Travel & Visa News

Updated Sep 16, 2026, 11:26 PM. Headlines link out to their original publishers.

Nigeria Travel

NCAA, local airlines, NIS/passport and Nigerian aviation headlines.

Visa & Immigration

UK, US, Schengen, Canada and UAE policy changes and processing news.

Global Travel & Aviation

Airline, airport, route and industry news from around the world.

Travel3h ago
American & Condor New Interline Deal: A Small Step With Big Potential, Maybe?
American and Condor just announced an interline agreement dressed up as a 'partnership.' It's a small step, but could hint at bigger alliance moves ahead.
One Mile at a Time
Travel3h ago
Best airport lounge access credit cards: 4 picks for frequent flyers
Compare the best airport lounge access credit cards for frequent flyers, including Amex Platinum, Sapphire Reserve, Citi AAdvantage Executive and Venture X.
The Points Guy
Travel3h ago
United Still Expects to Pass On 100% of Jet Fuel Costs. Says Industry Is Turning More Premium.
United still thinks it can continue to pass on fuel costs through airfare increases, betting that customers are willing to pay more for premium seats and amenities like Starlink.
Skift
Travel3h ago
Sam’s Club Travel Relaunches With Cruises and Deal With Rocket Travel’s Founders
Cruises and experiences are the two holdout sectors where a majority of their bookings still take place offline. The Sam's Club Travel cruise experiment could begin to change that.
Skift
Travel3h ago
American Airlines to Cut Capacity if Fuel Costs Stay High
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom said he expected the carrier to make some “trade-offs” on capacity if fuel prices continue to stay elevated in the long-term, expecting slower gr…
Skift
Travel4h ago
Great Deal: Save 15% Of Points On IHG One Rewards Free Night Award Bookings
IHG One Rewards is offering a 15% discount on award night bookings through November 2026, first available to co-branded cardholders before expanding to other elite members.
One Mile at a Time
Travel4h ago
Hilton Honors Amex Business Card Review: Status, Points, & Credits
A deep dive into the Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, covering its welcome offer, earning rates, credits, and elite status perks.
One Mile at a Time
Travel4h ago
Gran Meliá Palacio De Sancti Petri: Andalusian Luxury At Its Most Relaxed
On Spain's southern coast near Cádiz, the Gran Meliá Palacio de Sancti Petri pairs a restored neo-Mudéjar palace with beachfront calm and standout dining.
One Mile at a Time
Travel5h ago
The highly anticipated Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort will debut an all-inclusive experience
You can now book stays this winter at Grand Hyatt's first all-inclusive property.
The Points Guy
Travel5h ago
Discover it Miles review: Simple rewards for beginners and cash back enthusiasts alike
The Discover it Miles card is great for beginners and those looking for simplicity. It should be on your radar if you're searching for a solid but basic card.
The Points Guy
Travel6h ago
Wyndham Rewards guide: How to earn and redeem points, elite status and more
Learn how Wyndham Rewards works, including how to earn and redeem points, qualify for elite status, transfer rewards and book award stays.
The Points Guy
Travel7h ago
I make my own amenity kit for long flights — here’s what’s inside
Stay comfortable on long flights by packing some of these simple items in your DIY amenity kit, including earplugs, eye drops, lotion and more.
The Points Guy

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Nigeria Travel

United Nigeria, ValueJet officials fault NCAA’s August flight delay data - TheCable

The Gambia Woos Nigerian Tourists, Investors at Akwaaba Travel Market - Independent Newspaper Nigeria

High travel costs challenge intra-African tourism as hotels seek Nigerian market - Realnews Magazine

How airlines’ handling of flight disruptions violates NCAA Part 19 — official - premiumtimesng.com

Airline Tackles NCAA Over August Flight Disruption Data, Cites Poor Infrastructure - leadership.ng

Gambia Seeks Stronger Tourism Ties With Nigeria - Voice of Nigeria

Airlines, NCAA Clash Over 54 ‘Tax Burdens’ in Nigeria - techeconomy.ng

NCAA urged to overhaul flight disruption reporting to protect indigenous airlines - businessday.ng

Gambia ​‌‌‌‌‍‌‍⁠⁠‌‍⁠‍⁠​‌​‌‌​woos Nigerian tourists, seeks stronger business ties - Realnews Magazine

NCAA must stop using flight-delay statistics to de-market Nigerian airlines - vanguardngr.com

United Nigeria, Air Peace Record Over 70% Flight Delays In August, NCAA Data Shows - saharareporters.com

Domestic Airlines Delayed Over 4,000 Flights, Cancel 36 Others In August - Channels Television

Visa & Immigration

State Department Pauses Immigrant Visa Interviews for New Public Charge Guidance Training - Ogletree

U.S. Department of State ‘Pauses’ Immigrant Visa Appointments - Newland Chase

US issues global pause for immigration visa appointments - Le Monde.fr

Trump administration pauses all US visa applications worldwide - vanguardngr.com

Update: State Dep't Pause on Immigrant Visas for Nationals of 75 Countries "At High Risk of Public Charge Usage" - Chodorow Law Offices

US pauses immigrant visa applications worldwide - Punch Newspapers

Trump plans largest mass visa cancellation in history: Who will it affect? - Al Jazeera

US to revoke visas of short-term visitors seeking asylum - bbc.com

EU ministers agree Schengen zone 'not the problem' in Ceuta migrant influx - RFI

Finland, Austria join Italy's call for Schengen border closures after mass migrant arrivals in Spain's Ceuta - Anadolu Ajansı

Millions of Africans could lose Schengen free movement as calls grow to restrict non-EU travel - africa.businessinsider.com

New Dubai visa photo rules drive up rejections - eTNW

Global Travel & Aviation

American & Condor New Interline Deal: A Small Step With Big Potential, Maybe?

Best airport lounge access credit cards: 4 picks for frequent flyers

United Still Expects to Pass On 100% of Jet Fuel Costs. Says Industry Is Turning More Premium.

Sam’s Club Travel Relaunches With Cruises and Deal With Rocket Travel’s Founders

American Airlines to Cut Capacity if Fuel Costs Stay High

Great Deal: Save 15% Of Points On IHG One Rewards Free Night Award Bookings

Hilton Honors Amex Business Card Review: Status, Points, & Credits

Gran Meliá Palacio De Sancti Petri: Andalusian Luxury At Its Most Relaxed

The highly anticipated Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort will debut an all-inclusive experience

Discover it Miles review: Simple rewards for beginners and cash back enthusiasts alike

Wyndham Rewards guide: How to earn and redeem points, elite status and more

I make my own amenity kit for long flights — here’s what’s inside

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Gambia ‌‌‌‌‍‌‍⁠⁠‌‍⁠‍⁠‌‌‌woos Nigerian tourists, seeks stronger business ties - Realnews Magazine