Turkey and Greece Agree New Land Border Crossing at Kastanies
Turkey and Greece opened a new land border crossing at Kastanies on June 20. The facility operates 24 hours daily and processes up to 2,000 vehicles per day. The crossing reduces travel time between Istanbul and Thessaloniki by 90 minutes.
Australia Introduces Yellow Fever Certificate Requirement for South American Arrivals
Australia will require yellow fever vaccination certificates from all arrivals from Brazil, Colombia and Peru starting August 1. The rule applies to passengers who have transited those countries within the previous six days. Non-compliant travellers face quarantine or denial of entry.
Norway Opens New Arctic Fjord Hiking Area to International Visitors
Norway opened the remote Finnmarksvidda plateau trails to foreign hikers on June 15. The 180-kilometre network requires advance permits for overnight stays. The opening adds new trekking options north of the Arctic Circle.
Air Canada Cuts Toronto to Tokyo Fares 18 Percent for September Travel
Air Canada reduced round-trip economy fares from Toronto to Tokyo by 18 percent for September departures. The sale runs until June 30 and applies to flights on the new Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Prices start at 892 CAD including taxes.
US State Department Raises Mexico Travel Advisory to Level 3 for Five States
The US State Department upgraded travel advisories for Colima, Guerrero, Michoacán, Sinaloa and Tamaulipas to Level 3. The change cites increased crime and kidnapping risks in specific regions. Level 3 advises travellers to reconsider non-essential travel.
Japan Extends Visa-Free Entry to 45 Days for 12 European Nations
Japan will allow 45-day visa-free stays for citizens of 12 European countries from July 1. The change replaces the previous 30-day limit under reciprocal agreements. The policy aims to boost summer tourism recovery in regional destinations.
Qatar Airways Launches Daily Doha to Auckland Nonstop in October
Qatar Airways will operate daily nonstop flights from Doha to Auckland starting October 15. The route uses Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with 300 seats in a three-class configuration. Travellers gain a new one-stop option from Europe and the Middle East to New Zealand.
India Mandates Yellow Fever Vaccination for Arrivals from Select African Nations
India requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for travellers arriving from 12 African countries starting 1 July 2026. The rule closes a previous exemption loophole for transit passengers. Certificates must be issued at least 10 days before arrival.
Bhutan Opens New Eastern Trekking Region to Foreign Visitors
Bhutan will open the remote eastern district of Trashigang to international trekkers from 1 August 2026. The area features new trails through subtropical forests and ancient monasteries. Daily tourist numbers will be capped at 150 to protect biodiversity.
British Airways Cuts Transatlantic Fares 25 Percent for August Travel
British Airways reduced economy fares by 25 percent on all US routes for August 2026 travel. Return tickets from London to New York start at GBP 299 including taxes. The sale runs until 30 June and covers 12 US gateways.
EU Tightens External Border Checks for Non-Schengen Arrivals in July
The European Union will enforce enhanced biometric checks at all external borders from 15 July 2026. Non-Schengen travellers must provide fingerprints and facial scans on entry. The system aims to reduce overstays estimated at 700,000 annually.
Spain Issues Flood Safety Warning for Valencia Region Through September
Spanish authorities raised flood risk alerts for Valencia province until 30 September 2026. Heavy rainfall forecasts exceed 150 mm in 24 hours across coastal and inland areas. The warning follows last year’s deadly flash floods that killed 12 people.