Ahead of the summer vacations, Tourists should be aware of water restrictions in popular European destinations or risk hefty fines. The bathroom experts at Posh.co.uk have revealed six locations where travellers may encounter shower and bath constraints, along with guidance on how to comply with rules. Popular holiday destinations in Europe have already begun implementing strict new rules amid ongoing droughts. Ahead of the summer season, tight restrictions have been implemented in locations such as Barcelona and Sicily with growing concerns they could run out of water. In the Costa del Sol, the Benalmádena City Council has provisionally approved fines of between 6,000 and 600,000 euros, for people flouting drought measures. In Barcelona, people have been limited to 200 litres o...
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New data reveals travelers are spending more on their trips this summer than ever before. Squaremouth.com, the nation's leading travel insurance marketplace, reports that travelers are spending an average of nearly $10,000 on their trips this summer. Squaremouth breaks down the rise in summer travel spending and explains how travelers can protect their trips in 2024. Summer travelers see higher trip costs in 2024 The average summer trip cost is almost $10,000 this year for the first time, marking a 7% increase over 2023 and 14% increase over 2024. This jump in trip cost is largely due to the overall rising cost of travel and inflation. Average summer trip cost & travel insurance premiums by year *Average trip cost data only reflects policies sold with an insured...
Read MoreOne summer isn't enough: Get inspired for season with 101 Abu Dhabi Do's! Planning your summer holidays, and looking for a unique mix of culture, adventure, and inspiration? Then Abu Dhabi is the destination for you! With the summer season just around the corner, Experience Abu Dhabi has introduced 101 Abu Dhabi Do's to bring your travel plans to life, unveiling the vast diversity of what the emirate has to offer like never before. From creating art beneath Louvre Abu Dhabi's iconic dome to driving on an F1 track at Yas Marina Circuit, visitors can blend relaxation, discovery, and excitement across the 101 experiences, each creating lasting memories across a packed summer season. Every moment in Abu Dhabi is rooted in Emirati hospitality, with culture at the heart of every experi...
Read MoreFrom futuristic museums to heritage landmarks all soaked up in grandeur Dubai offers the best of both worlds; it is not only renowned for gaze-worthy outdoors but also boasts of a bevy of indoor activities. Make the most of the summers and immerse yourself in the city's not-to-miss indoor activities. Here are some of Dubai's captivating indoor venues for your next trip to the Destination of dreams. Museum of the Future: Allow your senses to transport you to the future this summer. The Museum of the Future is an architectural wonder that displays futuristic accomplishments driven by innovation. Immerse yourself in a once-in-a-lifetime tryst with tomorrow! This cutting-edge, 30,000 square mt worldwide intellectual powerhouse is a portal to the future where you ma...
Read MoreLast summer saw lengthy queues, cancelled flights and protracted delays at airports across the world. This came as a result of airlines not hiring enough staff after the pandemic, a failure that ultimately led to a third of all flights in 2022 taking off late or being cancelled entirely. There was hope that 2023 would see major improvements, but with strikes planned over the peak summer holiday period between June 24 and August 27, this now looks in doubt. Flight delays can be frustrating, but there are several tips you can follow to navigate through them effectively. FILE PHOTO: Travelers wait to check in at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, U.S., April 6, 2023. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz Jonathan Merry, CEO of MoneyTransfers.com has put together some of his key re...
Read MoreWhat modern lifestyle robs us of, a holiday should restore detoxifying us physically, spiritually, and digitally. What does a wellness vacation really entail? Is it attending yoga retreats, indulging in spa sessions, or there’s more to it? This Global Wellness Day let’s balance our inner self with wellness vacations that promise a truly therapeutic experience. Become one with nature in Japan’s wellness island, Awaji A small island off the coast of Kobe city in the Kansai region of Japan, Awaji Shima is an offbeat wellness destination replete with naturally occurring hot springs and awe-inspiring viewpoints. Interestingly, Awaji is touted as ’the region of food’ for its rich variety of gourmet options made using locally produced herbs, vegetables, and livestock. Taking a walk in ...
Read MoreWhether you’re going away for this half-term, or planning a sun-soaked trip further down the line, be it a city-break or beach holiday, don’t let money worries get in the way of your fun! With data showing 34% of people get hit with airport charges, Money.co.uk savings expert Lucinda O’Brien has put together some quick and easy travel tips to help you be money savvy when travelling abroad, and avoid paying the unnecessary charges! Print or download your boarding cards at home to save yourself paying at the airport “Your wallet could take a hit before you even leave the house, if you get stung with airport charges - but these are avoidable if you plan correctly. FILE PHOTO: Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport in London. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham) If you forg...
Read MoreAirlines said on Sunday they are ready to avoid a repeat of last year's travel chaos, but warned that some flights could still be disrupted by controller strikes and hit out at schemes that force them to pay compensation for unavoidable delays. "I am reasonably confident that we'll be able to get through this peak summer without too much disruption," Willie Walsh, director general of the International Air Transport Association, (IATA) said in an interview on Sunday. FILE PHOTO: Airport workers stand next to lines of passenger luggage arranged outside Terminal 2 at Heathrow Airport in London, Britain, June 19, 2022. REUTERS/Henry Nicholls Airline leaders attending IATA's annual meeting in Istanbul this week remain concerned about air traffic control disruption in Europe and the Un...
Read MoreResearch Reveals almost 90 percent travelers also avoid visiting new places Its vacation time. Planning is underway for what is expected to be one of the busiest summer travel seasons in recent years. Recently, a new consumer research fielded by US based Southpaw Insights on behalf of GuideGeek, indicates that 63% have had poor experiences planning a past vacation, including 1 in 4 who ultimately wished they chose a different vacation destination altogether. The biggest barrier to ideal vacation time, planning difficulties, was cited by 1 in 3 (30%) travelers, including 35% of parents, who find research and planning for vacations too time-consuming. As a result, 28% have been unhappy with their activities and experiences while on holiday, 25% report they wasted valuable vacation tim...
Read MoreBritish Airways canceled dozens of flights Friday, blaming computer problems for disrupting plans for thousands of passengers at the start of a busy holiday weekend — a rocky kickoff to the summer travel season in Europe. The technical glitches and strikes by airport staff across Europe are stirring concerns about a repeat of last summer’s post-pandemic air travel chaos that unleashed delays, cancellations and mountains of lost luggage from London to Sweden to Amsterdam. FILE PHOTO: An airplane takes off from Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands June 16, 2022. REUTERS/Piroschka van de Wouw Most of the 42 affected flights in London were on short-haul routes to and from Heathrow, Europe’s busiest airport. Computer issues on Thursday caused planes and crew to be out of positio...
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