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Latest: 7 Oct

U.S. Issues Security Alert for France Amid Protests

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U.S. Issues Security Alert for France Amid Protests

The U.S. government has issued a security alert for France due to ongoing violent protests, advising travelers to exercise caution.

7 Oct

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France Denies Visa to Turkish Student Over Headscarf Photo

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France Denies Visa to Turkish Student Over Headscarf Photo

A Turkish student has had her visa application rejected by France due to a photo showing her wearing a headscarf. This incident raises concerns about…

5 Oct

New direct flights to Sri Lanka reshape winter travel plans for 2026 season

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New direct flights to Sri Lanka reshape winter travel plans for 2026 season

Several airlines have launched or are launching direct flights to Colombo in 2026, including British Airways from London Gatwick on 23 October. Sri L…

5 Oct

Air Serbia A320 Involved in Ground Collision at Paris CDG

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Air Serbia A320 Involved in Ground Collision at Paris CDG

An Air Serbia Airbus A320 was struck by an easyJet aircraft at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, causing no injuries but resulting in a lengthy delay …

4 Oct

Sweden Opens London Pop-Up to Plan Quiet, Unhurried Holidays, 28–31 October

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Sweden Opens London Pop-Up to Plan Quiet, Unhurried Holidays, 28–31 October

Visit Sweden is opening a pop-up in Marylebone, London, from 28 to 31 October 2026 where travellers can plan Swedish holidays built around quiet and …

1 Oct

Chalair to fly from Andorra-La Seu from January 2027, fares from €55

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Chalair to fly from Andorra-La Seu from January 2027, fares from €55

French airline Chalair takes over scheduled flights at Andorra-La Seu Airport from January 2027, running year-round routes to Madrid, Palma and Paris…

1 Oct

World's top tourism rank brings crowds to Kyoto and Tokyo and lodging taxes

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World's top tourism rank brings crowds to Kyoto and Tokyo and lodging taxes

Japan is ranked the world's leading country for travel and tourism in the World Economic Forum's 2026 index, after welcoming a record 42.7 million in…

30 Sep

Albania named fastest improver in World Economic Forum tourism ranking

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Albania named fastest improver in World Economic Forum tourism ranking

The World Economic Forum's 2026 Travel & Tourism Development Index places Albania first among countries improving fastest, with its score up 7% over …

29 Sep

No new border checks for Andorra travellers after prefect's visit

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No new border checks for Andorra travellers after prefect's visit

The prefect of Pyrénées-Orientales visited Porta, on the French border with Andorra, to discuss tobacco and alcohol smuggling and irregular immigrati…

28 Sep

Poland Shut Lublin and Rzeszow Airports During Russian Strikes Near Border

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Poland Shut Lublin and Rzeszow Airports During Russian Strikes Near Border

Poland temporarily closed Lublin and Rzeszow airports as Russian strikes hit areas of Ukraine near the Polish border. European governments are drawin…

23 Sep

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