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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: NDLEA busts drugs hidden in parcels, warns travellers

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has issued a warning to travellers regarding the dangers of accepting parcels or luggage they did not personally pack, following a recent drug interception operation.

Mar 22 • 09:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK travellers must check one thing now or risk losing hundreds

UK holidaymakers are advised to check essential travel guidance from the FCDO to avoid invalidating their travel insurance.

Mar 21 • 12:57 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Train Travellers' Personal Data for Sale on the Darknet

Personal data of Swedish individuals who purchased the Interrail ticket is being sold on the Darknet following a significant data breach.

Mar 20 • 11:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

5 key hand luggage rules explained as Ryanair warns travellers on restricted item

Ryanair has issued a warning to passengers regarding important hand luggage rules as travel restrictions vary, particularly concerning the packing of certain items.

Mar 20 • 10:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Simon Calder issues crucial Abu Dhabi travel insurance warning as he flies through UAE

Travel expert Simon Calder warns that UK travellers may not be covered by standard insurance policies when flying through UAE airports amid heightened tensions in the region.

Mar 19 • 13:22 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

CBSA dog sniffs out 22.5 kg of raw meat in traveller’s luggage at Pearson airport

A detector dog from the Canadian Border Services Agency found 22.5 kilograms of raw meat in a traveler's luggage at Toronto Pearson International Airport.

Mar 17 • 14:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

‘DM your details’: Travellers warned of scam airline accounts as Iran war disrupts flights

Travelers are being warned about scam airline accounts exploiting the disruptions caused by the Iran war, tricking victims into providing personal information under the guise of offering compensation.

Mar 15 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK travellers warned of 'high risk of virus transmission' in one of 'most beautiful' holiday locations

UK health officials warn travelers of a 'high risk' of chikungunya virus infection in Seychelles, a popular holiday destination, due to a significant rise in reported cases.

Mar 13 • 22:17 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Fears Easter travellers will hit the brakes as fuel prices climb

Regional tourism operators in Victoria are concerned that rising fuel prices will deter families from traveling over the Easter holiday.

Mar 12 • 03:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits urged to check passport for five details or risk missing flights

British travellers are advised to check their passports for five crucial details to avoid being turned away at airport departure gates.

Mar 10 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Emirates suspends all Dubai airports as travellers warned 'do not go to airport'

Emirates Airlines has suspended all flights out of Dubai airport, advising travelers not to go to the airport due to safety concerns.

Mar 7 • 07:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Holiday blow for Brits as new European visa will be three times more expensive

The new European visa, ETIAS, for UK travelers will cost nearly three times more than initially expected, a change that may impact holiday plans for those visiting EU countries.

Mar 6 • 12:11 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Still difficult to bring Swedes home: 'Minute monitoring'

Travel companies are facing ongoing challenges in repatriating stranded Swedes from the Middle East amid flight restrictions.

Mar 6 • 08:40 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
World

New flights evacuate travellers stranded by Middle East war: ‘Never experienced anything like this’

Evacuations of travellers stranded in the Middle East due to ongoing conflict have begun, with governments organizing charter flights and airlines resuming limited services.

Mar 4 • 13:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Travellers hit by Middle East conflict told 'check' in insurance regulator update

Britons impacted by the Middle East conflict are urged to review their insurance coverage as the regulator issues warnings about claims related to war and conflict.

Mar 4 • 10:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Flight attendant urges all travellers to stop wearing black socks on planes

A flight attendant warns that wearing black socks on flights can be problematic, especially during night flights due to visibility issues.

Mar 4 • 05:04 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Travellers trapped for days in outback frustrated by lack of communication

After being stranded for days due to bridge flooding, travellers express frustration over poor communication regarding the road's status.

Mar 4 • 02:57 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Should you cancel your flight due to the Iran conflict? Here’s what Australian travellers need to know

Australian travellers face significant disruptions due to flight cancellations related to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 2 • 08:09 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Travellers Miss Flights As FAAN's Cashless Payment Starts At Lagos Airport Toll Gate, Paralyses Vehicular Traffic

Many travelers missed their flights at Lagos' Murtala Muhammed International Airport due to traffic caused by the new cashless payment system at the toll gate.

Mar 2 • 06:56 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Afternoon Update: Australians in Middle East travel limbo; Pauline Hanson censured again; and Christina Applegate on life with MS

Australian travellers in the Middle East face disruptions due to the ongoing conflict, with significant flight cancellations and warnings from the foreign minister on government assistance limitations.

Mar 2 • 06:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Hundreds of thousands of travellers stranded or diverted by airspace closures in Middle East

Airspace closures in the Middle East due to military actions led to significant disruptions for hundreds of thousands of travelers over the weekend.

Mar 1 • 11:45 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Stranded travellers sleep at Sydney airport as US-Iran conflict closes Gulf airspace

Stranded travellers are sleeping at Sydney Airport due to flight cancellations caused by the escalating US-Iran conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 1 • 09:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Dubai airport chaos: British Airways cancels Middle East flights amid airspace closures

British Airways has cancelled multiple flights to destinations in the Middle East due to widespread airspace closures, leaving many travellers stranded or rerouted.

Mar 1 • 06:46 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Attack on Iran triggers global flight disruptions, impacts Canadian travellers

The U.S. and Israel's military actions against Iran have led to significant flight cancellations and disruptions, particularly affecting Canadian travelers.

Feb 28 • 16:23 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
World

Travellers stranded as US-Iran conflict throws international flights into disarray

The outbreak of conflict in the Middle East has resulted in widespread flight cancellations and airport closures, stranding many international travelers, including those from Australia.

