The ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, has led to a significant decline in flight bookings to the West Asia. A Reuters report cited recent data compiled by travel analysis firm ForwardKeys, which revealed that the repercussions of this conflict are being felt far beyond Israel's borders, affecting countries like Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon.&nbsp;

As the violence escalated, a wave of flight cancellations to Israel ensued, prompting several global carriers to cease operations to the country due to security concerns. This disruption also led to the cancellation of trips to Israel by tour operators and a rapid decline in hotel bookings. However, the instability caused by the conflict has extended its reach, resulting in a substantial decrease in travel across the region.&nbsp;

Ticket purchases for flights to Egypt have seen a stark decline of 26 per cent year-on-year, while travel to Jordan plummeted by 49 per cent, and bookings to Lebanon dropped by a staggering 74 per cent. Reuters quoted Olivier Ponti, Vice President of Insights at ForwardKeys, as saying, "Such a drastic reduction in travel demand is entirely anticipated, given the scale of the conflict and the ongoing humanitarian crisis."&nbsp;

Several major airlines, including Lufthansa, Eurowings, and Swiss Air, have decided to suspend flights to Lebanon in mid-October, further exacerbating the decline in travel to the region.&nbsp;

Popular tourist destinations in the West Asia, such as Petra in Jordan and Egypt's Red Sea resorts, have long attracted visitors. These areas often feature as stops on packaged tours that also include travel to Israel. However, data from ForwardKeys indicates that ticket purchases for future trips to Israel experienced a dramatic 187 per cent drop between October 7 and October 19 when compared to the same period last year.&nbsp;

Shai Weiss, the Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Atlantic Airways, told&nbsp;Bloomberg&nbsp;how the war has deterred travel not only to Israel but also to surrounding areas in the West Asia. He explained, "The major impact has been, of course, that people are not flying into Israel and they're not flying also to the area - into Jordan, into Egypt, into other locations."&nbsp;

Weiss noted that the price of jet fuel has considerably risen since the conflict began, adding to the financial strain on airlines. United Airlines Holdings Inc. also expressed concern over the war's impact, forecasting quarterly profits well below Wall Street's expectations.&nbsp;

In an interview with Bloomberg, Weiss further indicated that the economic recovery in the travel industry lags behind that of the United States, saying, "The situation remains unpredictable."&nbsp;&nbsp;In contrast, Delta Air Lines Inc. CEO Ed Bastian expressed optimism, expecting a "good landing" for the US, suggesting that the recovery timeline varies among different regions.&nbsp;

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The ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, has led to a significant decline in flight bookings to the West Asia. A Reuters report cited recent data compiled by travel analysis firm ForwardKeys, which revealed that the repercussions of this conflict are being felt far beyond Israel's borders, affecting countries like Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon.

The ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, has led to a significant decline in flight bookings to the West Asia. A Reuters report cited recent data compiled by travel analysis firm ForwardKeys, which revealed that the repercussions of this conflict are being felt far beyond Israel's borders, affecting countries like Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon. As the violence escalated, a wave of flight cancellations to Israel ensued, prompting several global carriers to cease operations to the country due to security concerns. This disruption also led to the cancellation of trips to Israel by tour operators and a rapid decline in hotel bookings. However, the instability caused by the conflict has extended its reach, resulting in a substantial decrease in travel across the region. Ticket purchases for flights to Egypt have seen a stark decline of 26 per cent year-on-year, while travel to Jordan plummeted by 49 per cent, and bookings to Lebanon dropped by a staggering 74 per cent. Reuters quoted Olivier Ponti, Vice President of Insights at ForwardKeys, as saying, "Such a drastic reduction in travel demand is entirely anticipated, given the scale of the conflict and the ongoing humanitarian crisis." Several major airlines, including Lufthansa, Eurowings, and Swiss Air, have decided to suspend flights to Lebanon in mid-October, further exacerbating the decline in travel to the region. Popular tourist destinations in the West Asia, such as Petra in Jordan and Egypt's Red Sea resorts, have long attracted visitors. These areas often feature as stops on packaged tours that also include travel to Israel. However, data from ForwardKeys indicates that ticket purchases for future trips to Israel experienced a dramatic 187 per cent drop between October 7 and October 19 when compared to the same period last year. Shai Weiss, the Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Atlantic Airways, told Bloomberg how the war has deterred travel not only to Israel but also to surrounding areas in the West Asia. He explained, "The major impact has been, of course, that people are not flying into Israel and they're not flying also to the area - into Jordan, into Egypt, into other locations." Weiss noted that the price of jet fuel has considerably risen since the conflict began, adding to the financial strain on airlines. United Airlines Holdings Inc. also expressed concern over the war's impact, forecasting quarterly profits well below Wall Street's expectations. In an interview with Bloomberg, Weiss further indicated that the economic recovery in the travel industry lags behind that of the United States, saying, "The situation remains unpredictable." In contrast, Delta Air Lines Inc. CEO Ed Bastian expressed optimism, expecting a "good landing" for the US, suggesting that the recovery timeline varies among different regions. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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While flagging a "potential for terrorist attacks," the United States has urged for a "worldwide caution" for its citizens overseas, an official statement read. In a post on X, the US said, "Worldwide Caution: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against US citizens and interests, the Department of State."&nbsp;

