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I'm a Beauty Editor Who Loves a Good Vacation Scent—10 On-Sale Fragrances I'm Eyeing at Sephora
It's summer, which means my entire beauty routine becomes laid-back and beach inspired. Can you tell I'm manifesting a tropical getaway? Think salty, mermaid-esque waves; a dewy, sun-kissed complexion; a marine eye shadow aesthetic (if I'm feeling...

Israelis switch vacation plans as foreign airlines stay away
After 18 months in which one crisis has followed another, Israel's aviation map has been redrawn accordingly. Some destinations have disappeared from the departures and arrivals board at Ben Gurion airport, while some have been added, but above...

UK mobile network with 10 million customers brings back free roaming
A leading mobile network with 10 million customers is set to reintroduce free roaming for travellers this summer. UK holidaymakers heading to the European Union have been informed that Three Mobile will reinstate this significant benefit for them....

Major UK mobile network with 10 million customers brings back free roaming
UK tourists heading to the European Union have been told Three Mobile will bring back the massive perk for them. A major mobile network with 10 million customers will bring back FREE roaming while abroad this summer. UK tourists heading to the...

Pakistanis now eligible for travel visa-free to 32 countries, here's a list
Pakistan Pakistan Pakistanis now eligible for travel visa-free to 32 countries, here's a list Close Pakistan’s passport now ranks 100th, it marks an improvement from its 113th position in 2021 Updated On: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:37:34 PKT ISLAMABAD...

Pakistan passport rises to 100th; visa-free travel now possible to 32 countries
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani passport holders can now travel visa-free or get visa on arrival in 32 countries, following a rise in Pakistan’s passport ranking in the 2025 Henley Passport Index. This marks a notable improvement from the 113th position...

Two killed as wildfires rage in western Turkey
Two people have been killed by wildfires in western Turkey, with firefighters still battling to contain a series of blazes that have raged across the region for more than a week. A forestry worker was killed in Izmir province while trying to...

Here's a list of countries where Pakistanis can now travel without visa
Pakistani passport holders can now travel to 32 countries either visa-free or with visa-on-arrival following an improvement in the country's passport ranking. According to the latest figures released by Henley & Partners, an international...
Manus on marketsBond bears poke the market as Congress passes Trump's tax bill
Here is your digest from Manus Cranny in Abu Dhabi. US President Donald Trump secured a significant win on Thursday after Republicans voted to approve his tax and spending bill, cementing his second-term agenda and boosting funds for his...

Pakistanis can travel to 32 countries without visa
Pakistani passport holders can now visit 32 countries without a visa or with visa-on-arrival following an improvement in the country's position on the Henley passport index. The latest data from Henley & Partners, a global citizenship advisory...

Upstate luxury: Region’s highest-priced home listings span from Westminster to Spartanburg
It features a 16,000-square-foot main house with eight bedrooms and 11 baths, an 11-stall barn, 110 acres of pastureland and 1¼ miles of creek frontage. And the 172-acre equestrian estate in Oconee County also has something else — the highest list...

New List of Countries you can Travel Visa-Free with Pakistani Passport in 2025
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani passport holders can now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 30 countries, marking a notable improvement in the country’s global travel standing. According to the latest data released by Henley & Partners,...
Madagascar Airlines extends lease for two ATR aircraft
These extensions will ensure continued operations of the two aircraft until January 2028 and November 2029. “The renewal of these agreements confirms the trust our partners have in the progress Madagascar Airlines has made. This milestone, aligned...

For children: Poltu’s holiday takes an unexpected turn when a train full of ghosts pulls up
We finally reached Sealdah station at 9 o’clock. The huge clock on the station wall told the time. As soon as we got off the taxi, we were surrounded by many men in red, asking us if we wanted them to carry our suitcases. But Mama and I were only...

Travel agent's expert insight into five top trends redefining how we holiday in 2025
Much more than just the latest travel ‘buzz words’, several holiday trends have been hitting the headlines recently as the focus turns to deeper experiences in travel. The team behind Oasis Travel, Northern Ireland’s largest independently owned...
Madagascar Airlines and Air Austral sign codeshare agreement
The partnership aims to strengthen connectivity between Madagascar, Réunion, and other regional and international destinations, while expanding fare options and travel opportunities for customers of both airlines.

Tourist Attractions in Miami, FL
Written by Lana Law Updated Jun 17, 2025 Miami is one of South Florida's premier vacation destinations, with beautiful beaches, great weather, history, culture, sports, and entertainment. Downtown Miami, separated from the Atlantic Ocean by the...

Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth to visit Kenya and Madagascar
Share An Indian delegation led by Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth will be on a visit to Kenya and Madagascar from June 23 to 26, 2025. In the first leg, Raksha Rajya Mantri will visit Kenya for the joint unveiling of Commemorative Pillar (War...

Stages Theatre’s ‘Madagascar’ brings wild adventure to life
Youth-Led ‘Madagascar’ Musical Brings Friendship and Fun to Stages Theatre Thirteen-year-old Takelle Lee stars as Alex the Lion in “Madagascar – A Musical Adventure,” now playing at Stages Theatre Company through Aug. 3. With music, movement, and...

A Group of Volunteers in Madagascar Is Dedicated to Preserving Their National Heritage and Environment
By Miora, Trans: Miora, Trans Eng: Rebecca Cluett One day in February, I chanced upon a Facebook post looking for volunteers who wanted to take part in conservation work in the privately run park at Tsarasaotra, also known as “Tsarasaotra Park” or...