European airports see 4.9% passenger growth in August as summer travel demand stays strong

Passenger traffic across Europe rose 4.9% year on year in August 2025, driven by international travel and strong leisure demand throughout the summer. European airport trade body ACI EUROPE today released its preliminary air traffic report for...

EU launches new Entry/Exit System: What UK holidaymakers need to know

A new EES scheme to replace passport stamping when entering most European countries has started to come into effect(Image: Getty Images) UK holidaymakers and business travellers have been alerted to the rollout of a new Entry/Exit System (or EES)...

Here are all the countries affected by the new EU travel rules

The EU Entry/Exit system (EES) came into effect on October 12, requiring those with a UK passport heading for a short stay to register their biometric details. These details, such as fingerprints and a photo, are collected when you arrive. Here...

Big changes to international travel: US hikes ESTA cost, new entry process in Europe, Japan

Make sure you're across the latest changes to travel requirements before you head off on your next trip. Pic: Getty Images. There are significant changes being made to the application and entry processes of Australia’s favourite overseas...

“They’re Finally Flying Without Fuel”: These Electric Planes Are Quietly Redefining Air Travel and Could End Jet Pollution Forever

IN A NUTSHELL 🌍 The aviation industry is transitioning to electric aircraft, promising cleaner and quieter air travel. 🔋 Advances in battery technology and lightweight materials are driving this revolutionary change. ✈️ Innovative models like the...

Travelling to Europe soon? You will be fingerprinted on arrival

Tourists will have their fingerprints and photo taken upon entry and exit to the European Union from October 12 as part of a new biometric-focused entry-check system. According to the EU, as well as boosting security, the new entry/exit system...

Government of Bermuda London Office Travel to the EU / Schengen Area

The Government of Bermuda London Office wishes to advise the public of the European Union’s (EU) planned introduction of the Entry/Exit System (EES) on 12 October 2025, a new digital border management system that will change requirements for...

American travelers will be fingerprinted after flights as new ‘border’ law hitting 29 countries comes into force

AMERICANS heading to a raft of European destinations will have to comply with new border measures that are coming into force. And, it means travelers will be forced to have their fingerprints taken. Sign up for The US Sun newsletter Thank you!...

I splurged on a private guide hiking in Slovenia – it was worth every penny

Mount Krn rises above me, its 2,244m summit silhouetted by the midday sun. It has been in my sights all morning, as I hiked through wildflower-carpeted valleys and open-air war museums. But this final push to the top – the highest point in this...

New travel rules for 29 countries from today marks 'significant change' for millions

British passport(Image: Jordan Pettitt/PA Wire) A new digital border system that will change requirements for British nationals travelling to the Schengen area will be introduced today, October 12. The Schengen area allows more than 400m people to...

UAE travel alert: Europe's new Entry/Exit System (EES) officially in effect; what every traveler must know

Starting October 12, 2025, UAE travelers must provide biometric data, including fingerprints and facial images, upon entering the EU/ AI representational image for illustrative purposes only As of today, October 12, the European Union’s...

The new entry and exit rules for UK tourists travelling to Europe from today

New rules come into force today affecting UK tourists visiting Europe (Image: PA) New border rules come into effect across the European Union from today for any UK tourist visiting one of the 29 countries in the Schengen area. From today (October...

UK travellers told to expect 'four-hour delays' as new EU border system launches today

Experts have warned of bottlenecks at European airports(Image: Getty Images) Holidaymakers heading to Europe may face four-hour queues under strict new European Union (EU) travel rules. From Sunday (October 12), tourists will have to supply...

British drivers could face delays when travelling to Europe today as EU requires fingerprint and photo data

British drivers are being warned of new EU rules being introduced today that could change the way they travel to the continent From today, Sunday, October 12, 2025, the European Union's new Entry/Exit System (EES) will be introduced, impacting...

Preview: Slovenia vs Switzerland - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Slovenia and Switzerland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Switzerland will be looking to continue their perfect start to their World Cup qualifying...

Europe’s going digital at the border as new rules kick in for non-EU travellers

The European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU nationals traveling to the Schengen areas is being implemented as of October 12. This is a new digital border system that will change requirements for British citizens travelling to the...

Foreign Office issues 'day trip' warning for UK travellers

The Foreign Office has issued a crucial update for holidaymakers travelling to one Mediterranean destination ahead of a significant change taking effect this weekend. In its entry requirements guidance for those planning to visit Turkey, officials...

Slovenia and Hungary bolster cross-border fund with additional EUR 4m

Following the discussions at Thursday's forum in Hungary, which focused on the joint fund, the state secretary at the Government Office for Slovenians Abroad Vesna Humar confirmed that each government would contribute a further EUR 2 million....

European air passenger traffic rises 5% in August driven by strong international demand

ACI Europe reports a 4.9% rise in passenger traffic in August 2025, led by international travel and strong performance from airports in emerging markets. European air travel recorded solid growth in August 2025, according to preliminary figures...

Michelin keys awarded to six hotels in Slovenia

The boutique hotel Chalet Sofija. Photo courtesy of hotel owners Six hotels in Slovenia have won the Michelin keys, a new global benchmark for hotel excellence. The boutique hotel Chalet Sofija has won two Michelin keys, while each of the...