The Israel-Hamas war is in its second week of chaos with casualties reported from both sides. This development comes after the heads of the FBI, along with British spy agency MI5, showed concerns that the ongoing war could lead to an increasing risk of domestic terrorist attacks. They cited potential dangers posed to Jewish communities, organisations, and other groups within the United Kingdom and the United States.

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FBI Director Christopher Wray said, “We cannot and do not discount the possibility that Hamas or other foreign terrorist organisations could exploit the conflict to call on their supporters to conduct attacks on our own soil”.

Protests have erupted worldwide in the wake of Hamas' attack on Israel. US Capitol police apprehended many protestors who joined in stage demonstrations at the building. A sea of protestors, primarily Jewish, gathered at the Capitol urging the Biden administration to seek a ceasefire in Gaza.&nbsp;

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A number of bomb threats have also been reported since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas. As many as 13 hostages held in Gaza by Hamas are believed to be Americans.&nbsp;

A 20-year-old, Mohammed Moguchkov, killed a school teacher in France last Friday (Oct 13). As per reports citing a sources, he was acting for the Islamic State (IS). The source reportedly said that Moguchkov also made a "very marginal" reference to the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel in the video prior to stabbing 57-year-old Dominique Bernard of the Lycee Gambetta High School in Arras.&nbsp;

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While flagging a "potential for terrorist attacks," the United States has urged for a "worldwide caution" for its citizens overseas, an official statement read. In a post on X, the US said, "Worldwide Caution: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against US citizens and interests, the Department of State.

While flagging a "potential for terrorist attacks," the United States has urged for a "worldwide caution" for its citizens overseas, an official statement read. In a post on X, the US said, "Worldwide Caution: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against US citizens and interests, the Department of State." The Israel-Hamas war is in its second week of chaos with casualties reported from both sides. This development comes after the heads of the FBI, along with British spy agency MI5, showed concerns that the ongoing war could lead to an increasing risk of domestic terrorist attacks. They cited potential dangers posed to Jewish communities, organisations, and other groups within the United Kingdom and the United States. Also Read | Rafah border crossing to open on Friday as pressure for aid to reach besieged civilians mounts FBI Director Christopher Wray said, “We cannot and do not discount the possibility that Hamas or other foreign terrorist organisations could exploit the conflict to call on their supporters to conduct attacks on our own soil”. Protests have erupted worldwide in the wake of Hamas' attack on Israel. US Capitol police apprehended many protestors who joined in stage demonstrations at the building. A sea of protestors, primarily Jewish, gathered at the Capitol urging the Biden administration to seek a ceasefire in Gaza. Also Read |'Early step in long journey': Google to manufacture Pixel phones in India A number of bomb threats have also been reported since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas. As many as 13 hostages held in Gaza by Hamas are believed to be Americans. A 20-year-old, Mohammed Moguchkov, killed a school teacher in France last Friday (Oct 13). As per reports citing a sources, he was acting for the Islamic State (IS). The source reportedly said that Moguchkov also made a "very marginal" reference to the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel in the video prior to stabbing 57-year-old Dominique Bernard of the Lycee Gambetta High School in Arras. Watch | Israel-Palestine War: Israel bombards Gaza from all sides, but what happens next? × World leaders are carrying out diplomatic visits to Arab nations, involved in negotiations with Hamas, and Israel to bring an end to the war. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak became the latest world leader to visit Israel in the wake of its war with Hamas. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Despite the cost-of-living crisis, nearly 80 per cent of travellers will spend at least 10 per cent more for sustainable travel arrangements, according to Euromonitor International research.

According to the Euromonitor report, Voice of the Consumer: Lifestyles Survey, 41 per cent of travellers are also willing to pay more than 30 per cent more for eco and adventure travel.

