New EU border controls: What British travellers to Spain need to know before October 12

Date Published: 08/10/2025 Everything you need to know about Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) as millions of British tourists prepare for new registration requirements If you're planning a trip to Spain or anywhere else in Europe in the coming...

Luxembourg, Norway top global charts; Jibhi biggest domestic pull for Indian travellers

About 59% of Indian travellers plan more international trips, with Luxembourg and Norway emerging as breakout global destinations, it was revealed recently at the Google Think Travel event. Domestically, travellers are keen to visit Jibhi in...

UK Foreign Office issues urgent update for EU holidaymakers ahead of rule change

Liv Clarke Tourism writer 19:28, 07 Oct 2025 British holidaymakers have received a crucial announcement(Image: alexsl via Getty Images) British holidaymakers have received a crucial announcement from the UK Foreign Office regarding a significant...

New rules come in next week if you're travelling to these countries

There are new rules for travelling to the EU(Image: PA) The Foreign Office has issued a fresh update covering 29 EU nations ahead of the new Entry/Exit System (EES) scheme launching next week on October 12. Implementation will be phased, with a...

Full list of 29 EU countries where UK travellers will face new rules from Sunday

Rules are changing for UK travellers heading to countries in Europe(Image: Getty Images) UK travellers heading to Europe need to be aware of new rules being introduced from this Sunday. The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin...

Full list of countries UK travellers face new rules in from next week

A generic plane (Image: PA) The Foreign Office shared a new update for 29 EU countries yesterday ahead of the new entry/exit scheme which comes into operation next week, October 12. It will be a gradual process with the full implementation not...

Europe’s new biometric border checks: what do non-EU travellers need to know?

The European Union is preparing to dispense with passport stamps in favour of a new digital border management system. Australians and citizens of other non-EU countries travelling to Europe from Sunday 12 October may encounter the new biometric...

Nick Woltemade prevented from travelling by virus

Nick Woltemade continued his great form for Newcastle United on Sunday. The striker making his fifth United start and scoring his fourth goal for the club. A splendid penalty into the top corner showing top level technique, Forest keeper Sels left...

Carnet de Voyage: Une Bonne Adresse 

Travel notes from the real France. Carnet de Voyage is a weekly personal travel story in France sent in by readers. If you’d like to write a story for Carnet de Voyage, head here for details on how to submit. “I could live here!” How often have I...

FLF announces: Luxembourg tickets "sold out" for World Cup qualifier against Germany

When the Red Lions travel to Sinsheim on Friday they can be sure of plenty of support from the away fans. The Luxembourg Football Federation announced that they had sold out of all their allocated tickets for the upcoming match in Germany, meaning...

Breathtaking tiaras from the Luxembourg gala dinner in photos

The Luxembourgish ducal family and royals from across Europe turned out in their droves on Friday as they attended a milestone occasion – the gala dinner celebrating Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg's ascension to the throne. The event was just...

Scots tourists face major Spanish travel rule change as October break nears

Scots holidaymakers looking for some autumn sunshine have been warned of an upcoming travel rule change if they are heading to Spain and other popular destinations. Thousands will jet off during the October school holidays to enjoy a break, with...

UK travellers flying to Europe warned of extra checks starting next week

Brits planning a holiday this autumn have been issued a warning as border checks could take a little longer than usual. The entry system for certain countries in Europe is set to change next week. From October 12, countries within the Schengen...

Will I need to pay extra to enter the EU? The major changes UK tourists face from October 12

New border rules are being rolled out from the end of this week A person uses a EES kiosk during the preview at Kings Cross St Pancras for the Eurostar European Union entry/exit system (EES) before its rollout(Image: PA) New border rules come into...

UK holidaymakers warned 'be prepared to wait' as new EU rules start next week

The new entry/exit system will be implemented across countries within the Schengen area The new entry/exit system for certain European countries starts next week(Image: Getty) British holidaymakers planning autumn breaks are being cautioned that...

Restaurants worth travelling for: From Le Clarence to the Torridon, where to visit this autumn winter

It was a long summer, this one, and a good one. Sunshine outweighed the rain. The downside is that as autumn approaches, it feels all the colder, and the winter will feel bleaker than ever, more callous and cold and miserable. The solution?...

Warning as Brits face new Europe travel checks starting next week

Brits planning an autumn getaway are being warned that border checks may take slightly longer than usual due to changes in the entry system for certain European countries, set to come into effect next week. From 12 October, a new digital border...

New U.S. Fee Turns America's Favorite Tourists Into A Multi-Billion-Dollar Cash Cow By 2034

The United States has an automated entry approval system for international travelers who are citizens of countries that don't require a U.S. visa to visit. That list includes 42 countries, each viewed as an ally of the U.S. Nationals of those...

From Siegfried to Guillaume: New guided tour brings Luxembourg's monarchy to life

The Luxembourg City Tourist Office has launched a new guided tour, inviting residents and visitors to explore the nation's monarchy through its landmarks, stories, and rulers, from Count Siegfried's fortress to today's Grand Duke Guillaume. The...

Brits will have to provide fingerprints and mugshots to travel to Europe from this weekend – strict new EES rules explained

Planning on chasing a bit of autumn sun this month? Can hardly blame you. The weather in the UK has gotten a bit chilly over the last few weeks – and besides, a pre-winter European escape is always a good idea, often with lower prices, favourable...