Beginning in 2024, the United Kingdom will introduce an entry fee for tourists. The UK government confirmed the development of this new fee policy this week, along with announcing the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) implementation dates, CNN reported. This tax measure aligns with the trend of entry fees for visa-exempt travelers observed in the U.S.… Continue reading UK to Introduce Electronic Travel Authorization and Entry Fee for Tourists in 2024
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Thieves Steal Couple’s Car as Husband Drowns While Snorkeling in Hawaii
A California couple’s romantic honeymoon abruptly ended after the husband drowned during a snorkeling excursion. Steven Phan, 49, and his wife were snorkeling off the shore of Electric Beach in Oahu on June 1 when he disappeared underwater, according to KITV4. Phan was eventually pulled to shore by a spear diver where bystanders performed CPR. He… Continue reading Thieves Steal Couple’s Car as Husband Drowns While Snorkeling in Hawaii
Summer Travel Nightmare: Unsanitary Planes Riddled with Blood, Feces, and No Cleaning Supplies
You may want to think twice before you embark on your summer travels. Rosa Sanchez, an airplane cabin cleaner for Swissport at Logan Airport in Boston, has revealed the distressing truth about the conditions on planes during this busy season. Staffing issues, time constraints, and shortages of cleaning equipment have resulted in planes that are… Continue reading Summer Travel Nightmare: Unsanitary Planes Riddled with Blood, Feces, and No Cleaning Supplies
Lawmakers Want To Change Obama Rule on Airlines Advertising Full Airfare Prices
In a massive bill covering the Federal Aviation Administration, lawmakers are considering repealing a rule from the Obama administration that requires airlines to show the full airfare prices of a ticket upfront in advertising, as well as adjusting training requirements for airline pilots, among other changes. As the Associated Press reported Monday, a 773-page proposal… Continue reading Lawmakers Want To Change Obama Rule on Airlines Advertising Full Airfare Prices
Travel Experiences Expose the Second-Class Treatment of Puerto Ricans by the US
In a series of recent incidents, individuals faced discrimination and mistreatment while traveling within different parts of the United States. These incidents included being denied prepaid car rentals, barred from purchasing drinks at a grocery store and even prevented from boarding flights. Shockingly, these individuals were all American citizens hailing from Puerto Rico, a territory… Continue reading Travel Experiences Expose the Second-Class Treatment of Puerto Ricans by the US
Woman Commutes to Work by Plane To Avoid High Rent in New York and New Jersey
The cost of living is rising all over the United States. Commuting to work is another layer of stress. But would you be willing to fly from one state to another each week for a job? For one woman, Sophia Celentano, the stress is worth it. She hopes to make connections in her industry and… Continue reading Woman Commutes to Work by Plane To Avoid High Rent in New York and New Jersey
Australian Traveler Denied Entry to Bali Over Tiny Passport Tear
An Australian traveler found himself in hot water after he was denied entry into Indonesia for his friend’s wedding. Matt Vandenberg was traveling from Sydney to Bali on June 6 to celebrate his close friend’s wedding. Unfortunately, when he arrived in Denpasar, he was denied from entering the Indonesian country due to a tiny tear… Continue reading Australian Traveler Denied Entry to Bali Over Tiny Passport Tear
Blind Passengers Ordered To Leave Cruise Ship, Expressing Humiliation and Feeling Like Criminals
A cruise ship company recently ordered two blind passengers to leave a ship before it set sail. The passengers, Pam May and Jennie Bailie told ITV News they were asked to leave a P&O Cruises Ventura ship in May for “health and safety reasons” and said it was “humiliating” and that they “felt like criminals.”… Continue reading Blind Passengers Ordered To Leave Cruise Ship, Expressing Humiliation and Feeling Like Criminals
Radio DJ Creates His Own Country In A California Desert
Randy ‘R Dub!’ Williams, a renowned DJ specializing in late-night slow jams, has undertaken an extraordinary endeavor. Having traversed nearly every nation on the planet, Williams found himself faced with a novel idea—establishing his own sovereign state upon exhausting the list of United Nations-recognized countries. Thus, the inception of the Republic of Slowjamastan came to… Continue reading Radio DJ Creates His Own Country In A California Desert
United Airlines Enhances In-Flight Experience With 4K Displays and Bluetooth Connectivity
United Airlines has significantly enhanced its flying experience for its passengers, particularly those in economy class. The airline has reached an agreement with Panasonic Avionics to install nearly 300,000 units of the company’s Astrova in-flight entertainment screens on select new Boeing 787 and Airbus A321XLR aircraft. While this development may not provide wider seats or… Continue reading United Airlines Enhances In-Flight Experience With 4K Displays and Bluetooth Connectivity
Florence To Ban Airbnb To Encourage Permanent Residence
To curb the proliferation of Airbnb and similar short-term rental platforms, the picturesque city of Florence in Italy has joined a number of other European cities in implementing measures to ban residential properties in its historic center from being used for short-term rentals, Reuters reported on June 2. Mayor Dario Nardella recently made an announcement… Continue reading Florence To Ban Airbnb To Encourage Permanent Residence
Debunked: Sweden Is Not Hosting a ‘Sex Championship’ Despite Rumors
Recent reports suggesting that Sweden is on the verge of introducing sexual intercourse as a registered sport have sparked controversy and spread like wildfire. Claims of a sex championship scheduled for June 8 in Gothenburg have captured the attention of millions worldwide. However, reputable Swedish news agencies have confirmed that these reports are entirely unfounded.… Continue reading Debunked: Sweden Is Not Hosting a ‘Sex Championship’ Despite Rumors
Why Slovenia Is the Best Destination for Backpacking Gap Years
Ten-plus years of primary and secondary education can definitely leave young adults burnt out and exhausted. To combat this seemingly inevitable burnout, more high school graduates are embarking on gap years. A year-long break to claim their freedom and independence, gap years dedicated to backpacking internationally have grown in popularity. With more young adult travelers… Continue reading Why Slovenia Is the Best Destination for Backpacking Gap Years
Aviation Industry Confronts Growing Challenges of Passenger Sizes and Cabin Space
The aviation industry is confronting a critical issue as the dimensions and weights of passengers continue to evolve. Ensuring the safety of airplanes relies on safeguarding the delicate balance of weight load and distribution. With people’s average heights and weights undergoing changes over time, it becomes imperative to closely monitor this situation. In a recent… Continue reading Aviation Industry Confronts Growing Challenges of Passenger Sizes and Cabin Space
Couple Charged $650 For Two Drinks And Pasta, Greek Restaurant Accused Of Overcharging
While visiting Greece on vacation from Honduras, one couple encountered a crazy restaurant bill that almost ruined their trip. Tourist Oscar Maldonado and his boyfriend were charged $643 for two drinks and a bowl of lobster pasta at DK Oyster in Mykonos, Greece. The couple told The Mirror that although the service was good, the… Continue reading Couple Charged $650 For Two Drinks And Pasta, Greek Restaurant Accused Of Overcharging