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Senegal bans travel as oil shock hits budget

The government of Senegal has suspended all non-essential foreign travel by ministers and senior officials, warning of “extremely difficult” economic conditions as a surge in global oil prices intensifies pressure on public finances.

04 Apr 2026-11:57
Azerbaijan, Türkiye sign new tourism cooperation deal

A protocol on cooperation in the field of tourism has been signed between the State Tourism Agency of Azerbaijan and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Türkiye.

03 Apr 2026-15:15
UAE blocks Iranian travelers on Emirates flights

Dubai-based airline Emirates has announced that Iranian nationals are currently not allowed to enter or transit through the United Arab Emirates, according to an update on its official website.

01 Apr 2026-09:30
Air China, Qatar Airways expand as travel surges

Global airlines are accelerating expansion plans as international travel demand rebounds, rolling out new routes, partnerships, and passenger-focused services across key regions.

31 Mar 2026-14:46
Cherry Blossom Festival boost rural tourism in China

Cherry blossoms in full bloom are transforming Jinlong Village in Daguan Town, Nanchuan District of Chongqing into a booming rural tourism hotspot, drawing large numbers of visitors and boosting local economic activity.

30 Mar 2026-11:33
Qatar Airways stores jets in Spain amid airspace crisis

Qatar Airways has moved around 20 aircraft to Spain for storage as ongoing airspace restrictions in the Middle East continue to disrupt flight operations from its Doha hub.

28 Mar 2026-12:56
Lufthansa, Air France halt key Middle East routes

Major global airlines are expanding flight cancellations across the Middle East, as the ongoing regional conflict continues to disrupt airspace and travel demand.

24 Mar 2026-17:40
Tourism in Türkiye under shadow of U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict

Amid the ongoing U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict, which has disrupted travel and prompted more cautious booking behavior, industry representatives say that the resulting uncertainties continue to weigh on Türkiye's tourism sector.

19 Mar 2026-23:30
Norwegian Air adds 120 flights after SAS cancellations

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA announced it will operate 120 additional flights across the Nordic region from March 25 to April 12, responding to rising demand following cancellations by rival SAS.

18 Mar 2026-15:56
Qatar Airways to operate 3 flights to India in 2 days

Qatar Airways will operate three additional flights to India over the next two days, the Embassy of India in Doha announced. The flights will connect Qatar with New Delhi, Mumbai, and Kochi.

18 Mar 2026-15:25