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The United States’ first ‘self-deportation’ flight lands in Honduras
(L) A young man (R) greets relatives in the vicinity of the Ramon Villeda Morales airport, where he arrived self-deported from the United States, in San Pedro Sula on May 19, 2025. (Photo by ORLANDO SIERRA/AFP via Getty Images) / (R) A young woman...

Canada coach Jesse Marsch understands why some fans may not want to travel to U.S. for Gold Cup
Open this photo in gallery:Canada head coach Jesse Marsch reacts during the first half of a CONCACAF Nations League semi-final soccer match against Mexico on March 20, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif.Etienne Laurent/The Associated Press Canada coach...

When does the Etias scheme start for UK travellers? Everything you need to know
The launch of the EU’s European Travel Information and Authorisation System (Etias) has been postponed until the final quarter of 2026, with the exact date still to be announced. The long delayed visa waiver system is designed to work in...

On Her Mind: Tulsa woman shares taste of world travels
A Tulsa woman is opening her home and sharing a taste of her world travels with Green Country and empowering women in the process. Chef Shannon Smith is preparing to host 'A Night in India' dinner party. She travels the world, tries all of the...

Honduran woman and children to voluntarily leave U.S. after husband's ICE detention
HOUSTON - A Honduran woman and her five children have decided to voluntarily leave the United States after her husband was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Houston, despite having no criminal record. What they're saying:...

Phoenix coffee shop wins gold for best coffee in US and Canada
The Global Coffee Awards announced its US and Canada edition winners and one Phoenix coffee shop snagged gold. The GCA recognizes the best specialty coffee roasters and producers in the world. A panel of judges blind taste the coffees submitted...

What Is Chikungunya? CDC Issues Disease Vaccine Notice to Older Travelers
The U.S. government is advising travelers aged 60 and older to hold off on receiving the chikungunya vaccine as federal health agencies investigate potential side effects. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug...

Inside Spain: Rise of the foreign autónomo and the fight against tourismphobia
In this week’s Inside Spain we look at how the record number of foreign self-employed workers are ensuring the Spanish economy stays afloat, and how popular tourist towns and British tour operators want to put a stop to 'tourismphobia'. In the...

Honduran Taekwondo athlete trains in Aruba
5 Honduran Taekwondo athlete Mayra Cartagena has arrived in Aruba to train with local athlete Maelynn Fradl as part of their preparation for upcoming competitions. In combat sports, training under realistic competition conditions is essential. In...

Honduras Wheelchair Distribution Brings Mobility to 280 Individuals
Tegucigalpa, Honduras — In July 2024, the Wheelchair Foundation conducted a mission trip in Tegucigalpa, where volunteers distributed 280 wheelchairs to individuals in need. The initiative was part of the foundation’s “From The Heart” school...

El Salvador Anticipates 300,000 Tourists During Holiday Season.
El Salvador’s Minister of Tourism, Morena Valdez, has announced a projection of 300,000 tourists visiting the country between November and December, contributing to a total of 3.8 million visitors for 2024. This influx is expected to generate...

U.S. announces travel assistance, stipend for voluntary self-deportation
United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a historic opportunity for illegal aliens to receive both financial and travel assistance to facilitate travel back to their home country through the CBP Home App. According to the...

US Govt Offers Travel Assistance, $1,000 Stipend For Voluntary Self-Deportation
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Monday announced its intention to offer travel assistance, including a $1,000 stipend to be paid to illegal immigrants who agree to be deported to their home countries. A statement by the DHS said that...

U.S. government to pay $1,000 travel stipend to illegal migrants who self-deport
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has launched a program that offers illegal migrants a $1,000 stipend and travel assistance if they voluntarily return to their home country using the CBP Home App. According to an official statement...

US offers $1,000 stipend, travel assistance to undocumented immigrants who ‘self-deport’
The United States on Monday said that it would offer a $1,000 stipend and travel assistance to undocumented immigrants who elect to “self-deport” from the country. “Self-deportation is a dignified way to leave the US and will allow illegal aliens...
1st ALBA-TCP International Tourism Fair to be held in 2026
HAVANA, Cuba, May 5 (ACN) The 1st International Tourism Fair of the Bolivarian Alliance for the People of the Americas - Peoples' Trade Agreement (ALBA-TCP) will be held in 2026, as part of the agreements reached at the 7th Meeting of Ministers...

U.S. offers $1,000 and free travel for undocumented migrants to voluntarily leave
In a move aimed at reducing deportation costs, the Trump administration has introduced a new program offering undocumented migrants $1,000 and fully paid travel if they voluntarily return to their home countries. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi...

Tourism Director General Regards Routes Americas 2025 Conference Delegates Key To The Future Of Air Travel In The Americas
- Advertisement - Atlantis, Paradise Island, The Bahamas – Director General of Tourism Latia Duncombe said The Bahamas remains committed as a leader in visitor experience, as more than 1,000 participants were welcomed to Routes Americas 2025 at...

DHS Announces Historic Travel Assistance and Stipend for Voluntary Self-Deportation
The First Illegal Alien to Utilize Travel Assistance has Already Returned to Honduras WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a historic opportunity for illegal aliens to receive both financial and travel...

US Offers $1,000 And Pay For Travel To Migrants Who Self-Deport
Washington: The Trump administration said Monday it will pay for the travel and give $1,000 to undocumented migrants who "self-deport" back to their home country. "If you are here illegally, self-deportation is the best, safest and most...