Digital Nomad? Here’s the Travel Insurance You Actually Need

Key features of digital nomad travel insurance Traditional travel insurance typically applies to common inconveniences like delays, cancellations, lost luggage, and medical emergencies, with the option to add a plethora of extras such as adventure...

Today in Africa — October 13, 2025: Madagascar’s President Flees Country, Seychelles Elects New President After Run-Off Election, Cameroon Awaits Election Results

NEWS Family members of a protester killed during the uprising in Madagascar carry the casket atop a van, surrounded by protesters and residents during a rally demanding the resignation of President Andry Rajoelina in Antananarivo, on October 13,...

Travellers from 11 more countries can now use NZ's eGates

Customs has announced that eligible ePassport holders from eleven additional countries and territories can now use New Zealand's automated eGates for both arrivals and departures. Travellers aged 10 and over from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico,...

Seychelles’ Patrick Herminie wins presidential run-off election

Seychelles’ opposition leader, Patrick Herminie (62), has won the country’s presidential race, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off vote, according to the local electoral commission. Herminie won 52.7% of the vote, while...

Travel Insurance Is Becoming Mandatory In More Destinations. Here’s What You Need To Know

Travel insurance is becoming mandatory in more destinations, including large parts of Europe. getty Remember those travel insurance requirements during the pandemic? They're back. A growing number of countries aren't just suggesting you buy...

Former speaker Patrick Herminie wins Seychelles presidential election

Former Seychelles parliament speaker Patrick Herminie defeated President Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off election, official results showed on Sunday, restoring full control of the archipelago nation's government to its longtime ruling party....

7 unusual getaways less than 4 hours from Dubai to travel

The upcoming winter is the perfect opportunity to trade Dubai’s glittering skyline for an unforgettable getaway—and you don’t need to venture far to experience something extraordinary. Whether you’re craving pristine beaches, misty mountains, or...

Seychelles’s Patrick Herminie wins presidential run-off election

Published On 12 Oct 202512 Oct 2025 Seychelles’s opposition leader, Patrick Herminie, has won the country’s presidential race, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off vote, according to the electoral commission. Herminie won 52.7...

Seychelles opposition leader wins presidential run-off

Seychelles' opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential run-off on Sunday, electoral commission results showed, after a race dominated by environmental and economic concerns. The Indian Ocean archipelago nation has the highest wealth...

Patrick Herminie wins presidential runoff election in Seychelles

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in Saturday’s runoff vote, according to official results released early on Sunday. Herminie garnered 52.7 per cent of the...

Seychelles votes in closely contested presidential run-off election

Voters in Seychelles have been casting their ballots in a tightly fought presidential run-off between incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan and opposition leader Patrick Herminie. Polls opened in the African island nation on Saturday, with results expected...

Opposition leader Herminie wins presidential runoff election in Seychelles

President-elect Patrick Herminie gives a speech after winning the runoff presidential election at the Electoral Commission Headquarters in Victoria, Seychelles on Oct 12. (AP) VICTORIA, Seychelles, Oct 12, (AP): Opposition leader Patrick Herminie...

Opposition leader wins presidential vote in Seychelles

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff vote, according to official results released early Sunday. Herminie garnered 52.7% of the vote, with Ramkalawan...

The Bali-alternative holiday destination set to be big next year is scrapping visas for Brits

THE bucket list destination of Sri Lanka is set to get rid of complicated visas for British travellers. The country that's even smaller than Ireland has revealed it has scrapped its lengthy visa for a much simpler ETA application. 4 Sri Lanka is...

Where are Indians planning to travel in 2026? Here are top 10 destinations: Jorhat in Assam to Chiang Rai in Thailand

As the festive season inches closer, and people start planning their long-weekend and year-end trips, knowing where to travel is the first and foremost concern. While some want to escape the bustle of city life, others seek to travel to an...

Former speaker Herminie wins Seychelles election

Former Seychelles parliament speaker Patrick Herminie has defeated President Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off election, official results showed, restoring full control of the archipelago nation's government to its longtime ruling party. Herminie's...

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie wins Seychelles presidential polls

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie has won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in the runoff vote. Herminie garnered 52.7 per cent of the votes, with Ramkalawan taking 47.3 per cent. Herminie...

The forgotten winter sun hotspot making spectacular return for Brit tourists in months

Brits will soon be able to enjoy the balmy year-round temperatures and beautiful beaches at this beautiful, long-forgotten resort destination as a major airline has announced its return. British airline TUI is reintroducing direct flights from a...

World AFP Seychelles opposition leader wins presidential run-off

Seychelles' opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential run-off on Sunday, electoral commission results showed, after a race dominated by environmental and economic concerns. The Indian Ocean archipelago nation has the highest wealth...

Seychelles diplomat demands access to $1M container in West Harrison

A diplomat who used to live at a West Harrison estate has sued the current owner for more than $1 million for allegedly refusing to allow him to remove a storage container he left behind more than four years ago. Daniel Justin Etzin, consul...