Central Asia
Wedged between Russia and China, these nations control energy reserves and trade corridors the rest of the world is only beginning to notice. The politics here move quietly — the consequences rarely do.
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May- 2026 -20 MayCompass
Asian travellers now drive global tourism demand, reshaping routes and hotel rates
Outbound travel from China and India has exceeded pre-pandemic levels, and Eastern and Southeast Asia now account for 31.7% of global inspirational travel demand. This shift is behavioural, with shorter…
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Apr- 2026 -23 AprilCapital
Bhutan’s Sustainable Development Fee cut by 50% until 2027
Bhutan continues to offer a 50% reduction on its Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), setting it at USD 100 per person per night. This reduced rate is effective until August 31,…
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23 AprilCapital
Europe faces six-week jet fuel shortage, threatening UK summer flights to Spain and Portugal
Europe has approximately six weeks of jet fuel supply remaining before shortages force flight cancellations, per warnings from the International Energy Agency, as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed due…
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22 AprilCapital
Lufthansa grounds 27 aircraft due to fuel crisis, cutting short-haul flights through 2026
Lufthansa is removing 27 aircraft from its CityLine subsidiary's service due to soaring fuel prices linked to the Iran war, with short-haul passengers at Frankfurt and Munich hubs facing immediate…
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22 AprilCapital
Canadians can visit China visa-free until December 2026
Canadian passport holders can now enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days, a policy effective from February 17 to December 31, 2026. This waiver applies to tourism, business,…
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Feb- 2026 -23 FebruaryEarth
Tajikistan: Gorno-Badakhshan region requires special permit — travel advisories in effect
Travelers to Tajikistan's Pamir Mountains (GBAO region) must obtain a separate permit in addition to their visa or visa-free entry. This is a mandatory requirement for all foreign nationals entering…
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23 FebruaryCompass
Turkmenistan visa update: New e-visa system set to eliminate Letter of Invitation requirement
Turkmenistan has passed a law to introduce an electronic visa system, a major shift from its historically complex entry process. This new system will allow international travelers to apply online…
