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The Summer Operation in the Baixada Santista, aimed at ensuring tourist safety, has been extended until March 1st due to increased tourist arrivals post-Carnival.

A new post-Brexit deal allows for smoother border crossings at Gibraltar, eliminating routine passport checks for daily crossers while implementing dual checks for air and sea arrivals.

A new post-Brexit deal outlines that Schengen rules will apply at the Gibraltar border, eliminating routine passport checks for daily crossers while introducing dual checks for air and sea arrivals.

The UK sees a decrease in the number of asylum seekers housed in hotels, coinciding with an increase in small boat arrivals.

A new report indicates a stabilization in the number of irregular migrant arrivals in Italy, attributed to increased interception activities at sea.

Lisbon's tourism strategy focuses on generating long-term economic stability rather than merely increasing visitor numbers, leading to growth in revenue per available room.

The article reports that the Czech Republic currently hosts 400,000 Ukrainian refugees, with young men among the latest arrivals.

Simona Mohamsson argues in a Dagens Nyheter opinion piece that cultural integration in Sweden can begin with simple traditions like enjoying a semla, emphasizing the importance of cultural understanding for new arrivals.

International tourism has accelerated in 2025, with Egypt emerging as a top country for tourism recovery with a 20% increase in foreign arrivals.

Egypt has emerged as a leader in the recovery of international tourism, experiencing a 20% increase in foreign arrivals in 2025.

Celebrities arrive at the BAFTAs 2026 in London, gathering ahead of the ceremony hosted by Alan Cumming.

This week's book list features new arrivals, highlighting debut novels and exploring themes such as vibrations and leftist techniques.

Officials from Crete expect an increase in tourist arrivals from Germany due to participation in key tourism exhibitions in Germany.

The Los Cabos Tourism Trust (Fiturca) predicts a 2% growth in traveler arrivals this year, driven by the World Cup and new international air connectivity.

Following Viradouro's victory, Rio's carnival schools are undergoing significant changes ahead of the 2027 parades, including departures and new arrivals among key personnel.

The new cruise season in Mykonos will start on March 20 and run until December 6, featuring 778 cruise ship arrivals.

During this year's Carnival, Salvador's airport experienced the highest passenger flow since 2018, with over 1,400 arrivals and departures.

Chinese tourist arrivals to Japan declined sharply by 41% in January, exacerbated by rising tensions between the two nations.

Croatia is implementing measures to combat the negative effects of tourist overcrowding, including limiting vacation rentals and restricting cruise ship arrivals in Dubrovnik.

Carnival in Tatuí, Brazil, is expected to boost candy sales by 40% this year due to increased tourist arrivals.

Ethiopia sees a 15% rise in international tourist arrivals in 2025, contributing to Africa's rapid tourism growth according to a UN report.

The long Carnival holiday has brought record tourist arrivals to Mar del Plata, Argentina, despite some challenging weather conditions.

Florida has become the top destination for foreign migrants, surpassing Texas, California, and New York in terms of new arrivals in the past year.

Greece has issued a European arrest warrant for Norwegian activist Tommy Olsen, founder of Aegean Boat Report, over allegations of human trafficking and facilitating illegal entry of migrants.

Drivers in eastern Munich are warned to expect significant traffic disruptions due to the Security Conference and the start of the Bavarian Carnival holidays, with possible highway closures lasting up to one hour.

The US has suspended all flights at El Paso International Airport due to unspecified security concerns, affecting arrivals and departures.

Leonardo DiCaprio and Emma Stone were among the star-studded arrivals at the annual pre-Oscars luncheon ahead of the 98th Academy Awards.

The city of Búzios in Brazil is set to receive approximately 60,000 cruise passengers in February with numerous ship arrivals throughout the month.

Lanús and Talleres ended their match in a thrilling 1-1 tie, with goals scored in the dying minutes of the game.

The United Kingdom will tighten entry procedures for travelers starting February 25, requiring all arrivals to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).

Slovenia has become an increasingly popular destination for Croatian tourism, especially outside the main summer months, with a significant increase in arrivals and overnight stays from Slovenian visitors.

Dimitris Danikas's Movie Guide highlights new film arrivals and praises the aesthetic triumph of the German masterpiece 'The Sound of the Fall' alongside the Russian film 'Two Prosecutors'.

Malpensa Airport sees a record number of arrivals for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, welcoming 1,400 individuals with their sports equipment and luggage ahead of the event's opening on February 6.

Immigration to Germany decreased further in 2024, with about 1.69 million arrivals, marking a 12.3% decline from 2023, according to the government's migration report.

In 2024, Germany saw 1.69 million arrivals and 1.26 million departures, resulting in a net migration gain of 430,000.

The Corfu Port Authority plans to establish Corfu as a year-round cruise destination with 562 cruise ship arrivals expected in 2026, reflecting a 20.3% increase in passenger numbers from the previous year.

Taxi drivers at Gardermoen are deceiving both their colleagues and customers by entering the arrivals hall to capture fares before passengers reach the ordering machine, effectively skipping the taxi queue and overcharging customers.

The Port Authority of Corfu has announced plans for 562 cruise ship arrivals in 2026, indicating a 20.3% increase compared to the previous year and aiming to establish Corfu as a year-round cruise destination of high value.

Deutsche Bahn aims to improve punctuality with a new direct connection between northern and southern Germany, following a significant drop in on-time arrivals this past January.

Croatia experienced a successful tourism year, with over 21.8 million tourist arrivals and more than 110 million overnight stays, with Polish tourists accounting for 7.32 million nights, marking a 3.33% increase.

Migrant crossings in the English Channel hit a five-year low in January due to harsh weather conditions, with fewer than 1,000 arrivals recorded.

The article discusses Spain's approach to managing mass immigration and the recent notable trend of regularizing undocumented immigrants, contrasting it with immigration policies in the rest of Europe and the United States.

Irregular migrant arrivals in Europe have decreased to the lowest level since 2021, with a significant 63% drop on the Canary route due to fewer departures from Morocco, Mauritania, and Senegal.

Spain registered another record year in 2025 for foreign visitor arrivals, reaching 97 million but falling short of the expected 100 million tourists.

Several airports across Europe have imposed restrictions on departures and arrivals as a severe cold wave affects the continent.

Residents of Greenland express fear and anxiety over potential American military presence following comments made by Donald Trump regarding the island's status.

Zagreb experienced a successful Advent season with a recorded 163,763 arrivals and 310,361 overnight stays, marking increases from the previous year and highlighting visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Germany, Italy, and Austria.

The article discusses the first arrivals of wines from the challenging 2025 harvest, highlighting the blend of joy, pain, labor, and unpredictable weather faced by winemakers.

Tourism to Israel has seen a significant increase in arrivals, with 1.3 million visitors in 2024, marking a 38% rise from the previous year but still significantly lower than pre-war levels.

Niguarda Hospital, recognized by Newsweek as Italy's best public hospital for 2025, is managing an average of 300 emergency room arrivals daily alongside the care of eleven critically burned patients from the Crans-Montana fire, with some showing slight improvements.