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Climate and tourism: How climate change is impacting tourism
The period between the end of February and the beginning of March this year was a difficult one for Himachal Pradesh. Incessant bouts of heavy rainfall triggered flash floods and landslides in the lower areas of Kullu district. Lahaul-Spiti and...

Expedition into Tuvalu’s deep waters reveal signs of ocean health
A deep-sea expedition around Tuvalu has revealed promising signs of biodiversity. The National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition, supported by Tuvalu’s government, began on 6 May. More than 15 scientists and filmmakers aboard the research...

South Pacific Tourism Exchange2025: Celebrating Collaboration, Innovation, and Growth
As the curtains close on the South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) 2025, Fiji and the Pacific celebrate a milestone in regional collaboration, connectivity, and industry growth. Over the past two days, tourism professionals, business leaders, and...

Tuvalu remembers heroism and hopes on the anniversary of Funafuti bombing
Major change is on the way for Pacific seasonal workers and, possibly, the government’s flagship Pacific visa should Peter Dutton take office on 03 May. The coalition has pledged to bring back a dedicated agriculture visa and review – and likely...

Visa-Free countries for Pakistani travelers in 2025
Pakistani citizens who are planning international travel and are in search of destinations that do not require visa, have several visa-free countries offering access to Pakistani citizens holding Pakistani passports to enter. Pakistani travelers...

Australia works on travel capacity | I want to see more movement — Wong
The Australian Government is trying to create better capacity for the movement of people to and from the Pacific. Responding to a question by this newspaper on whether an open visa policy was likely to come into effect soon, given the successes of...
Tuvalu unveils its first ATMs
Tuvalu, one of the world’s most remote nations, has unveiled its first ever ATMs, at the headquarters of the National Bank of Tuvalu in the village of Vaiaku on Funafuti, the country’s main island. Tuesday’s ceremony marked a historic shift for...

Couple's chilling final moments after being abandoned in shark-infested waters on holiday
It's been 26 years since the chilling disappearance of Tom and Eileen Lonergan. The American couple's vanishing act became the chilling inspiration for a major film after they were last spotted on a diving excursion near their tour boat on January...
Cook Islanders flock from outer islands for 60th anniversary celebrations
The Cook Islands' outer islands, or Pa Enua, are emptying as people make the pilgrimage to Rarotonga for constitution celebrations. Photo: Dozier Marc / hemis.fr / Hemis via AFP The Cook Islands' outer islands, or Pa Enua, are emptying as people...

When does the Etias scheme start for UK travellers? Everything you need to know
The launch of the EU’s European Travel Information and Authorisation System (Etias) has been postponed until the final quarter of 2026, with the exact date still to be announced. The long delayed visa waiver system is designed to work in...

Tourism to Continue to Drive Growth in the Pacific, but at a Slower Pace — ADB
Economic growth in the Pacific is projected to moderate to 3.9% in 2025 and 3.6% in 2026, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2025, the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) flagship economic publication, released today. The outlook...

Travel freedom
If the Philippines ranks 74th in terms of travel freedom or global mobility, then what does that say about us? The Philippines moved one spot up from its 75th ranking in the January index. According to the 2025 Henley Passport Index as of April,...

SPTE 2025: A United Pacific Calls for sustainable travel
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“We Don’t Have Time to Play It Safe”: How Palau & Tuvalu Are Forcing Advertising To Face The Climate Crisis
“You might as well bomb us, because right now I feel like a toad in boiling water” – Those weren’t the words of an activist or an environmental lobbyist. They came from Surangel S. Whipps, Jr., the sitting President of Palau, speaking directly to...
58 Visa-Free Countries for Indians to Explore in 2025: Complete Travel List and Details
Indian travelers are enjoying greater freedom to explore the world, with the latest Henley Passport Index ranking the Indian passport 81st globally in 2025. While this position reflects a slight drop from the previous year, it still grants Indian...

Good news for Indian travellers! You can now visit THESE 58 countries without visa — check full list
Being able to fly to a country without the hassle of applying for a visa is a luxury that travellers around the world aspire to. With visa procedures often involving extensive documentation, long queues, and unpredictable processing times, having...

Indian Passport Holders Can Travel Visa-Free To 58 Countries: Check Full List From Thailand, Maldives, Mauritius, And More
Home Destination Indian Passport Holders Can Travel Visa Free To Countries Check Full List From Thailand Maldives Mauritius And More Indian citizens can visit 58 countries without needing a visa, making international travel easier and more...

Raised by dreamers: Another Filipina completes travel to 193 countries
April Peregrino in Slovakia, completing all 193 United Nations (UN)-recognized countries (Photo courtesy of April Peregrino) MANILA, Philippines — April Peregrino’s parents immigrated decades ago from their small towns in Leyte and Samar in search...

World-traveling couple visits 197 countries, reveals top destinations
Hudson and Emily Crider discuss their experience traveling to 197 of 198 countries over an eight-year period. Traveling internationally with a significant other is just a dream for some, but one couple has officially seen it all. Hudson and Emily...
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My Husband Lives in Vuori—12 Comfy Travel Clothes He’s Eyeing Right Now, All on Sale
My husband is all about comfort-first fashion. As a former fitness coach who now works remotely, his wardrobe is basically a rotation of joggers, performance tees, and hoodies that can handle everything from video calls to weekend hikes and gym...