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European Sleepers New Brussels-Milan Route Delayed Until September

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Ticket sales for the new route start on 17 March 2026. Read more

Trains, Trams And Buses Face Disruption Across Germany As 48-hour Strikes Begin On Friday

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The two-day walkout is expected to plunge travel into chaos, affecting millions of passengers. Read more

Mexico Travel: Your Rights During Civil Unrest Explained After Cartel Boss Killing Sparked Violence

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While the situation in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara appears to have returned to normal, many travellers have faced di... Read more

Iconic Paris Observation Deck Set To Close For Renovations Next Month

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Tour Montparnasse, which is the tallest skyscraper within Paris city limits, will close until at least 2030. Read more

Capped Numbers And Umbrellas Banned: Capri Cracks Down On Tour Groups This Summer

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Capri receives up to 50,000 daily visitors in peak season, a number far exceeding the resident population of roughly 13,... Read more

National Disgrace: UK Airports Hike Drop-off Fees While Continental Europe Keeps Them Free

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Earlier in the year, London Gatwick airport raised its 'kiss and fly' fee to become the most expensive in the UK. Read more

EU's New Entry/Exit System Has Had A Shaky Start. Heres What Travellers Need To Know

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Travellers can expect information campaigns and awareness-raising activities at border crossing points. Read more

Ryanair Threatens To Axe 20 Routes From Belgian Airports In Ongoing Feud Against Aviation Tax Hikes

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Ryanair has slammed the increasing aviation tax in Belgium, pledging to drastically reduce its services. Read more

World Cup Fans Could Get US Visa Appointments Fast-tracked - But Entry Still Not Guaranteed

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Donald Trump says that US embassies will offer visa appointment priority to those with 2026 World Cup tickets. Read more

Maldives Bans Smoking For All Young People Including Tourists. Heres What Travellers Need To Know

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The Maldives already has strict rules around bringing electronic cigarettes into the country. Read more

European Travellers To The US Will See ESTA Fee Almost Double At End Of September

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The price hike comes as the US is experiencing a steep decline in foreign tourists, and could potentially further dissua... Read more

Thailand Delays Tourist Entry Fee Until 2026 As Arrivals Dip And Economy Falters

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The €7.50 fee is earmarked for travel insurance and projects that improve tourism infrastructure. Read more

Italys Milan Bergamo Airport Resumes Flights With Delays After Man Sucked Into Aircraft Engine

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Air traffic at Orio al Serio airport resumed at 12pm, but there are still some delays. Read more

Flying To The UK Next Year? New Airspace Design Promises Quicker Journeys And Fewer Delays

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The new UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS) will be fully operational by the end of 2025, according to the UK’s Departm... Read more

Crete Earthquake: Is It Safe To Travel To The Greek Island Following Second Tremor In A Month?

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Authorities say no major damage has been reported and there is very little risk of a tsunami. Read more

Crete Earthquake: Is It Safe To Travel To The Greek Island Following Tsunami Warning?

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Authorities issued a tsunami alert in the area shortly after the tremor, which was felt as far away as Israel, Syria and... Read more

Spain And Portugal Travel Warning: Flight Delays And Crowded Train Stations As Power Returns

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Airport are urging passengers to monitor local travel advice and flight trackers for updates. Read more

Travel Warning: Bringing European Meat And Dairy Products Into The UK Could Land You A €6,000 Fine

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Even products which are packed or packaged, or have been purchased at duty free are off limits. Read more

UK And Spain Travel Warning: Airport And Hotel Strikes Expected To Cause Disruption This Easter

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Holidaymakers with flights from the UK and hotels in Tenerife should prepare for possible disruption. Read more

Italy And Greece Travel Warning: Aviation Worker Strikes Set To Impact Flights Tomorrow

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Holidaymakers with flights booked to or from Italy or Greece should prepare for possible disruption. Read more