How to travel to Syria in 2025 (with new Government)

How to travel to Syria in 2025 (with new Government)

By Joan Torres 361 Comments Last updated on May 14, 2025 Wanna travel to Syria with Against the Compass? Join a group of like-minded travelers in our next scheduled tour in Syria on: Sept 23rd to 30th, 2025 This travel guide to Syria was originally written after my...
Cuba: No Need to Pay the Airport Tax

Cuba: No Need to Pay the Airport Tax

Cuba’s government is betting on renewed tourism, scrapping a $30 airport tax for travelers from the U.S. and elsewhere. This change, effective May 1st, 2025, seeks to boost the island’s appeal as a destination and, hopefully, get its economy humming again,...