easyJet announces diversions this August, are you affected?

easyJet passengers due to fly to Lille in August will have to make their own way there, from Paris. Lille Airport is due to close between August 6th and August 7th 2019.

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British Airways cancels all flights to Cairo

British Airways has cancelled all flights to Cairo over security concerns. The airline, operates daily flights from London Heathrow to the Egyptian capital.

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Ryanair forced to cancel flights after Boeing 737 grounding

Ryanair announced earlier this week that it will be cancelling several flights this winter due to the grounding of the Boeing 737 aircraft.

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Strike action could shut down Heathrow this summer

The world’s seventh largest airport, London Heathrow, could be shut down this summer. 4,000 Unite union members, including security guards, engineers and passenger service drivers…

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Gatwick Airport descends into chaos after runway closure

The world’s busiest runway at Gatwick Airport was closed for two hours, shortly after 5:00pm, yesterday due to issues with the Air Traffic Control system.

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Volcano erupts on Italian island, killing one and injuring many

One of the worlds most active volcanos has erupted killing a man in his 30s and injuring several others. Located on the small Italian island of Stromboli, the volcano has been in a state of eruption since the 1930’s.

Category: Disasters

University students refused boarding in Amsterdam, what are their rights?

Four British women have been refused boarding onto a Flybe flight from Amsterdam to Birmingham and had to spend the night sleeping in the airport.

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Thailand is making travel insurance compulsory

Travel insurance is often seen as a grudge purchase as it is not a compulsory travel document. That said, it could be the only thing to save you…

Will passports become a thing of the past?

Fear led to many holidaymakers renewing their passports ready for the holiday season, now there is news that new technology is replacing the travel essential…

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The countries where vaping can lead to prison and fines

The use of e-cigarettes has risen in recent years, with many people swapping smoking for vaping in a bid to improve their health. Whilst e-cigarettes have been proven…

Category: Lifestyle

Parents advised children must have MMR injection before travelling to Europe

Following an outbreak of measles in Europe, parents are being advised by Public Health England to ensure children are up to date with their MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination before travelling.

Heatwaves hit Europe

The UK has been experiencing drizzle and gloom for a number of weeks now, but it’s been a different story for Europe. With some European countries already in the midst of a heatwave.

The FCO warns of extra insurance cover needed in Austria

Famed for its picturesque ski resorts, Austria has been a firm favourite for British holidaymakers seeking an activity-filled break. But, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO)…

Greece prepares for another outbreak of West Nile virus

With the summer holiday season just around the corner, British holidaymakers travelling to Greece are being warned of a potential West Nile virus outbreak.

Re-use, re-fill and refuse to ruin our planet

Over the past few years, an increased awareness in single-use plastics and sustainable tourism has created a demand for responsible holidays.

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5 holiday scams and how to avoid them

Summer is upon us; despite the dismal weather we appear to have been graced with recently. With the UK expecting yet more rainfall over the next few days…

Severe delays for road and rail users following heavy rainfall

Overnight much of the UK was subjected to heavy downpours which have caused major disruption on roads and railways this morning.

Category: UK Travel

One too many tipples at the airport could leave you with an £80,000 fine or a lifetime airline ban

For the majority of holidaymakers, the flight is safe, enjoyable and most importantly, uneventful. But for those who are unlucky enough to be faced with drunk and disorderly behaviour, we have good news.

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