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Mexico Says US Government Will Elevate Its Air Safety Rating

North America, Updates
September 11. Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador revealed that the United States Department of Transportation would elevate the country’s air safety rating. According to Reuters.com, President Lopez Obrador made the announcement during a regular morning press conference, saying that Foreign Minister Alicia Barcena had been informed about the decision…

Venice to Trial Tourist Tax for Day-Trippers in 2024

Elsewhere, Updates
September 12. The popular Italian tourist destination of  Venice will soon trial a tourist tax that was originally supposed to take effect in the summer of 2022. In an ongoing effort to combat overcrowding during the city’s peak visitor days, officials will charge a €5 or $5.35 tax to day-trippers…

Venecia probará en 2024 una tasa turística para turistas de un día

Global, Novedades
12 de septiembre. El popular destino turístico italiano de Venecia probará en breve una tasa turística que debía entrar en vigor en el verano de 2022. En un esfuerzo continuo por combatir la masificación durante los días de mayor afluencia de visitantes a la ciudad, las autoridades cobrarán un impuesto…

How drinking on holiday could impact travel insurance claims

Elsewhere, Updates
August 21. After months of saving and weeks of planning, you’re finally on that long-awaited holiday. First on the list is a vineyard bike tour. A few stops (and a few drinks) later, you’re tipsily pedalling towards the final cellar door when you tumble off the bike. The bad news…