Articles tagged “visa”

Business travel platform Navan reported 29% revenue growth in its first earnings call as a public company, but the surprise departure of its CFO just months after going public has analysts seeking answers.

The U.S. is betting on events like the World Cup to boost international tourism next year. Are international tourists prepared to pay hundreds of dollars in new fees?

U.S. visa wait times for Indians are finally shrinking, that's great news. But if those long lines were always blamed on “overwhelming demand,” one would have to ask: did wait times drop because the demand did too?

What looked like Sri Lanka’s best shot at getting closer to its 2018 tourism peak may now turn into a softer December. But the government’s quick push shows it’s trying to keep a weather emergency from snowballing into a full-blown tourism setback.

Chinese travelers are driving a sharp tourism surge in the Middle East and North Africa. The growth hinges on simple fixes: easier visas, more flights, and clear safety signals. The places that cut the hassle are winning.

Indian travelers are redefining the global travel market with a shift from bargain hunting to identity-driven travel. As video, creators, and AI now steer decisions, for travel brands, keeping up isn’t optional anymore.

Japan’s charm won’t fade anytime soon, but it’s becoming clear that seeing it in person will soon cost more than it used to. For travelers planning future trips, it may be wise to budget a little extra.

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.

The fragmented landscape of hotel sustainability data has long hindered both consumers and operators. By centralizing disclosures, Travalyst and its partners could make environmental transparency a baseline expectation, and redefine how travelers choose where to stay.

While the rest of the world is opening its doors to travelers, the U.S. is turning visas into an obstacle course. At this rate, securing a U.S. visa may soon come with bragging rights.