English Corner An inconspicuous detail in airplane windows often raises questions among travelers: What is the function of this small hole – and why is it present in every aircraft? Travelnews explains.

English Corner Following reports of rising gastrointestinal illnesses among travelers to Cape Verde, many vacationers are questioning the health risks. Travelnews explains how Swiss travel medicine specialists assess the situation and which precautions are recommended.

English Corner Caribbean Tours founder Reto D. Rüfenacht is currently in Havana and describes the current situation for travellers to Cuba.

English Corner The Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) has tightened its travel advice and now officially advises against tourist travel to the Caribbean island.

English Corner With massive investments in infrastructure and a 360-degree experience, Uganda is positioning itself as a versatile one-stop destination for travelers to Africa. Travelnews spoke with Juliana Kagwa, CEO of the Uganda Tourism Board, and Arthur Kafeero, Uganda's ambassador to Switzerland.

English Corner A recent safety index assesses 50 countries based on key stability and risk factors. The results show which destinations worldwide offer particularly good conditions for safe travel.

English Corner A sunset, an Instagram post – and a natural paradise is thrown out of balance. After a massive influx of visitors, authorities have temporarily closed Lincoln's Rock in Australia's Blue Mountains.

English Corner In the new National Geographic documentary «From Pole to Pole,» Hollywood star Will Smith embarks on a boundary-pushing adventure aboard the «Le Commandant Charcot.» While the series is currently captivating millions of viewers, the shipping company Ponant is already planning the next historic chapter – a circumnavigation of Antarctica in 2028.

English Corner By acquiring and restoring three legendary hotels in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, and launching its own luxury cruise, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will create a high-end travel itinerary through the land of the pharaohs by 2027.

English Corner Moldova is among the least visited countries in Europe — and that is precisely what makes it so appealing. Travelnews explains why the country is becoming particularly attractive for Swiss travelers.

English Corner Capri is drawing a line against overtourism, rolling out stricter rules for tourist groups in hopes of easing the strain from ever-increasing visitor numbers.

English Corner Whether as a compact city-break destination or the starting point for a journey along the U.S. East Coast, this charming metropolis with European flair is drawing visitors this year with major sporting events and large-scale maritime celebrations.

English Corner A brief moment of distraction — and suddenly your wallet is gone. A new analysis reveals the cities where tourists should be particularly mindful of their valuables.

English Corner The TUI Group is facing mounting pressure. A group of prominent scientists has called for an end to whale and dolphin shows in an open letter, while animal welfare organizations accuse the tourism giant of «greenwashing.» At the heart of the debate is a fundamental question: Is it truly possible to keep marine mammals in captivity in a species-appropriate way?

English Corner Cuba's acute energy crisis is now affecting international air travel. Travelers should expect layovers, flight disruptions, and potential local restrictions because kerosene is no longer available in the country. Air Canada has temporarily suspended its flights to Cuba.