Booking.com Offers 30 Percent Off Select Asia Hotels Through July 15
Booking.com launched a 30 percent discount promotion for hotels across Japan Thailand and Vietnam on May 18. The sale covers 12,000 properties and runs until July 15 2026 for stays through September. Average nightly rates start at 68 USD after discount in Tokyo and Bangkok.
United States Expands Preclearance Program to Dublin and Amsterdam Airports
The United States will open new preclearance facilities at Dublin and Amsterdam airports by October 2026. Passengers will complete immigration and customs before boarding flights to any U.S. destination. The expansion adds 12 daily flights eligible for the program.
Canada Issues Volcano Warning for Travelers to Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula
Canada updated its travel advisory for Iceland on May 21 citing ongoing volcanic activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula. The alert level moved to avoid non-essential travel near Grindavik and the Blue Lagoon area. Eruptions have occurred four times since 2023 disrupting road access and flights.
Lufthansa Adds Five Weekly Frankfurt to Manila Flights Starting September
Lufthansa will launch five weekly nonstop flights between Frankfurt and Manila from September 2026. The new service uses Airbus A350 aircraft with 288 seats in three classes. Philippine tourism officials expect the route to increase European arrivals by 25 percent.
Mexico Waives Visa Requirement for Brazilian Nationals From June 2026
Mexico will eliminate visa requirements for Brazilian passport holders starting June 15 2026. The policy shift follows bilateral talks aimed at boosting tourism and trade between the two nations. Brazilian travelers gain easier access to Mexico's beaches and cultural sites without prior embassy visits.
Emirates Adds Fifth Daily Flight on Dubai to London Heathrow Route
Emirates will operate a fifth daily flight between Dubai and London Heathrow from October 1. The additional service uses an Airbus A380 with 615 seats. Business travellers gain more flexible departure times during the busy autumn season.
Australia and Indonesia Agree New Border Pre-Clearance at Bali Airport
Australia and Indonesia signed a border pre-clearance agreement at Denpasar Airport effective August 1. Australian officers will screen passengers before departure to Sydney and Melbourne. Processing times are expected to drop by 35 minutes on average.
Kenya Adds Malaria Vaccine Requirement for All Incoming Travellers
Kenya will require proof of malaria vaccination for all international arrivals beginning July 1. The RTS,S vaccine must be administered at least 14 days before entry. The rule applies regardless of origin country or length of stay.
Peru Opens New Amazon Canopy Walkway in Madre de Dios
Peru inaugurated a 1.8-kilometer canopy walkway in the Madre de Dios region on May 19. The structure reaches 45 meters above the rainforest floor and connects three lodges. Visitors gain new access to previously restricted biodiversity hotspots.
EU Launches 15 Percent Rail Pass Discount for Summer Interrail
The European Union introduced a 15 percent discount on all Interrail Global Passes purchased before June 30. The promotion covers travel in 33 countries through September 15. Passengers can save up to 180 euros on a one-month adult pass priced at 1,020 euros.
Japan Issues New Safety Alert for Mount Fuji Climbing Season
Japan's meteorological agency raised the volcanic alert level for Mount Fuji to two on May 20. Climbers must carry helmets and check daily bulletins before ascending any trail. The warning affects the July to September climbing window used by 300,000 visitors annually.
United Airlines Launches Daily Chicago to Seoul Nonstop Service
United Airlines will operate daily nonstop flights between Chicago O'Hare and Seoul Incheon starting September 15. The route uses Boeing 787-9 aircraft with 257 seats in three classes. Business travellers gain direct access to South Korea's tech and automotive hubs.