With a total of 17 top spots, Europe dominates the Sustainable Travel Index for 2023. Sweden continues to be at the top of the list, followed by Finland and Austria.

Apart from these European nations, Uruguay, a country in South America, has entered the top 20 for the first time, rising 15 spots from last year.

The Sustainable Travel Index enables countries to gauge their performance across key sustainability pillars to move from words to action. We bring the index results to life through case studies and provide a source of inspiration.

The two nations that have improved the most over the past five years are Egypt and the Maldives.

By developing resilient tourism, aided by its recovery from travel bans and the pandemic, and increasing average spend per arrival to improve value creation through tourism for the benefit of the &nbsp;local people, Egypt has outperformed other markets.

Melbourne tops the lists of sustainable cities

Melbourne has an ambitious target of achieving net zero emissions by 2040, placing it at the top of the sustainability pillar for Euromonitor’s Top City Destinations Index.

It is followed by the Spanish cities of Madrid and Seville, which are a part of the European Union’s Net Zero Cities project.

Melbourne has achieved a lot when it comes to sustainability, from greening streets and staging carbon-neutral events to retrofitting buildings to lower their carbon footprint and switch to renewable energy.

The top three tourist destinations in terms of sustainable tourism are Australia, Iceland, and New Zealand.

As long-haul destinations, Australia and New Zealand profit from the lengthy stays. New Zealand also leads the way in regenerative tourism, going beyond simple sustainability and trying to leave a beneficial legacy for future generations.

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Despite the cost-of-living crisis, nearly 80 per cent of travellers will spend at least 10 per cent more for sustainable travel arrangements, according to Euromonitor International research.

Despite the cost-of-living crisis, nearly 80 per cent of travellers will spend at least 10 per cent more for sustainable travel arrangements, according to Euromonitor International research. According to the Euromonitor report, Voice of the Consumer: Lifestyles Survey, 41 per cent of travellers are also willing to pay more than 30 per cent more for eco and adventure travel. With a total of 17 top spots, Europe dominates the Sustainable Travel Index for 2023. Sweden continues to be at the top of the list, followed by Finland and Austria. Apart from these European nations, Uruguay, a country in South America, has entered the top 20 for the first time, rising 15 spots from last year. The Sustainable Travel Index enables countries to gauge their performance across key sustainability pillars to move from words to action. We bring the index results to life through case studies and provide a source of inspiration. The two nations that have improved the most over the past five years are Egypt and the Maldives. By developing resilient tourism, aided by its recovery from travel bans and the pandemic, and increasing average spend per arrival to improve value creation through tourism for the benefit of the local people, Egypt has outperformed other markets. Melbourne tops the lists of sustainable cities Melbourne has an ambitious target of achieving net zero emissions by 2040, placing it at the top of the sustainability pillar for Euromonitor’s Top City Destinations Index. It is followed by the Spanish cities of Madrid and Seville, which are a part of the European Union’s Net Zero Cities project. Melbourne has achieved a lot when it comes to sustainability, from greening streets and staging carbon-neutral events to retrofitting buildings to lower their carbon footprint and switch to renewable energy. The top three tourist destinations in terms of sustainable tourism are Australia, Iceland, and New Zealand. As long-haul destinations, Australia and New Zealand profit from the lengthy stays. New Zealand also leads the way in regenerative tourism, going beyond simple sustainability and trying to leave a beneficial legacy for future generations. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Amid cost-of-living crisis, travellers will pay 10 pc more for sustainable travel: Euromonitor report

A remarkable post-pandemic revival is underway in the tourism sector. Foreign tourist arrivals surged by 106 percent in just the first half of 2023, reflecting the nation's enduring allure for dreamers, explorers and soul searchers.

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In the European nation of Austria, the climate Minister has offered free train travel for a year to anyone who gets a tattoo.

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The Indian passport's rank has improved in the latest Henley Passport Index. India's rank has gone up from 87 to 80. Indian can now travel to 57 destinations without a visa. Watch this video to know more.

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If you despise the burden of baggage and prefer to travel light, Japan Airlines has a groundbreaking solution for you.

The airline now offers the option to fly to Japan without cumbersome suitcases, thanks to a new initiative that encourages travellers to leave their luggage behind. Instead, passengers can rent clothes during their stay in the country, promoting sustainable tourism and providing convenience, reported the Financial Times.

This trial project, in collaboration with Sumitomo Corp, aims to reduce aircraft weight, fuel consumption, and ultimately carbon dioxide emissions. The experiment will run from July 5th, 2023, until August 2024.

