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The European Union Aviation Safety Agency advised airlines to avoid Jordanian airspace as regional military activity intensified. Existing warnings covering several Gulf and Middle Eastern areas were also extended through August. Authorities said active defence systems and the possibility of civilian aircraft being misidentified created significant risks for commercial aviation operations.

Chef Gordon Ramsay has opened The Carnaby, a British-inspired restaurant in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District in California. The family-oriented gastropub serves interpretations of well-known British dishes, including beef Wellington, fish and chips and sticky toffee pudding. The restaurant represents another expansion of Ramsay’s international hospitality and dining business.

Argentine football supporters have rushed to secure flights to the United States after Argentina qualified for the World Cup final against Spain. Demand increased following Argentina’s semifinal victory over England. The title match, scheduled for July 19 in New Jersey, is attracting last-minute international travel despite limited availability and higher prices.

Taiwan, home to 168 islands surrounded by the Pacific, East China Sea, and Taiwan Strait, offers stunning beaches rivalling Thailand with a fraction of the crowds. While Thailand draws 32 million tourists annually, Taiwan welcomed just 8.5 million in 2025, making it Southeast Asia's most underrated island destination.

The Julius Baer Global Wealth & Lifestyle Report 2026 places Bangkok 10th among the world’s priciest cities for high-net-worth lifestyles. The Thai capital tops globally in men’s suits, women’s shoes, and MBA fees, ranks 2nd for cars, as global luxury costs surge 10.2% year-on-year.

Bangkok’s World in One Bite 2026: EAT WITH SMILE is underway until July 12 at Central Embassy and Central Chidlom. The festival features over 150 restaurants, 120 food pop-ups, live experiences and interactive art installations by 3LANDBOY, celebrating global flavours, creativity and Thailand’s vibrant culinary scene.

Thailand is set to end its 60-day visa-free stay policy, with most eligible travelers reverting to a 30-day stay once the new rules officially take effect. The changes aim to curb misuse of the system while promoting quality tourism. Travelers should review their visa options and plan accordingly.

Thailand’s National Park Committee approved the removal of more than 155,000 rai from Thap Lan National Park under the One Map initiative to address overlapping land claims. Review of another 109,000 rai remains pending while authorities verify land rights within six months. Officials said World Heritage designation will remain unaffected.

Air India has launched a new nonstop route between Mumbai and Tokyo Haneda, beginning June 15, while also expanding services to Vietnam with direct Delhi–Hanoi flights. The new routes are part of the airline’s strategy to strengthen its presence across Asia and improve connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.

Swiss voters are deciding whether to cap the country’s population at 10 million by 2050 in a referendum backed by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party. Supporters say immigration is straining housing and public services, while critics warn the measure could hurt the economy and jeopardize Switzerland’s free-movement agreement with the…