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It’s already summer in most part of India. The heat is picking up or ‘peaking’ across much of the country. So there’s no doubt that Indian travellers must already be thinking of ideas of a “coolcation”. The destinations with crisp air and cool refreshing climates, just perfect. From Iceland and Norway to Zermatt and Patagonia,…
In a latest development, Saudi Arabia has announced to extend visa deadlines, it’s a news that comes as a relief for stranded travellers. As travel is disrupted across the Gulf, Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has launched a major relief measure. As per information shared on X, the visa deadlines have been extended…
United Airlines will launch a new seating option called the “Relax Row” on its long-haul widebody fleet, allowing economy passengers to lie down during flights. As reported by United in an Instagram post on 25 March 2026, the offering will consist of three economy seats that convert into a couch-like configuration with a near-flat surface….
In a major aviation update, New York’s LaGuardia Airport was shut down after an Air Canada Express plane hit the ground fire vehicle while landing. The incident disrupted travel across one of the United States’ busiest hubs. The incident forced a temporary shutdown and multiple flight disruptions.What happened As per Reuters report, the incident took…
India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued an advisory directing airlines to avoid nine airspaces in West Asia amid escalating situations, and strengthen contingency planning as part of enhanced safety risk assessments. The advisory, issued on March 19, is in line with the heightened geopolitical instability, involving the United States,…
Given the escalating regional tension in the Middle East, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), India’s aviation regulator, has issued a major travel advisory for the airlines. DGCA has asked the airlines to avoid flying through NINE airspaces in West Asia citing safety reasons. These destinations include:BahrainIranIraqIsraelJordanKuwaitLebanonQatar The United Arab Emirates (UAE)Primary conflict zones:…
In a significant move to tighten immigration compliance, the US Department of State has announced that travellers from 50 countries may soon be required to pay a visa bond of up to $15,000 when applying for business (B1) and tourist (B2) visas. The policy, introduced under provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act, will apply…
A big relief for air travellers! In a major step toward making air travel more affordable, accessible and passenger-friendly, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued new directives mandating that a minimum of 60% seats on every flight be allocated free of charge. It aims at fair and transparent access for travellers. The move, implemented…
The Middle East is considered a hub of global aviation, providing connectivity between Asia, Europe, Africa, and America, with some of the busiest air transit points in the world. For millions of air travelers, especially those traveling from India, Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi have always been major air transit points. However, airspace restrictions, geopolitical…
The ongoing Middle East war has drained Dubai of much of its travel appeal. Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is operating some flights to Dubai almost empty, as travellers avoid the Persian Gulf. Flights from the US and continental Europe have been hit hardest, with occupancy on several routes dropping sharply, as thecarrier faces…
