AirGuide Business – Travel Security covers global travel information to prepare for a safe journey, global security, travel risk issues, affecting destination cities, countries, and related news, feature articles, special reports and analysis.

How Safe are Cruise Stops? Understanding Travel Advisories and Onboard Safety

By | 2024-03-06T11:34:50-05:00 February 20th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Cruise & Yachting, Government & Regulatory, Security, Travel Business & GDS OTA, Travel Tips|

Following alleged incidents of sexual assault on Carnival Cruise Line passengers in the Bahamas amid travel warnings, travelers may question the safety of visiting ports with active advisories. Two women from Kentucky reported being drugged and raped while ashore on the island of Grand Bahama, leading to the arrest of two men on sexual assault [...]

Royal Caribbean Reroutes 9-Month World Cruise Due to Red Sea Security Concerns

By | 2024-03-06T10:33:14-05:00 February 20th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Security|

Royal Caribbean International has announced a rerouting of its highly anticipated 9-month Ultimate World Cruise aboard the Serenade of the Seas, originally set to navigate through the Suez Canal in May. This decision comes in response to the ongoing security concerns in the Red Sea, primarily due to Houthi rebel attacks in the region. To [...]

Crystal Adjusts Itineraries Amid Red Sea Tensions

By | 2024-02-28T11:10:29-05:00 February 16th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Security|

Crystal has announced significant adjustments to its upcoming sailings in response to the ongoing conflicts in the Red Sea. The luxury cruise line is canceling the Crystal Symphony's itinerary, initially scheduled from March 27 to April 13, 2024, from Mumbai to Piraeus. Additionally, Crystal is rerouting some segments of the Crystal Serenity's 2024 World Cruise, [...]

Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport Proposes 24/7 Terminal Access Restrictions for Non-Passengers

By | 2024-03-06T11:38:59-05:00 February 16th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Airport Business, Airports, Security, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, recognized as the world's busiest airport, is moving towards implementing a policy that would restrict terminal access to only ticketed passengers, authorized personnel, and specific parties around the clock. The initiative aims to enhance safety and security within the airport premises. The Atlanta City Council's transportation committee recently approved an amendment [...]

Navigating Airport Security: Know Your Rights Regarding Facial Scans and Private Screenings

By | 2024-03-06T11:39:01-05:00 February 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Airlines, Airport Business, Airports, Destination, Government & Regulatory, Security, Travel Tips|

In today's fast-evolving air travel landscape, passengers are increasingly encountering new technologies and procedures, such as biometric verification methods including facial recognition and fingerprinting. While these advancements aim to streamline the check-in and boarding processes, they also raise important questions about privacy, choice, and consent. Understanding Biometric Screening OptionsBiometric screenings have become more prevalent, offering [...]

Etihad Cargo Introduces SecureTech for Enhanced Safety in Consumer Electronics Transport

By | 2024-03-12T14:38:18-04:00 February 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Air Cargo, Airline Business, Security, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Etihad Cargo has unveiled SecureTech, its latest premium product innovation, designed to meet the increasing demand for the secure transportation of consumer electronics. This new service is crafted in response to customer and partner feedback, emphasizing the need for a solution that addresses the unique challenges of shipping high-value electronic devices efficiently and safely. SecureTech [...]

European Union Reinstates Sanctions on Cham Wings Airlines Over Alleged Support to Syrian Regime

By | 2024-02-21T16:13:07-05:00 February 13th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Government & Regulatory, Security|

The European Union has once again placed sanctions on Cham Wings Airlines, the Syrian-based carrier, citing allegations of the airline's support for Bashar al-Assad's regime. This move, effective from January 24, 2024, marks a significant shift in the EU's stance towards the airline, which had previously been sanctioned between December 2021 and July 2022. The [...]

Former Singapore Airlines Crew Member Files $1.2 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Onboard Injury

By | 2024-03-06T11:39:02-05:00 February 13th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Government & Regulatory, Security|

A former Singapore Airlines cabin crew member, Durairaj Santiran, aged 36, has initiated a $1.2 million lawsuit against the airline following an incident where he allegedly slipped on a grease patch during a flight from San Francisco to Singapore. The accident, which occurred on September 5, 2019, aboard an Airbus A350, reportedly led to Santiran [...]

Incident at Atlanta Airport: Woman’s Euphoric Run Leads to Forceful Arrest Behind Spirit Airlines Jet

By | 2024-03-06T11:41:00-05:00 February 6th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Airport Business, Security|

An unusual scene unfolded at Atlanta Airport on Monday when a woman unexpectedly dashed onto the ramp and joyfully skipped past a Spirit Airlines jet. The incident quickly escalated as police intervened, leading to a dramatic and forceful apprehension of the woman. The encounter began when the woman, exhibiting a moment of exhilaration, ran onto [...]

Arrest Made in Columbus for Laser Pointing Incidents at Aircraft

By | 2024-03-06T11:41:00-05:00 February 5th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Airport Business, Security|

In Columbus, Ohio, Bartholomew County Sheriff's deputies have successfully apprehended an individual linked to multiple incidents of laser pointing at aircraft. The arrest, which took place near Columbus Municipal Airport, has brought attention to the dangerous act of shining lasers at flying aircraft. Sgt. Dane Duke, spokesperson for the Sheriff's Department, detailed that efforts to [...]

Emirates and VFS Global Simplify Dubai Visits for Indian Passport Holders with Pre-Approved Visa on Arrival

By | 2024-03-12T14:38:21-04:00 February 4th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Airports, Security|

Emirates, in collaboration with VFS Global, has revolutionized the travel experience for Indian passport holders by launching a pre-approved visa on arrival facility. This initiative, specifically designed for travelers booking flights with Emirates, offers a seamless and expedited entry process upon arrival in Dubai. Managed by the Dubai Visa Processing Centre (DVPC), the service grants [...]

A Guide to Navigating U.S. Customs: What’s Allowed and What’s Not

By | 2024-02-10T14:25:55-05:00 February 3rd, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Airports, Art & Culture, Destination, Food & Wine, Security, Travel Business & GDS OTA, Travel Tips|

Traveling internationally comes with its set of excitements and challenges, particularly when re-entering the United States and dealing with Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The complexity of CBP policies and the changing rules about what items you can legally bring back can lead to confusion and, sometimes, unwanted fines. Understanding the do's and don'ts of [...]

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