. The Reds will play AC Milan in what will be the first football match to be played in the newly opened Kai Tak Stadium