EU Introduces New ETIAS Pre-Approval for UK Travelers
The European Union launched mandatory ETIAS pre-approval for UK citizens on June 1. Applications cost 7 euros and are valid for three years. Processing takes up to 96 hours for most applicants.
WHO Updates Yellow Fever Vaccine Rules for Brazil Travel
The World Health Organization revised yellow fever vaccine recommendations for Brazil. Travelers must now show proof of vaccination for entry into 12 states. The update takes effect July 15, 2026.
Peru Opens New Sustainable Entrance to Machu Picchu
Peru inaugurated a new sustainable entrance at Machu Picchu on June 1. The facility includes solar power and limits daily visitors to 4,500. It replaces the aging main gate used since 1990.
Ryanair Launches 49 EUR Fares on 150 Mediterranean Routes
Ryanair released 49 euro one-way fares across 150 routes to Spain, Italy and Greece. The sale covers travel from June 20 through September 30. Seats are limited and must be booked by June 20.
Indonesia Raises Travel Advisory to Level 4 for Mount Merapi Region
Indonesia raised its travel advisory to Level 4 for areas within 10 km of Mount Merapi. The alert follows increased seismic activity recorded since May 28. Authorities have closed hiking trails and evacuated 4,200 residents.
Lufthansa Adds Daily Frankfurt to Auckland Nonstop Flight
Lufthansa will operate daily nonstop service between Frankfurt and Auckland beginning October 15. The route uses new Airbus A350-900 aircraft with 329 seats. It becomes the first direct European link to New Zealand since 2020.
China Extends Multiple-Entry Visas to Five Years for US Citizens
China announced five-year multiple-entry visas for US passport holders effective August 1. The policy replaces the previous one-year limit and applies to tourism and business travel. It aims to boost bilateral tourism flows after years of restrictions.
South Korea Simplifies Visa for Indian Nationals Starting July
South Korea will introduce a simplified e-visa for Indian passport holders from July 1. Processing drops to three days with a 90-day stay allowance. The change targets a 40 percent rise in Indian tourist arrivals.
CDC Updates Malaria Prevention Guidelines for East Africa Travel
The CDC revised malaria prophylaxis recommendations for Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda effective June 2026. Atovaquone-proguanil remains first-line while tafenoquine gains expanded approval. Travelers must obtain prescriptions before departure.
New Zealand Opens Five New Great Walks Huts in Fiordland
New Zealand unveiled five new eco-huts along the Milford and Routeburn tracks on June 1. Each hut sleeps 40 guests and features solar power and composting toilets. The openings increase capacity by 25 percent for the popular trails.
EasyJet Cuts Fares to 99 EUR on 200 European Routes This Summer
EasyJet launched a summer sale with one-way fares from 99 EUR across 200 routes. The promotion runs until June 20 for travel between July and September. Popular city pairs include London to Barcelona and Berlin to Rome.
US and Canada Expand Joint Border Preclearance to Six New Airports
Six additional Canadian airports will host US preclearance facilities from September. The expansion covers Halifax, Winnipeg, Edmonton and three regional hubs. Travelers will clear US immigration before departure, cutting arrival delays.