Introduction: A Caribbean Capital Transformed Bridgetown, the capital of Barbados, stands at the centre of an unprecedented tourism boom as the Caribbean island prepares to welcome over 800,000 cruise passengers during the 2025/2026 winter season, with more than 400 cruise ship calls scheduled at the Bridgetown Port. This remarkable growth positions the historic port city […]
Introduction: Airspace Closures Disrupt Caribbean Travel Travellers across the Caribbean region faced significant disruptions this weekend as major airlines cancelled hundreds of flights across the eastern Caribbean region following a US military operation in Venezuela. The timing proved particularly challenging as this is one of the biggest travel days of the year, the Saturday after […]
Business Rates Surge to Impact 2026 Airfares Manchester Airport has issued a caution to holidaymakers for 2026, stating that air fares will ‘inevitably’ rise due to increases in property tax. Manchester Airport is among the worst hit, with its business rates bill predicted to surge by £4.2 million to £18.1 million next year, according to […]
Why New Year’s Eve Fireworks Matter As the clock strikes midnight and 2026 arrives, millions of people across the United Kingdom search for the perfect spot to witness spectacular fireworks displays. New Year’s Eve fireworks have become an essential British tradition, bringing communities together to celebrate hope, unity, and new beginnings. Whether you’re in London, […]
Introduction: Why Drenthe Matters Nestled in the northeastern corner of the Netherlands, Drenthe remains one of the country’s best-kept secrets. While tourists flock to Amsterdam and the traditional windmill landscapes, this tranquil province offers something entirely different: with a population density of 181.9 citizens per square kilometre, Drenthe is the least dense province, with land […]
Where the New Year Arrives Last As fireworks light up skies across the globe and champagne toasts echo from Sydney to New York, there remains one final frontier where the old year lingers. Baker Island and Howland Island are officially the last destinations to ring in 2026 at 7:00 a.m. EST on Wednesday, nearly a […]