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<h2>'Any wear, anywhere'</h2>

The concept, known as "Any Wear, Anywhere," allows passengers to select outfits of their choice and size through a dedicated website before boarding their Japan Airlines flight.

Travellers are only required to pack their undergarments and a toothbrush, leaving the bulky suitcases behind. Through the website, they can choose up to eight outfits, tailored to seasonal needs, for a duration of two weeks.

The wardrobe options include three sizes (small, medium, and large) with various styles, ranging from smart to smart casual and mixed.

Prices for a set of rented clothes range from ¥4,000 to ¥7,000 (approximately 28.13&nbsp;US$&nbsp;to 49.22&nbsp;US$). For example, during the summer months, women can select linen shirts, trousers, and ankle-length skirts, with a combination of five tops and three bottoms costing ¥5,000 (approximately 35.16&nbsp;US$). Men opting for a casual winter trip could rent faded jeans, a hoodie, and a jacket for ¥7,000 (approximately 49.22&nbsp;US$).

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The clothes provided are sourced from excess stock held by retailers and second-hand garments collected by a parent company.

Once customers make their apparel selections, the rented clothes will be delivered to their hotel or accommodation before their arrival.

At the end of their trip, the clothes will be collected, laundered, and recycled. Renters will be responsible for any damages incurred during their usage.

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If you despise the burden of baggage and prefer to travel light, Japan Airlines has a groundbreaking solution for you. The airline now offers the option to fly to Japan without cumbersome suitcases, thanks to a new initiative that encourages travellers to leave their luggage behind.

If you despise the burden of baggage and prefer to travel light, Japan Airlines has a groundbreaking solution for you. The airline now offers the option to fly to Japan without cumbersome suitcases, thanks to a new initiative that encourages travellers to leave their luggage behind. Instead, passengers can rent clothes during their stay in the country, promoting sustainable tourism and providing convenience, reported the Financial Times. This trial project, in collaboration with Sumitomo Corp, aims to reduce aircraft weight, fuel consumption, and ultimately carbon dioxide emissions. The experiment will run from July 5th, 2023, until August 2024. Also read | Japanese wages break records: Fastest growth in 28 years ignites stimulus exit debate 'Any wear, anywhere' The concept, known as "Any Wear, Anywhere," allows passengers to select outfits of their choice and size through a dedicated website before boarding their Japan Airlines flight. Travellers are only required to pack their undergarments and a toothbrush, leaving the bulky suitcases behind. Through the website, they can choose up to eight outfits, tailored to seasonal needs, for a duration of two weeks. The wardrobe options include three sizes (small, medium, and large) with various styles, ranging from smart to smart casual and mixed. Prices for a set of rented clothes range from ¥4,000 to ¥7,000 (approximately 28.13 US$ to 49.22 US$). For example, during the summer months, women can select linen shirts, trousers, and ankle-length skirts, with a combination of five tops and three bottoms costing ¥5,000 (approximately 35.16 US$). Men opting for a casual winter trip could rent faded jeans, a hoodie, and a jacket for ¥7,000 (approximately 49.22 US$). Also watch | Russian hackers demand ransom to restore systems after targeting Japan's port The clothes provided are sourced from excess stock held by retailers and second-hand garments collected by a parent company. Once customers make their apparel selections, the rented clothes will be delivered to their hotel or accommodation before their arrival. At the end of their trip, the clothes will be collected, laundered, and recycled. Renters will be responsible for any damages incurred during their usage. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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On the eve of Independence Day, US airports saw severe travel havoc as more than 100 million people were under extreme weather warnings. On Monday alone, more than 3,000 flights inside, into, or out of the US were delayed or cancelled.

US: Foul weather, tech glitches and staffing shortages cause chaos at the airports

Showcasing a very unique talent, packing expert Chelsea Dickenson has been showing the world how it is possible to travel with many clothes and still avoid airline baggage allowance. 
 
Even though this may sound impossible, Dickenson believes, “You can absolutely pack smaller than you think, I promise you, you can. “And I’m going to go out there and say that it will make your holiday better,” she tells CNN Travel. 
 
33-year-old traveller Dickenson has been running the website Cheap Holiday Expert which provides tips and tricks for going on budget-friendly vacations. Dickenson, who is a frequent flyer, takes pride in travelling light. If she faces a shortage of space, Dickenson is an expert at coming up with unexpected solutions.

