Disney’s biggest money-maker is not the film studio, the streaming wars or even ESPN. The real engine of the company is something far more tangible: the vacations, theme parks and travel experiences that turn brand loyalty into some of the group’s richest profits. When Disney’s performance comes up, attention usually lands on movie releases. Did the latest animated feature or blockbuster deliver at the box office, or did production costs outrun ticket sales? Others zero in on Disney Plus, watching subscriber numbers and…

North Western State of Somalia Coast Guard warns holiday travelers: Only it can designate safe swimming zones Hargeisa (AX) — The commander of the North Western State of Somalia Coast Guard urged holidaymakers on Saturday to follow official safety guidance as thousands prepare to flock to Berbera and other coastal towns during Eid and public holidays, warning that only the Coast Guard has legal authority to designate safe areas for swimming. “Anyone who wants to know safe areas for swimming should consult the Coast Guard,”…

US plan to expand social media screening for foreign visitors could strip as much as $15.7 billion from tourism spending this year, the World Travel and Tourism Council warned, as prospective travelers say the policy would make the country less welcoming. In a survey of people in visa-exempt countries considering trips to the United States, 34% said they would be somewhat or much less likely to visit in the next two to three years if the measures take effect, according to the council. Based on that sentiment, the group…

A grand tomb returns to the Valley of the Kings after two decades of careful work In the ochre light of Luxor’s early morning, a doorway that has been closed to the public for most of the 20th and 21st centuries has been thrown open again. The tomb of Pharaoh Amenhotep III — the 18th Dynasty monarch who presided over Egypt’s late Bronze Age heyday between about 1390 and 1350 B.C.E. — has been restored and reopened after a painstaking, Japanese-led conservation project that stretched over two decades. The burial chamber,…

Somalia Embraces Digital Transformation: E-Visa System to Enhance Travel and Security In a groundbreaking move aimed at modernizing its immigration protocols, Somalia has unveiled an electronic visa (E-Visa) and electronic travel authorization system (eTAS), marking a significant step towards digital governance. This initiative is set to become a mandatory entry requirement for all foreign visitors starting September 1, 2025, offering a seamless online platform for visa applications. The launch represents a broader trend of…

Pompeii, one of the world’s most renowned archaeological sites, is making moves to tackle the increasing issue of overcrowding. Starting now, this iconic UNESCO World Heritage site will limit daily visitors to a maximum of 20,000, a significant step aimed at preserving both the site and the safety of its guests. This innovative measure is part of what officials are calling an "experimental" program, necessitating that each visitor purchase a named ticket. During the summer months, these tickets will be allocated into…