Qatar Airways Adds Daily Doha to Auckland Nonstop Service
Qatar Airways will launch daily nonstop flights between Doha and Auckland beginning July 15. The new route uses Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with 354 seats. It becomes the carrier's longest flight at 16 hours and 40 minutes.
Brazil Extends Visa-Free Stays for South Korean Nationals Through 2027
Brazil has extended visa-free entry for South Korean passport holders until December 2027. The policy allows stays of up to 90 days per visit with multiple entries permitted. This change supports growing tourism and business ties between the two nations.
Mexico Extends 180-Day Visa-Free Stay for Colombian Citizens
Mexico extended visa-free stays for Colombian passport holders to 180 days from June 1. The previous limit was 90 days. Officials cite strong tourism recovery and cultural ties.
Thailand Requires Yellow Fever Vaccination Proof for African Arrivals
Thailand will enforce yellow fever vaccination certificates for all arrivals from 12 African nations starting June 10. The rule follows WHO recommendations after recent outbreaks. Unvaccinated passengers face quarantine or entry denial.
Norway Opens New Sustainable Fjord Visitor Centre in Geiranger
Norway inaugurated the Geiranger Fjord Sustainable Centre on May 28. The facility limits daily visitors to 6,000 to protect UNESCO status. Electric ferries and timed entry slots are now mandatory.
Ryanair Launches €19 One-Way Fares on 80 New European Routes
Ryanair opened bookings for €19 one-way fares across 80 new routes on May 30. The sale covers travel from September through March 2027. Seats are limited and must be booked by June 15.
Schengen Area Launches Unified E-Entry System for All Visitors
The EU will activate its long-delayed Entry/Exit System on September 1. All non-EU travelers must register biometrics at external borders. The system replaces manual stamping across 29 countries.
Australia Raises Travel Advisory for Papua New Guinea to Level 3
Australia upgraded its Papua New Guinea advisory to Level 3 on May 29. The change cites rising tribal violence and kidnapping risks in the Highlands. Travelers are urged to reconsider all but essential trips.
Lufthansa Adds Daily Frankfurt to Manila Nonstop Flights
Lufthansa will operate daily nonstop flights between Frankfurt and Manila from July 1. The new route uses Airbus A350-900 aircraft with 288 seats. Philippine tourism officials expect 180,000 additional visitors annually.
Canada Extends 5-Year Multiple-Entry Visas to Chinese Nationals
Canada will issue 5-year multiple-entry visas to Chinese applicants starting June 15. The policy replaces single-entry options for most tourist and business travelers. Frequent visitors gain major cost and time savings on repeat trips.
Japan Scraps Visa Fees for Citizens of 12 ASEAN and Pacific Nations
Japan eliminated visa application fees for citizens of 12 ASEAN and Pacific Island nations effective 1 June 2026. The waiver covers tourist and business visits up to 90 days. Officials aim to increase regional visitor numbers by 15 percent.
Australia Requires Hepatitis A Vaccine for All Arrivals
Australia will mandate proof of Hepatitis A vaccination for all international arrivals from 1 July 2026. The requirement follows a nationwide outbreak linked to imported food. Unvaccinated travellers must receive the shot at least 14 days before entry.