Benny Collins

Travel will be disrupted throughout Sanya, China from April 22 to 30 during the 2026 Asian Beach Games.

From April 22 to April 30, the 2026 Asian Beach Games will take place in Sanya, China, across multiple locations. The Asian Beach Games are an event held every four years, featuring 14 sports and nearly 2,000 athletes from at least 45 countries. The event will cause localized road closures, traffic congestion, and public transportation delays. Local security will increase significantly due to the event. Nearly 118,000 tickets have already been sold for the event.

Expect travel disruptions on April 13 due to taxi industry protests in Rīga, Daugavpils, and Jelgava, Latvia.

Taxi drivers will stage major protests on April 13 in Rīga, Daugavpils, and Jelgava. The demonstrations advocate for a fair taxi industry that encourages healthy competition and new entrants to the market. Activities will include large convoys that are expected to significantly slow or halt traffic, as well as rallies and press conferences. All necessary permits have been obtained for the protest, and a large police presence will be deployed to ensure the safety of all involved.

Intense weather will hit multiple cities across Japan from April 4-7, bringing strong winds and heavy rain.

A low-pressure system will impact southern Japan from April 4-7. Flights, rails, and road travel may be disrupted by rain and poor visibility. Flooding is likely in low-lying areas, and strong winds may cause damage or blow away unsecured items. Gale advisories, meaning winds of 39–54 MPH, have been issued for Kadena, Kitanakagusuku, Uruma, Yomitan, Onna, Chatan, and additional high wave and thunderstorm advisories have been issued for Okinawa.

Anticipate heightened security in São Paulo, Brazil after military police clashed with protesters on March 26.

Expect heightened security in São Paulo, Brazil, after military police forcibly dispersed a protest on March 26. Authorities deployed military police after students stormed the Education Department and illegally occupied the building. Local authorities report that officers used pepper spray to disperse the protestors. Official reports claim that there were no injuries to protestors, while reports from protesters contradict this. Anticipate a heightened security presence in the coming days.

Cyclone Narelle brings destructive winds, severe flooding, and hazardous conditions towards Pilbara, Australia, over the coming days.

Destructive winds and heavy rainfall will increase as Tropical Cyclone Narelle continues to hit northern Australia. The storm has made landfall three times since March 20 near Cape York, the Gulf of Carpentaria, and Kimberley. Authorities have urged people in the Pilbara region of Western Australia to shelter in place. Winds will reach up to 160 miles per hour, which, combined with heavy rain, can lead to floods, power outages, and major structural damage.

Transportation workers will strike in several cities across Germany from March 18 until March 20; anticipate transportation disruptions.

An ongoing strike will continue to impact bus, tram, rail, and air travel. Berlin Brandenburg Airport has suspended flights throughout the day on March 18. Hamburg, Bavaria, and North Rhine-Westphalia will experience disruptions to bus, tram, and rail services on March 19, with impacts in Hamburg expected to last until March 20. If strike organizers and airport management cannot reach agreements, additional strikes will cause travel disruptions.

Police presence will increase in Amsterdam, Netherlands, over the coming days amid a search for bombing suspects.

Authorities are investigating an explosion at a Jewish school on March 14. The building sustained minor damage, and there were no reported casualties. A previous explosion at a synagogue in Rotterdam has led authorities to believe the incident may have been a deliberate attack. Expect heightened security near the school and other Jewish institutions as police search for two unidentified suspects.

Measles cases continue to increase in Italy, with spikes expected to last through July; ensure immunization before traveling.

Measles cases are expected to peak between March and April, with high rates lasting through July. A total of 84 cases have been reported in 2026, an increase from the 6 cases reported in 2025 and the 30 cases reported in 2024 at the same time of year. The virus is highly contagious, with common symptoms including fever, cough, and rash. Measles can be prevented through immunization.

Major travel delays are expected during 24-hour rail worker strike in Italy starting at 9:00 PM on February 27.

Railway staff from multiple unions will strike across Italy from 9:00 PM on February 27 to 9:00 PM on February 28. Authorities expect the strike will mostly delay large-scale train rides across Italy. Rail providers promise to continue updates for travelers on the status of their trips. With the additional crowds from the Olympics and Paralympics delays are expected to carry significant impacts on travelers.

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