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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 β€’ 13:19 UTC
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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 β€’ 07:25 UTC
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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 β€’ 12:11 UTC
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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 β€’ 10:19 UTC
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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 β€’ 05:04 UTC
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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 β€’ 11:45 UTC
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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 β€’ 06:46 UTC
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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 β€’ 15:46 UTC
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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 β€’ 14:13 UTC
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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 β€’ 13:26 UTC
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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 β€’ 23:32 UTC
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National & Local

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

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

Feb 25 β€’ 06:43 UTC
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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 β€’ 11:21 UTC
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National & Local

Police responder to 2017 London Bridge attack sacked for β€˜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 β€’ 17:34 UTC
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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 β€’ 11:40 UTC
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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 β€’ 10:59 UTC
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National & Local

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

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

Feb 19 β€’ 03:45 UTC
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National & Local

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

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

Feb 17 β€’ 12:07 UTC
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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 β€’ 09:25 UTC
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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 β€’ 14:01 UTC
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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 β€’ 16:31 UTC
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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 β€’ 13:24 UTC
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Life & Tech

Flight attendant urges travellers to always leave one item next to door

A flight attendant shares a hotel room safety tip suggesting that travelers leave one item next to the door for added security.

Feb 4 β€’ 14:36 UTC
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Life & Tech

Pilot issues 'important message' to travellers who are scared of flying

A pilot with extensive experience shares a reassuring message for the many travelers who fear flying, highlighting that about 25% of people in the UK experience some level of anxiety about flying.

Jan 10 β€’ 12:01 UTC
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National & Local

UK travellers warned of EU border deadline for rules enforced today

British travellers are facing potential longer queues at EU borders starting today due to the introduction of new biometric checks, although the aim is to eventually expedite entry.

Jan 10 β€’ 05:00 UTC
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National & Local

Four major UK airports 'have already raised' drop off prices in 2026 - list

Four prominent UK airports have increased their drop-off charges, which will affect passengers by raising costs significantly starting January 6.

Jan 7 β€’ 13:13 UTC
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Life & Tech

Travel fans urged to try packing method that could save up to Β£200 at airport

Travellers have been encouraged to adopt specific packing techniques to avoid high baggage fees and potentially save up to Β£200 while flying this winter.

Jan 6 β€’ 11:45 UTC
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National & Local

Travellers heading for 28 destinations in 2026 given major health alert

The Foreign Office has issued a health alert for travelers to 28 countries, including popular 2026 destinations, due to the serious risk of methanol poisoning.

Jan 5 β€’ 13:06 UTC
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World

Foreign Office issues travel warning to Brits heading to France

British travellers are warned to expect disruptions while heading to France due to Eurostar cancelling all London-to-Europe services following a power cut that affected the Channel Tunnel.

Dec 30 β€’ 15:03 UTC

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