Tag: cross-border travel
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New Brunswick Premier Slams U.S. Immigration Crackdown at Maine Border
Cross-Border Tensions Rise Over U.S. Immigration Crackdown The dispute over immigration enforcement in the United States has reached the border region linking New Brunswick and Maine, drawing a sharp rebuke from New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt. Holt said the U.S. crackdown has created a climate of uncertainty for residents and businesses near the border, describing…
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Snake meat, accidents, adventure: Ras Mubarak’s 160-day African road trip
Behind the wheels: What sparked the 160-day Africa road trip Ras Mubarak, a prominent voice in African travel advocacy, along with an eight-member team, embarked on an ambitious 160-day road trip across the continent. The journey, documented through field reports and interviews, aimed to spotlight diverse cultures, emerging tourism corridors, and the everyday realities of…
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Worry in Border Towns: Why British Columbians Are Skipping Washington Trips a Year Later
Overview: A Year into the Trend One year after a notable shift in cross-border travel, border towns in Washington state are facing an economic warning: fewer Canadian visitors from British Columbia (BC) are crossing the border. What began as sporadic changes in travel patterns has evolved into a sustained trend throughout 2025, with impacts rippling…
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Border Town Worries as BC Residents Skip Washington Trips One Year On
Introduction: A Quiet Shift at the Border One year into 2025, border towns along British Columbia and Washington state are experiencing a quiet but painful shift. A sustained drop in cross-border trips by British Columbians has sparked concern among local leaders who depend on Canadian visitors for a significant portion of their business. The trend,…
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Border Town Worries: BC Residents Avoid Washington Trips One Year On
Overview: A Northward Shift in Cross-Border Travel One year into 2025, a sustained pattern has emerged: British Columbians are largely avoiding trips to Washington state. Data gathered by the Whatcom Council of Governments (WCOG), a regional planning agency serving parts of northwest Washington, indicate a persistent dip in cross-border travel and spending from Canadian residents.…
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Overloaded cross-border bus impounded in Limpopo amid safety concerns
Impendung of a Zimbabwe-bound bus with 90 passengers A cross-border bus traveling from Zimbabwe into South Africa was impounded in Limpopo after authorities determined it was overloaded and operating illegally. The vehicle was stopped during routine checks on one of the province’s key routes, and inspectors confirmed that the bus carried 90 passengers—well above safe…
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Canada-US Preclearance Projects Move Forward as Border Strategy Focuses on Early Screening
Two Preclearance Projects Set to Proceed This Year Canada and the United States announced that two long‑planned preclearance projects will move forward in 2026, aiming to screen more travelers well before they reach the border. The move mirrors a broader shift in border policy that favors early checks and streamlined arrivals, reducing congestion at crossings…
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Canada-US Preclearance Projects Expand Border Screening
Overview: A new phase for cross-border screening Canada and the United States say two preclearance initiatives are moving forward this year, aiming to screen travellers well before they reach the border. After months of planning and coordination, officials from both countries describe the projects as a critical component of their broader border strategy. By allowing…
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CNY travel boom: Airfares from Singapore to Malaysia soar as train tickets vanish
Record-high fares and sold-out trains redefine CNY travel Travelers headed from Singapore to Malaysia during Chinese New Year are facing a familiar but painful pattern: airfares rise dramatically, sometimes up to six times typical prices, as demand surges. Simultaneously, train tickets across popular routes vanish within hours, leaving many to scramble for last-minute options. The…
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Zimbabwe Spearheads South Africa Tourism Boom in 2025, Surpassing Regional Peers
Zimbabwe’s Rise as a Key Catalyst for South Africa’s 2025 Tourism Boom In 2025, Zimbabwe has emerged as a pivotal force behind a notable surge in South Africa’s tourism sector, outpacing regional peers such as Namibia, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, and other African nations. The shift is driven by strengthened regional relationships, diversified travel corridors,…