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Spain airport rule change could cost UK tourists £5,229 due to 'easy mistake'
Fresh Spanish regulations at airports could land UK holidaymakers travelling to the European Union with a hefty £5,992 bill, with Brits cautioned that it's a simple oversight thousands might make. Spain's Health Minister has unveiled new...

Tourists heading to Spanish island warned of new rule when eating out
Brits heading to Majorca this summer should be alert about a new rule being enforced at some restaurants on the Spanish island. If you're heading out to enjoy a nice meal, be aware that a common habit is set to be banned. According to a report by...

Brit goes food shopping at Lidl in Spain but is floored by bill
Katie-Ann Gupwell Acting Content Editor 10:40, 16 Jul 2025Updated 10:41, 16 Jul 2025 When holidaying abroad, it's common to pop into a local supermarket for some essentials. Many of us self-cater during our holidays, so stocking up on food is a...

Spanish airport theft ring exposed in major Guardia Civil crackdown
Date Published: 16/07/2025 The operation, codenamed Simba Free, has led to 66 arrests, 18 further people under investigation, and the identification of three minors involved in the crimes. Altogether, the group is believed to have stolen items...

British holidaymakers warned that popular islands 'are not paradise anymore' amid anti-tourism protests
British holidaymakers planning trips to the Canary Islands are facing warnings that the popular Spanish archipelago "is not a paradise anymore" as anti-tourism protests intensify across the islands. According to reports, 18 million tourists are...

Weather maps show summer heatwaves up to 40C to hit Spain, Greece, and Turkey
17:17, 16 Jul 2025Updated 17:22, 16 Jul 2025 You might be questioning the wisdom of booking that summer getaway, given the scorching weather we're currently enjoying here in Britain. However, there's an undeniable thrill in jetting off to foreign...
How an 800 km hike through Spain bonded a Guelph grandfather and grandson
Driven by a desire to build on their relationship, Fred Dawkins and his grandson Jacob embarked on the 800-kilometre walking trail along Spain’s Camino de Santiago It wasn’t a trip for Fred Dawkins as much as it was a journey. Nine years ago, the...

Can't Decide Where to Go? EF Ultimate Break Launches the Ultimate Mystery Trip: Europe for Young Travelers Who Crave Adventure Without the Decision Fatigue
New European mystery trips solve the paradox of choice for budget-conscious, spontaneous travelers ages 18-35 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EF Ultimate Break, a leader in experiential travel for 18–35-year-olds, today announced...

Pregnant Vick Hope displays her baby bump in a colourful bikini while holidaying with husband Calvin Harris at their sprawling 138-acre Ibiza farm
Vick Hope showed off her blossoming baby bump while holidaying with her husband Calvin Harris in Ibiza on Wednesday. After leaving her BBC Radio 1 show on maternity leave a couple of months ago, the radio presenter, 35, and her DJ spouse, 41, are...

Archi-tourism: Architecture and Tourism in focus
Architecture has a profound impact on tourism. Architecture in tourism is normally associated with the cultural aspect of tourism. In tourism, culture attracts tourists to visit areas with an aim of experiencing a place. The cultural experience...

The Spanish Group Gives Retail Industry Language Translation Pointers For Countering Market Confusion
(MENAFN- GetNews) "A Certified International Language Service Offering Translation in 123 Languages."Connecting Through Language is Key to Supporting Market Growth, Cementing the Two Rs of Retail IRVINE, CA - The Spanish Group , an internationally...
Lessons from the Spanish flu: Why we must keep talking about the COVID-19 pandemic
Karima-Catherine Goundiam is the founder and chief executive officer of digital strategy firm Red Dot Digital and business matchmaking platform B2BeeMatch. Open this photo in gallery:A boy wearing a face mask outside the Royal Alexandra Theater in...

Travel insurance warning as UK holidaymakers could face huge bills abroad
Holidaymakers risk racking up medical costs soaring to as much as £150,000 if they inadvertently invalidate their travel insurance. Securing travel insurance binds you to an array of terms and conditions. These cover scenarios where you won't be...

Spain heatwave alert for Scottish tourists amid scorching 40C warning
One tourist hotspot is set to reach sweltering temperatures as officials have warned of a risk to safety Charlotte Kane and Liam Ryder Digital Production Editor 12:01, 16 Jul 2025 Seville, a gem amongst Spanish cities and a favourite with British...

Holidaymakers issued boarding pass code warning about cancelled flights
An easy-to-overlook code on your plane boarding pass could let you know whether or not you'll be kicked off a flight. Holidaymakers should be paying close attention to the 'SEQ' number, as it could let you know your chances of a big spanner being...

L’Alfàs del Pi collects public input to assess impact of sustainable tourism plans
The feedback collected will be essential. Credit: Ayuntamiento Alfaz del Pi The town of L’Alfàs del Pi is stepping up its efforts to evaluate the effectiveness of its Sustainable Tourism in Destination Plans (PSTD), with on-the-ground surveys now...

Tourists ditch Benidorm for 'cheaper' Spanish hotspot after being 'priced out'
A British man living in Benidorm has revealed many tourists are being "priced out" of the party city and instead opting to visit a nearby "cheaper" alternative instead. Harry Poulton, who regularly shares his travel tips about the Spanish hotspot...

Tourist in Spain 'lucky to be alive' after 'grabbing' snake for photo
A tourist in Spain has left holidaymakers gobsmacked after he 'grabbed' a "dangerous" snake while abroad in a bid to take a photo with it. The traveller posted the snap they had taken to Reddit, claiming he thought the snake looked "cool" and just...

Tourists told 'ignoring' Majorca and Tenerife warning will cause 'hostility'
11:03, 16 Jul 2025Updated 11:04, 16 Jul 2025 British holidaymakers are being warned that they may face "hostility" in several popular Spanish islands. An anthropologist has said that "a lack of open debate and clear action by authorities could...

Spain holiday warning as hundreds die in two months
10:54, 16 Jul 2025Updated 10:55, 16 Jul 2025 Millions of UK holidaymakers have been issued with a warning after Spain's Environment Ministry reported a significant rise in heat-related deaths. Over the past two months, there have been 1,180...