Taiwan Suspends Tourist Visa Applications for Sri Lankan Nationals Starting July 2026
Taiwan will stop accepting tourist visa applications from Sri Lankan nationals as of July 2026. Sri Lankan tourists will be unable to apply for tourist visas to Taiwan starting that month.
Israeli Tourist Arrivals Double in June 2026, Cyprus Sees Mixed H1 Tourism Figures
Israeli tourist arrivals in Cyprus doubled in June 2026, reaching 80,343. Overall first-half arrivals in 2026 fell 10.1% from 2025 but rose 1.65% compared to 2024.
Taiwan Suspends Tourist Visa Applications from Sri Lanka Starting July 2026
Taiwan suspended tourist visa applications from Sri Lankan nationals starting July 2026. The ban on such applications is effective immediately following the announcement.
US Slashes Foreign Journalist Visa Validity to 240 Days, Chinese Limited to 90
The US Department of Homeland Security cut foreign journalist visa validity from five years to 240 days, imposing a 90-day limit on Chinese journalists. Advocacy groups and China have criticized the move for restricting press freedom and targeting Chinese nationals.
Armenia Hits Record 1.042 Million Tourists in First Half of 2026
Armenia recorded 1.042 million tourist visits in the first half of 2026, a 14.8% increase over 2025. The government aims for 2.2 million visitors by year-end, supported by expanded air links and marketing.
US Limits Foreign Student Visas to Four Years Starting Mid-July 2026
The US government finalized a rule capping foreign student visas at four years, effective mid-July 2026. The policy was announced under the Trump administration.
UAE clarifies five-year multiple-entry tourist visa rules
The UAE government clarified the rules for its five-year multiple-entry tourist visa in July 2026. The update helps travelers and agents understand eligibility and visa conditions.
US Cuts Foreign Journalist Visas to 240 Days, Chinese Visas to 90 Days
The US Department of Homeland Security has reduced foreign journalist visas to 240 days and Chinese journalists' visas to 90 days. The rule ends indefinite stays under the 'duration of status' system.
US Imposes Four-Year Limit on Foreign Student Visas from September 2026
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security will cap F-1 and J-1 visa durations at four years starting September 15, 2026. The rule ends indefinite student stays, limits program extensions, and reduces the post-graduation grace period.
US Caps Foreign Journalist Visas at 240 Days, Chinese Journalists at 90 Days
In July 2026, the US Department of Homeland Security reduced foreign journalist visas from five years to 240 days, with Chinese journalists limited to 90 days. The policy ends indefinite stays under the ‘duration of status’ system, aiming to strengthen security and immigration oversight.
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Royal Caribbean Cancels Bahamas Stops, Reroutes Oasis of the Seas to Halifax
Royal Caribbean has cancelled the Bahamas stops for the October 18, 2026 sailing of Oasis of the Seas, redirecting the ship to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Passengers receive onboard credits and future cruise credits with a 14-hour port call in Halifax replacing the original itinerary.
Disney Cruise Line Announces Restaurant Changes on All Eight Ships
In October 2026, Disney Cruise Line announced major restaurant changes across all eight of its ships. These updates will impact the dining experience for travelers aboard the fleet.
European River Cruises Modify Routes Due to Low Water Levels in 2026
Several European river cruise lines including Tui, Riviera Travel, and Viking altered itineraries in 2026 due to drought-related low water levels. Measures such as ship swaps, cancellations, and alternative port starts aimed to mitigate disruptions.