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The US State Department and Australia's DFAT maintain strict Do Not Travel warnings for Iraq, including Kurdistan, citing volatile regional security.
Iraq continues to welcome millions of religious pilgrims to Najaf and Karbala via regulated security corridors. Strict transit and visa rules apply.
Iraq continues to run commercial passenger flights via Baghdad and Erbil, though security checkpoints have been tightened on interprovincial highways.
Hong Kong welcomed 26.71 million visitors in H1 2026, marking a 13% year-on-year rise. Mainland China led with 20.56 million arrivals, while long-haul markets grew.
Cathay Pacific and HK Express issue flight alerts and ticket waivers as Tropical Storm Noul threatens Hong Kong International Airport between July 25-27, 2026.
Cyngor Gwynedd will enforce 20 new Traffic Regulation Orders starting July 27, 2026, banning overnight parking and campervans in Llanberis, Aber Falls, and Nant Gwynant.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 drives an economic output exceeding 47 billion USD, sparking a tourism surge in host cities and participating nations like Curaçao.
Islands like Culebra, St. Lucia, Praslin, and Porto Santo lead a global tourism shift toward wellness therapies, private cruise cay features, and eco-parks.
Etihad Airways has announced plans to resume flight operations to Nigeria following aviation talks between airline executives and Minister Festus Keyamo.
We analyze the value difference between Emirates Airbus A380 Premium Economy and Business Class cabins for long-haul routes.
The Economist Intelligence Unit's 2026 index ranks Copenhagen, Vienna, and Melbourne as the world's most liveable cities, setting urban design standards.
Edinburgh has launched a 5% accommodation charge for overnight stays starting July 24, 2026. The landmark UK visitor levy is capped at five nights.
