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Phased Terminal 4 operations at Jeddah Airport.
In an effort to expand airport capacity and handle ongoing passenger traffic increases, Jeddah Airports Company has announced the gradual start of operations at Terminal 4 of King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) on September 27, 2026. On September 27, flights operated by Wizz Air, AJet, and SalamAir will move to Terminal 4 as part of the first phase of the…
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New US visa restrictions target commercial birth tourism networks.
A new visa restriction policy has been established by the United States that targets those engaged in or assisting commercial birth tourism, such as foreign medical professionals, birth tourism network operators, and visa intermediates. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the policy, stating that Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act is being used to impose the limits.…
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In Hong Kong, FCM introduces Meetings & Events services.
In order to assist companies with corporate meetings, events, and incentive travel, FCM Travel is growing its Meetings & Events (M&E) presence in Greater China by introducing M&E services in Hong Kong. Peter Chau has been appointed by FCM as Meetings & Events Manager, Hong Kong, with effect from September 1, 2026, as part of the expansion. Chau has almost…
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Belarus allows Indian nationals to apply for e-visas.
As part of updated visa regulations approved by the Council of Ministers on September 14, Elarus has added India to the list of nations whose citizens are qualified to get an electronic visa (e-visa) for admission into the nation. The Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs initiated the modifications, which are intended to streamline entrance processes and improve economic and people-to-people…
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Oman targets quality-led tourism growth after record Indian arrivals.
Yousuf Khalaf Al Mujaizi, Assistant Director of Business Development, Tourism Promotion Directorate, Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Oman, said an authentic, differentiated, and long-term destination proposition builds resilience. Quality over quantity He said, “Oman has never been positioned simply as another volume tourism destination. The quality and diversity of its mountains, wadis, coastline, heritage, culture, adventure, and hospitality make it…
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Brussels Airport reconnected to high-speed train after 10 years.
Brussels Airport has rejoined the international high-speed rail network after more than a decade, with Deutsche Bahn’s first ICE high-speed train from Cologne arriving at the airport on September 7, 2026. The new service strengthens Brussels Airport’s role as an intermodal transport hub and provides travellers from western Germany with direct rail access to the airport. The inaugural ICE service…
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A 90,000-application Dubai Invite program concludes.
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has closed registrations for its ‘A Dubai Invite’ initiative after receiving more than 90,000 applications from residents. The campaign, launched on July 20, was designed to encourage Dubai residents to invite friends and family members to visit the destination and experience the city through the recommendations of those who live there. The initiative…
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New Zealand to process select tourist and transit visas online from October 1.
On October 1, 2026, New Zealand will no longer accept paper applications for some tourist and transit visas. Instead, candidates must use Immigration New Zealand‘s (INZ) improved Immigration Online system. The modification is a component of INZ’s continuous shift to digital visa processing. The improved system already allows for the online submission of the majority of visitor visa applications as…
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Uzbekistan grants Indians 30-day visa-free travel.
Additionally, the two nations have inked a Tourism Cooperation Program for 2026–2028, which aims to increase traveller exchanges, bolster industry cooperation, and create new cooperative initiatives. In a move that is anticipated to significantly increase tourism, bilateral travel, and people-to-people relations between the two nations, Uzbekistan has announced a 30-day visa-free period for Indian citizens. The statement was made during…
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NYC Tourism + Conventions president and CEO Fred Dixon returns.
Fred Dixon will become President and CEO of NYC Tourism + Conventions on December 1, 2026. After more than two years as President and CEO of Brand USA, Dixon brings New York City destination marketing and international tourist experience to the organization. Dixon was President and CEO of NYC Tourism + Conventions from 2014 to 2024, representing the city’s visitor…
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