Feb 28 • 15:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fly-tipping 'war zone' as tonnes of rubbish including burnt-out caravan left after travellers eviction

After the eviction of travellers in Herefordshire, significant fly-tipping has left the site resembling a 'war zone', with piles of rubbish and debris.

Feb 26 • 15:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Martin Clunes loses planning battle with new travellers near Dorset home

Actor Martin Clunes has lost a planning dispute with a family of new travellers in Dorset, who will be allowed to stay on their land permanently.

Feb 26 • 14:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK Food Ban for Airport Travellers Update as Minister Issues Statement

The UK government has updated its food ban for travelers at airports due to a food and mouth disease outbreak in Europe, prohibiting the import of specific food items to protect livestock health.

Feb 26 • 13:26 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Amnesty Demands Probe Into Plateau Road Killings

Amnesty International Nigeria has called for an investigation into road blockades and killings of travellers in Plateau State following recent violent incidents.

Feb 26 • 10:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Qantas unveils bumper $1.46bn profit as Australian travellers shrug off cost-of-living pressures

Qantas reports a significant $1.46 billion half-year profit, attributing the growth to high customer demand and new aircraft investments.

Feb 25 • 23:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Travellers to be banned from Wednesday unless they have £16 document

Starting Wednesday, visitors to the UK are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) costing £16 to ensure border security and processing efficiency.

Feb 25 • 06:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Passport holders told to take action or face airport queues that 'could last hours'

Passport holders are being urged to prepare for a new airport system to avoid lengthy queues that might last for hours.

Feb 24 • 11:21 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese shoppers are Asia’s biggest airport spenders, study finds

Chinese travelers lead Asia in airport spending, significantly outpacing their peers in luxury goods purchases.

Feb 23 • 06:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Army foils abduction, rescues five travellers

The Nigerian Army successfully thwarted an attempted abduction in Enugu State, rescuing five travelers and recovering their vehicle.

Feb 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Police responder to 2017 London Bridge attack sacked for ‘derogatory’ language

A police officer involved in the response to the 2017 London Bridge terror attack has been dismissed for gross misconduct due to derogatory language used in a WhatsApp group.

Feb 21 • 17:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

One long haul flight mistake people make is 'costing travellers precious sleep'

Travelers often misuse neck pillows on long-haul flights, positioning them incorrectly, which results in lost sleep during the journey.

Feb 21 • 11:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Army foils kidnap attempt, rescues five travellers in Enugu

Nigerian troops rescued five travelers after thwarting a kidnapping attempt along the 9th Mile axis in Enugu.

Feb 21 • 11:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An Argentine city in the top 10 travel destinations for 2026, according to a renowned tourism portal

San Carlos de Bariloche has been ranked as the 10th top travel destination for 2026 by Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice awards.

Feb 20 • 20:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Travellers urged to ditch 1 common suitcase item for an easier holiday

A travel expert advises minimizing the number of jeans packed for holidays to lighten luggage and reduce travel stress.

Feb 19 • 10:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Heathrow Airport £7 fee that must be paid - or travellers face fine up to £80

Heathrow Airport has implemented a £7 fee for dropping off passengers at the terminal, with fines of up to £80 for non-payment.

Feb 19 • 03:45 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Passion Island, in Cozumel, Best Beach in the World: TripAdvisor

Passion Island in Cozumel has been recognized by TripAdvisor as the best beach in the world, topping their Travellers’ Choice list.

Feb 18 • 15:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Six travellers abducted on Benue road

Suspected bandits abducted six travelers along the Naka–Makurdi road in Benue State, demanding a ransom for their release.

Feb 18 • 00:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Six travellers feared abducted in Benue

At least six travelers have been reportedly abducted by suspected bandits along the Naka–Makurdi road in Benue State, Nigeria.

Feb 17 • 17:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK travellers heading to USA could face £20,000 bill 'on average'

UK travellers to the USA may incur average costs of £20,000 if they neglect to secure adequate travel insurance.

Feb 17 • 12:07 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

UK to issue eVisas to Nigerian travellers from February 25

The UK will start issuing electronic visas (eVisas) to Nigerian travellers from February 25, 2026, replacing the current physical visa stickers.

Feb 17 • 09:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Heathrow isn’t crowded, it’s travellers walking on the wrong side, boss says

The CEO of Heathrow Airport explains that traveler collisions due to differing walking directions contribute to crowding perceptions, rather than an actual increase in passenger numbers.

Feb 13 • 14:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

There Is Still Space in Spas and Ski Resorts, as Many Book Their Ski Holiday Accommodation at the Last Minute

Ski holiday accommodations are filling up rapidly, but some spas and ski resorts in Finland still have availability as many travellers are making last-minute bookings.

Feb 11 • 10:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

UK to bar eligible visitors without ETA from February 25

The UK will enforce its Electronic Travel Authorisation requirement for visa-exempt travellers starting February 25, 2026, with warnings about potential denial of boarding for non-compliant travelers.

Feb 9 • 16:31 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Ugandan Travellers and U.S. Visa Crackdown

The U.S. is tightening its visa policies affecting Ugandan travelers, emphasizing the importance of adherence to immigration laws.

Feb 9 • 10:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK travellers could face six-hour airport delays flying to Spain, France, and Italy

UK travelers are warned of possible six-hour delays at airports in Spain, France, and Italy due to a new biometric border system being implemented across the EU.

Feb 5 • 13:24 UTC

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