The association estimates outbound travel accounted for £51.6 billion in Gross Value Added (GVA) to the UK economy – the value of goods and services produced by the sector after deducting input costs. Abta chief executive Mark Tanzer said the figure was an increase of 5% on pre-pandemic levels of £49 billion. The association...
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Travel expert advice for UK tourists facing ‘anxiety’ over Spain’s new rules
New rules in Spain will require tourists to provide more information when staying at hotels, guest houses, and apartments from December 2. The rules come in response to an ongoing operation between the Irish Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI) and Spain’s Guardia Civil, which targets a transnational organised crime group. This new decision to...
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Guyanese must obtain electronic travel authorisation for entry to UK come Jan 8 – Stabroek News
As a prerequisite for travel to the United Kingdom from January 8th , Guyanese will have to apply for Electronic Travel Authorisations and if this is denied will have to go through a visa application process, the British High Commission has announced. “Starting 8 January 2025, it is mandatory for all Guyanese nationals travelling to...
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Surprising Christmas market is named the best in the UK – not Edinburgh or Bath
The weather is turning and the festive season is fast approaching with less than a month to go until the big day. Christmas markets always make the run-up to Christmas feel extra special, and the UK is home to some of the best in the world. Refreshing and updating their findings from previous years, the...
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Anguilla visits UK trade as island celebrates increased arrivals
Deputy Director of Tourism for the Anguilla Tourist Board, Chantelle Richardson, visited the UK last month to engage with key travel trade partners. The British Overseas Territory, renowned for its powder-white beaches, exemplary culinary scene and outstanding accommodation, received 98,000 global visitors from January – May 2024, outstripping the total arrivals for 2019, which stood...
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New pet passport rules for dogs, cats and ferrets travelling within UK: Here’s what you need to know
Imposing pet passports for dogs, cats and ferrets to travel from one part of the UK to another has been branded an “outrage” at Westminster. The condemnation came as the House of Lords debated regulations paving the way for a scheme which would require animal lovers on the British mainland to have documentation in order...
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Over 600,000 ETAs already issued by the UK
In just one year, the UK has already issued over 600,000 Electronic Travel Authorisations “ETA” to visa-exempt travelers. Since November 27, 2024, citizens of 48 non-European visa-exempt countries have been able to apply for an ETA to travel to the UK. Tourists from the USA, Canada, Australia and Japan now qualify, joining the GCC countries...
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Black Friday: UK holiday fraud hotspot named after £12m hit last year
Action Fraud said it received reports from 6,640 purchasers in 2023, with Hertfordshire police alone dealing with 99 incidents totalling £481,000 – meaning each consumer lost an average £4,861, the highest in the UK. Now police fear Black Friday could spur an increase in scams. Oliver Shaw, City of London Police temporary commander for...
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UK and Iraq strike deal to clamp down on people smuggling gangs
Speaking at a Downing Street news briefing on Thursday, Sir Keir described the agreement with Iraq as “a world-first that will help us smash the people smuggling gangs and secure our borders”. He said the funding for Iraqi law enforcement would “tackle the problem upstream, way before it reaches our shores”. Diplomats accept there are...
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U.S. citizens will need to pay to enter the U.K. in January 2025 – The Points Guy
Starting January 2025, the United Kingdom will require travelers to obtain a new electronic travel authorization (ETA) to enter the country. This requirement applies to all visitors (regardless of age) who can travel there visa-free, including Americans. The requirement was launched earlier in 2024 for visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council states. Now, from Jan....
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London Visitors Benefit from Free2move: Convenient and Affordable Car Rentals in the UK’s Capital – Travel And Tour World
Thursday, November 28, 2024 The holiday season is a peak travel period, and Free2move is transforming the way people travel by offering flexible, seamless, and sustainable mobility solutions. With its user-friendly app, Free2move enables travelers to access vehicles across the USA and Europe, making it a leading choice for hassle-free holiday transportation. Free2move’s innovative approach...
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United Kingdom, France, Italy, Denmark, Germany and Spain Lead Thanksgiving Celebrations Across Europe: What You Need to Know – Travel And Tour World
Home » EUROPE » United Kingdom, France, Italy, Denmark, Germany and Spain Lead Thanksgiving Celebrations Across Europe: What You Need to Know Thursday, November 28, 2024 Thanksgiving, a beloved American holiday, has found a special place in the heart of Europe, with vibrant celebrations spreading across major cities. The United Kingdom, France, Italy, Denmark, Germany,...