BERLIN, Germany — If you are flying in or out of Germany this fall, keep an eye on your departure board. A sharp rise in unidentified drone activity has already forced Munich International Airport to halt traffic twice this month, and airline leaders warn that more interruptions could be on the way unless authorities are granted the power to destroy threatening devices.

ISTANBUL, Turkey — Visitors pouring into Turkey’s airports this summer—including the 4.4 million Britons who already vacationed here in 2024—face a brand-new cost of misbehavior: a €62 (£53) on-the-spot fine for standing up or removing a seatbelt before the aircraft has come to a complete stop at the gate. The rule, announced in May by the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority (known by its Turkish initials SHGM), applies at every commercial airport from Istanbul to Bodrum and could reshape the familiar post-landing scramble to deplane.

Dire headlines about an “Ireland tourism slump” have been making the rounds this spring, yet the outlook from companies selling escorted vacations tells a more nuanced story. While official statistics show overall arrivals dipping, tour operators that cater mainly to U.S. and Canadian clients say bookings rebounded quickly after a soft first quarter and are now pacing at or above 2024 levels.

The world’s most populous nation eases entry rules to lure visitors

BEIJING — Securing a Chinese tourist visa has long required paperwork, consulate appointments and patience. That bottleneck is disappearing. China has largely torn up its old requirements, allowing citizens of 47 countries to enter visa-free for up to 30 days and giving travelers from 55 additional nations—including the United States—a visa-on-arrival option valid for 10 days.

Why River Cruising Appeals to the Slow-Travel Set

Travelers in search of a gentler pace are trading crowded ocean liners and high-speed itineraries for intimate vessels that glide through the heart of a destination. AmaWaterways, long known for boutique ships and shore excursions that cater to every activity level, has released a new portfolio of itineraries designed for culture seekers who want to linger in port, pedal riverside trails or sip wine with local vintners—all without repacking a suitcase every night, according to a press release by AmaWaterways.