Solo Travel in Europe: A Brit’s Guide to Going it Alone (Without Going it Lonely)
Solo travel in Europe is easier than it looks. Read our guide to destinations, safety, budgets and border rules for British travellers.
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Don’t apply for ETIAS yet, travel body warns Britons
ABTA warns Britons not to apply for ETIAS yet as 150+ scam websites appear. Read why the ETIAS launch is on hold and what it will cost.
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Travel council sets eight priorities for European tourism growth
WTTC sets eight priorities to grow European tourism, from faster visas to new markets. Read the full plan and forecasts.
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Using Your Phone in Europe: Roaming Charges, eSIMs and How to Dodge a Bill That Costs More Than the Holiday
Using your phone in Europe costs more on some UK networks. Learn how roaming charges, eSIMs and local SIMs compare before you travel.
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International students give Belgium more than they cost, study finds
Study finds international students give Belgium more than they cost. Read how fees and visa rules may affect the gains.
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EU adopts return rules allowing hubs in non-EU countries
EU return regulation adopted: hubs in non-EU countries, new return order, tougher security rules. Read how the changes will work.
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A First-Timer’s Guide to the Amalfi Coast: Where to Stay, What to See and How to Get Around
Plan your first Amalfi Coast trip with tips on timing, transport, where to stay and costs. Read the guide before you book.
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eu-LISA board adopts security plans for EES, VIS
eu-LISA's board adopted security plans for EES and VIS. Read what else it decided in Strasbourg and what comes next for the 2027–2028 roadmap.
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Gibraltar asks residents wrongly logged on EES to come forward
Gibraltar asks residents wrongly logged on the EES to come forward. Find out who is exempt and what to carry at the border.
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EU+ asylum applications fall 17%, lowest since 2021
EU+ asylum applications fell 17% in early 2026, the lowest since 2021. See which nationalities and countries saw the biggest shifts in claims and outcomes.