Israel: new entry formalities based on the American ESTA model
French and Belgian business travellers will have to apply for an electronic travel authorisation to enter Israel from 1 August.
Air France-KLM revises hold baggage charges
Since 4 June, Air France and KLM have been offering a new price scale for excess baggage, with a three-stage price increase.
Record fines and refunds for US airlines
The US Department of Transportation has forced the hand of airlines refusing to reimburse passengers for flights cancelled during Covid.
Thailand finally authorises free 60-day visas
After several months of reflection and prevarication, the Thai government has finally announced that it will allow visitors to stay for 60 days without a visa. This applies in particular to business travellers from France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Switzerland...
More than a year's wait for a US visa in France
The American consular services are overwhelmed in France, as in many other countries, making the wait for a visa appointment more than a year.
Visa on arrival extended until the end of 2025 for French nationals in China
Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to France has been accompanied by a relaxation of visa policy for Chinese and French business travellers.
Amex GBT barometer: cost control, safety and environmental responsibility
Controlling costs, reducing carbon footprints, ensuring the safety of travellers: the Amex GBT 2024 barometer highlights the priorities surrounding business travel.
US government bans surprise passenger surcharges
The Biden administration has announced the introduction of regulations in the United States to protect consumers against surprise costs imposed by airlines.
All of French-speaking Europe now visa-free for China
China has announced that it is extending its temporary visa exemption policy to six new European countries, including Belgium, Luxembourg and Switzerland. These countries join France.
A Schengen-style visa for the Persian Gulf States
The countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are finalising the launch of a common visa for tourists modelled on the Schengen visa. According to the most optimistic observers, it should be available before the end of the year, or by 2025 at the latest.
Malawi now visa-free
Malawi has decided to abolish visas for visitors from 47 nations, including most of the countries of the European Union, including France and Belgium.
Selectour surveys its main suppliers on their CSR commitments
At the request of its corporate customers, the network is carrying out a survey of its largest suppliers to find out their level of commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
France tops the league for all-purpose passports
France is in first place in the 2024 ranking of passports that open the doors to the greatest number of destinations.
China, ever more open to international visitors
A new series of measures adopted by the Chinese government will enable international travellers - including the French - to benefit from simplified entry conditions when visiting China.
Hilton: official launch of its dedicated SME programme
Hilton's Hilton for Business programme includes booking and managing travel programmes, discounted fares and bonus points to appeal to SMEs.
Kenya: replacing visas with electronic travel authorisations (eTA)
Travellers planning a trip to Kenya can now benefit from the visa waiver system, which came into operation on 5 January.
Interview with Delphine Millot Delphine Millot, Senior Vice-President, Sustainable Development (GBTA)
Delphine Millot is responsible for sustainable development at the GBTA. Optimistic about the involvement of the business travel industry, she remains lucid about the challenges facing the sector in 2024 and beyond.
Bulgaria and Romania: partial entry into the Schengen area
The resistance of certain European Union countries to the full integration of Bulgaria and Romania into the Schengen area has given rise to a typical EU compromise...
Which will be the world's most expensive cities in 2023?
Singapore and Zurich are the world's most expensive cities, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit's (EIU) annual ranking of the cost of living in the world's major cities.
BusinessToGo: with Lufthansa Group and Navan, business travel made easy
BusinessToGo is now available in France. The new global solution from Lufthansa Group and Navan promises to revolutionise business travel management for SMEs and beyond.
