“Silver tourism ” in the Canaries
Expect to see you local travel agency or tour operators more heavily promoting the Canaries than usual in the next few months
Off to Ireland this Christmas?
By The EditorFrom tomorrow, December 3rd and whether you have been vaccinated or not, you will need to take one of the COVID tests and get a negative result
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Fuel prices deter Christmas travel?
By The Editor
The RAC has highlighted the fact that, once again, petrol prices , are not reflecting the oil price on the markets.
Virgin Atlantic over-eggs it
By The Editor
Virgin Atlantic has added to the confusion of how well the long-haul market is performing.
The end of Teletext Holidays?
By The Editor
The parent company of the two, Truly Travel, has decided to call it a day and brought in liquidators.
TripAdvisor and the cheats
By The Editor
Should there be a year’s ban for any companies found buying reviews and publicly naming them?
Testing before returning
By The Editor
It all remains to be seen whether these latest governmental actions are temporary or the start of something that might impact Christmas travel.
Another day, another rule
By The Editor
All travellers coming into the UK must take a PCR test by the end of the second day after their arrival
The return of the “Red List”
By The Editor
The news has spooked governments, stock exchanges and the travel industry.
Paper proof of your COVID status
By The Editor
If like me you have a letter from the NHS confirming you have been double jabbed, check the date. If the paper version is before November 1st you might want to get an updated version unless you also have an electronic NHS COVID-passport as well.
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New Italian travel rules
By The Editor
Everybody over the age of twelve visiting Italy (as well as those living in the country) requires a green pass to access many public buildings and transport.
Going to Bulgaria this winter?
By The Editor
Bulgaria has introduced new rules for those of us
Going to France?
By The Editor
Travelling to Franvce from mid-December requires those fully vaccinated to show that they have had a booster shot
Travelling to Switzerland
By The Editor
UK holidaymakers who wish to holiday in Switzerland will need to self-quarantine in Switzerland for 10 days.
Omicron and travel
By The Editor
People are wondering if travelling abroad is worth the hassle. Maybe the family for Christmas Day and a walk outside will suffice for many
Punishing southern Africa?
By The Editor
Could the reactions of countries be shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted?
Ninety in any 180 days
By The Editor
As readers might remember, we are only allowed to visit the EU for up to ninety days within a 180 day period without requiring a visa.
London is quiet
By The Editor
Could it be that people are staying local or not getting out and abou