<h2 lang="en-US">Fishing vest packing hack</h2>

Among many ways of travelling, Dickenson has a viral fishing vest packing hack in which she travels with a zip-up, multi-pocketed vest designed for fishing equipment. While boarding a recent EasyJet flight from London to Lisbon, the traveller wore the vest and filled its pockets with miscellaneous items which ranged from a bikini to a laptop.

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“With the fishing vest – it’s a jacket. What do you do with your jackets? You put them in a tray. Do you take everything out of your pockets? No, you don’t. Not in a normal jacket – so why would you do it in a fishing vest? It’s completely the same,” said Dickenson, while stating that airport security staff are not concerned about baggage allowance, all they care about is that illegal items are not being transported by the travellers and too many liquids are not being carried by them. 
 
Dickenson as well as her fishing vest also “sailed through” the gate. After boarding the plane, the expert took off the jacket and kept it in one of the overhead bins.

<h2 lang="en-US">Packing hacks</h2>

Dickenson has shared several packing hacks with thousands of her followers on TikTok and Instagram and the fishing vest is just one of them. While boarding a flight from London to Vienna with Wizz Air, Dickenson removed the memory foam in her travel neck pillow and used the space to fill her seven pairs of underwear, five pairs of socks, a pair of leggings and two t-shirts.

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The travel pillow was placed by her into a security tray “without a hitch” and it cleared through the gate with “no questions asked”. Dickenson also stuffed the bra with clothes, and wore it over her clothes, covering it with a coat. 
 
Dickenson removed the bra while going through security to escape any embarrassment, however, she wore it again at the gate. Dickenson said that the “ridiculous and the pay off isn’t big enough”. 
 
“The neck pillow was a big win, because not only have I done it – I have had loads of messages from people who have done it as well,” she added.&nbsp;

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Showcasing a very unique talent, packing expert Chelsea Dickenson has been showing the world how it is possible to travel with many clothes and still avoid airline baggage allowance.

Showcasing a very unique talent, packing expert Chelsea Dickenson has been showing the world how it is possible to travel with many clothes and still avoid airline baggage allowance. Even though this may sound impossible, Dickenson believes, “You can absolutely pack smaller than you think, I promise you, you can. “And I’m going to go out there and say that it will make your holiday better,” she tells CNN Travel. 33-year-old traveller Dickenson has been running the website Cheap Holiday Expert which provides tips and tricks for going on budget-friendly vacations. Dickenson, who is a frequent flyer, takes pride in travelling light. If she faces a shortage of space, Dickenson is an expert at coming up with unexpected solutions. Fishing vest packing hack Among many ways of travelling, Dickenson has a viral fishing vest packing hack in which she travels with a zip-up, multi-pocketed vest designed for fishing equipment. While boarding a recent EasyJet flight from London to Lisbon, the traveller wore the vest and filled its pockets with miscellaneous items which ranged from a bikini to a laptop. ALSO READ | Dingo bites sunbathing tourist on Australian beach “With the fishing vest – it’s a jacket. What do you do with your jackets? You put them in a tray. Do you take everything out of your pockets? No, you don’t. Not in a normal jacket – so why would you do it in a fishing vest? It’s completely the same,” said Dickenson, while stating that airport security staff are not concerned about baggage allowance, all they care about is that illegal items are not being transported by the travellers and too many liquids are not being carried by them. Dickenson as well as her fishing vest also “sailed through” the gate. After boarding the plane, the expert took off the jacket and kept it in one of the overhead bins. Packing hacks Dickenson has shared several packing hacks with thousands of her followers on TikTok and Instagram and the fishing vest is just one of them. While boarding a flight from London to Vienna with Wizz Air, Dickenson removed the memory foam in her travel neck pillow and used the space to fill her seven pairs of underwear, five pairs of socks, a pair of leggings and two t-shirts. WATCH | Travel bug 'bites' Indians The travel pillow was placed by her into a security tray “without a hitch” and it cleared through the gate with “no questions asked”. Dickenson also stuffed the bra with clothes, and wore it over her clothes, covering it with a coat. Dickenson removed the bra while going through security to escape any embarrassment, however, she wore it again at the gate. Dickenson said that the “ridiculous and the pay off isn’t big enough”. “The neck pillow was a big win, because not only have I done it – I have had loads of messages from people who have done it as well,” she added. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Destinus, a European startup, aims to develop a hydrogen-powered hypersonic airplane to significantly reduce travel time from Europe to Australia to just over four hours. They have conducted successful test flights and received funding from the Spanish Ministry of Science for hydrogen-powered supersonic flight development.

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