West Lake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou: UNESCO Facts
UNESCO facts about Hangzhou’s West Lake Cultural Landscape, its World Heritage listing and the features the designation covers.
Jetstar Will Charge A$25 to A$52 for Overhead Carry-On Bags From February 2027
Jetstar will end its free overhead carry-on allowance from 2 February 2027, charging A$25 to A$52 for Priority Carry-on while keeping one free underseat bag on the cheapest fares.
Southwest Business Priority Launches 2027: Preferred Reaccommodation, Priority Boarding
Southwest Airlines announced on August 3, 2026, that it would introduce a new product called “Business Priority” designed specifically for corporate and business travelers.
Southwest Airlines Boards 5 Minutes Earlier August 1—How Baggage Fees Changed Everything
Southwest Airlines implemented an operational change on August 1, 2026, that will affect millions of passengers: the airline moved up boarding times by five
Canberra Balloon Spectacular 2025: 40 Hot Air Balloons Fill the Skies
The skies over Australia‘s capital will transform into a vibrant canvas of colors when the Canberra Balloon Spectacular takes flight from March 15 to 23, 2025. This year marks a significant milestone
Tejal Somvanshi
Skyfire 2025: Canberra’s 40,000-Firework Extravaganza Returns March 15
Canberra’s beloved fireworks show, Skyfire 2025, is set to illuminate Lake Burley Griffin on Saturday, March 15. This free annual event, running since 1989, continues to be one of the capital’s most
Pasifika Festival 2025 Celebrates 32 Years in Auckland
Auckland’s Pasifika Festival has returned to Western Springs Park this weekend, bringing a colorful showcase of Pacific Island traditions, food, and performances for its 32nd year. The two-day event, running March 8-9,
Essex Villages Attracting Londoners: Coopersale and Ingatestone Property Demand Soars
Essex villages are becoming increasingly attractive alternatives to London’s pricey property market offering a practical blend of countryside living with urban convenience. Two standouts, Coopersale and Ingatestone, have gained recognition for their
Brisbane Airport’s International Traffic Hits Record 638,800 in January 2025
Brisbane Airport has officially returned to 100% of its pre-COVID passenger numbers, with the International Terminal recording its two busiest months ever in December 2024 and January 2025. The airport saw 631,700
Sunita Somvanshi
Carnival Requires Solo Travelers to Be 21 Starting Feb 2025
Carnival Cruise Line has enacted a new policy requiring passengers under 21 to be accompanied by older travelers, matching restrictions already enforced by Royal Caribbean. The change, which took effect February 1,
Karmactive Staff
D.C. Cherry Blossoms Peak Bloom: March 28-31, 2025
The National Park Service (NPS) has announced that Washington, DC’s famed cherry blossoms are expected to reach peak bloom from March 28 to 31, 2025. This marks the period when 70% of
Airlines Ban In-Flight Power Bank Use After Fire Destroys Aircraft
Major airlines are introducing stricter rules for power banks following several concerning safety incidents, including a fire that led to an emergency evacuation on an Air Busan plane earlier this year. Eva
U.S. Embassy Warns Spring Breakers: 115 American Deaths in Mexico in Early 2022
Recent warnings from the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico urge Americans to exercise increased caution during spring break travel, especially in popular destinations like Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum. “Crime,
200 Canadian Tourists Fall Ill at Sandos Playacar Resort in Mexico
A peaceful beach vacation turned into a health nightmare for hundreds of Canadian tourists at Mexico’s Sandos Playacar resort in Playa del Carmen. Around 200 guests, including young children and pregnant women,