The latest COVID rules if you test positive while on holiday in Europe
The summer holiday season is in full swing across Europe. But the latest wave of COVID is also here. Holidaymakers… Read More »
How to make the most of your Amsterdam trip
With its gorgeous streets strung together by trams, buses and bike lanes, Amsterdam is both a travel and transport-lover’s dream…. Read More »
Cyprus brings back mask mandate after just one month following surge in COVID cases
Cyprus has brought back face masks just one month after dropping the COVID rule. Its health ministry announced on Wednesday… Read More »
New Delta airport screen shows personalised flight info to dozens of travellers at once using AI
You’ve just gotten to the airport, you’re running late, and you need to know your gate number ASAP. But the… Read More »
The European high-speed train lines you need to know about
Revolutionising European railways has been on the EU’s agenda for a while now, but progress has been slow. As the… Read More »
Why are some countries giving up ‘golden visas’ for good?
Getting the right to live and work in another country can be a long and difficult process. But that’s not… Read More »
British Airways axes a further 10,000 flights from Heathrow and Gatwick
British Airways has cancelled another 10,300 flights between August and the end of October. The airline says the move is… Read More »
The world’s 10 best spas are in Paris, Barcelona and Brussels
Rest and relaxation is an essential part of any holiday. Whether you’re horizontal on a beach, skydiving, skiing or on… Read More »
Calanques National Park in southern France is asking visitors to pre-book their day at the beach
The Calanques National Park in southern France is the only European national park to encompass land, sea and urban areas…. Read More »
Ryanair staff confirm Spanish flight strike walkout dates in July
Travellers could face more chaos after Spain’s Ryanair cabin crew voted to strike for another 12 days in July. Workers… Read More »
Pristine beaches in Mexico and Belize are covered in foul-smelling seaweed
Millions of tons of brown seaweed is washing up along Mexico’s beaches and it’s putting the country’s post-COVID travel boom… Read More »
Nearly half of travel insurance policies don’t cover strikes
Travellers are braced for chaos this summer as airport and airline staff strike for better pay and working conditions. As… Read More »
Italy rations water and bans swimming pool refills
Italy’s worst drought in 70 years has led to the country declaring a state of emergency in five northern regions…. Read More »
Why is the air travel chaos affecting Europe so much more than the rest of the world?
Going on holiday this summer? Brace for a delay or a cancellation – especially if you’re travelling somewhere in Europe…. Read More »
SAS Scandinavian files for bankruptcy protection after being hit by pilot strikes
The Scandinavian airline, SAS, announced that it has gone bankrupt a day after 1,000 pilots walked out on strike. On… Read More »
Top destinations to visit in Portugal instead of the Algarve this summer
Portugal has dropped all of its travel restrictions from July 1. Travellers from all countries, both EU and non-EU, are… Read More »
How to keep your luggage safe as European airports lose hundreds of bags
Lost luggage is piling up at Frankfurt Airport as customers face “disgraceful” queues and last-minute cancellations. Staffing shortages, last minute… Read More »
Venice announces that visitors will have to pay entry fees starting January 16, 2023
Venice authorities have announced when visitors will have to book their slot to see the canal city and pay an… Read More »
Lisbon airport plagued by delays and cancellations as Europe’s travel chaos continues
Air travel chaos is spreading across Europe this summer as strikes by terminal workers and airlines lead to thousands of… Read More »
Top hotels in Europe snap up unqualified staff to plug gap left by shortages
Major European hotel chains are hiring workers without experience, or even a CV, as executives admit years of underpaying staff… Read More »
EasyJet chief operating officer Peter Bellew resigns to ‘pursue other opportunities’
EasyJet’s chief operating officer Peter Bellew has stepped down to pursue other opportunities, the airline said today. It added that… Read More »
What are your rights when it comes to flight cancellations?
Strikes, slowdowns and staff shortages are causing chaos with Europe’s air travel, but what are your rights when it comes… Read More »