Articles tagged “visa waiver program”

The U.S. is gearing up for a summer of marquee events, but new fees and restrictions could keep certain tourists at bay.

Extreme vetting, along with more travel fees, could deter tourists ahead of major events like the World Cup.

For an inbound tourism sector already fighting headwinds, this move transforms the seamless ESTA process into a privacy minefield, likely pushing hesitant European and Asian travelers toward friendlier borders.

Saudi-Russia relations are no longer defined only by oil. Flight expansions and visa deals show the partnership widening into travel and tourism, giving both countries new levers of influence beyond energy markets.

It’s getting more costly to visit the U.S. after three new fees on international travelers went into effect, with another significant fee hike in the pipeline. Some worry the new fees could curb visitation rates for 2026 events like the FIFA World Cup.

It’s been a weak summer for international travel. A government shutdown could add more bottlenecks to inbound tourism's recovery.

The U.S. is closing its “drop-box” system for 57 nations. Expect longer waits, higher costs, and tighter screening, a reset likely to frustrate students, workers, and travel planners.

By lifting visa requirements for Chinese tour groups, South Korea expects to attract more visitors, boosting arrivals and spending, and potentially surpassing pre-pandemic tourism figures.

First things first: Sri Lanka isn’t going visa‑free, it’s just scrapping the fee. Free visas could help close the gap for Sri Lanka, but the country needs a consistent campaign and a story that goes beyond price.

The 2025 Henley Passport Index makes one thing clear: travel freedom isn’t just a Western advantage anymore. And that shift isn’t just about where people go on a holiday, it matters for companies, governments, and industries that rely on people being able to move easily across borders.