The journey connects two remote Scottish islands (Picture: Getty Images) When travelling, we’d all like to click our fingers and instantly arrive at our destination, but on the world’s shortest plane route, it’s practically a reality. While the world’s longest flight takes a grueling 19 hours, between New York and Singapore, the world’s shortest route...
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Americans traveling to the UK and Europe in 2025 will face new rules
Starting in early January, Americans will be required to have an electronic travel authorization before entering the United Kingdom. United States citizens currently don’t need a visa for short stays in the U.K., but even those travelers just passing through will be required to have the ETA. The U.K. is the third most-visited destination by...
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Traveling to the UK next year? You’ll need to pay this fee to enter the country.
Why honesty matters at passport control | Cruising Altitude What should you say to passport control if you’re on a work trip but not earning locally? Starting January 8, 2025, U.S. citizens traveling to the United Kingdom will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). The ETA costs £10 (about $12.58), is valid for two years,...
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When is the next train strike? Dates and affected lines for December 2024 Christmas and holiday period
Disputes between trade unions and train companies in the UK have now been dragging on for well over two years, with rail workers taking action to protest poor pay and working conditions. But while train strikes are officially over for much of the UK after ASLEF negotiated a pay deal, some strikes have since been called for...
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Americans Traveling to the U.K. in 2025 Must Do This
Starting early next year, U.S. citizens will need more than just their passport if they are planning on traveling to the United Kingdom. Effective Jan. 8, 2025, American citizens will be among those who will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the U.K. Per a notice on the travel section...
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Jet2 issues fresh travel warning to Britons after planned strike action at major UK airport this Christmas
Britons travelling from Edinburgh Airport over Christmas and New Year’s could face delays, as strike action is planned. Fuel suppliers to the airport are walking out due to no pay offer being settled between North Air and Unite, the “nation’s leading aviation trade union”. The strikes are planned to start on the morning of December...
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Jet2 shares advice for holidaymakers travelling to UK airport in the next week – ‘allow extra time’
Holidaymakers heading to East Midlands Airport in the coming week could face delays when going there. Jet2 has shared an update on road closures and encouraged its passengers to allow plenty of time. Britons are usually advised to arrive at the airport two to three hours before their flights and they may need to allow...
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Christmas travel strikes: Train and airport disruption set to impact Britons this December
A wave of transport strikes look set to disrupt Christmas travel plans across Europe, with multiple walkouts threatening chaos for millions of passengers during one of the busiest periods of the year. French rail unions began an indefinite strike today affecting Paris and surrounding regions, while Italian railways face a 24-hour stoppage tomorrow. Further disruption...
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Controversial UK airport could reopen in 2026 and bring £6,600,000,000 to area
One major regional airport is headed towards a revival (Picture: Getty Images) A regional airport, which once had a rather controversial name, could be reopening — with flights potentially setting off as soon as Spring 2026. Yorkshire’s Doncaster Sheffield Airport previously serviced thousands of passengers every year but has been closed since November 2022. At...
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A New Transatlantic Tunnel Could Cut Down Travel Time Between London and New York to 54 Minutes: How? – Travel And Tour World
Home » TRAVEL NEWS UPDATES » A New Transatlantic Tunnel Could Cut Down Travel Time Between London and New York to 54 Minutes: How? Wednesday, December 4, 2024 A concept that has long captured the imaginations of dreamers and futurists alike, the idea of a tunnel connecting the United Kingdom to the United States has...
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Travel warning: Ryanair issues an update for Britons going to and departing from UK airport today
Poor weather conditions may cause travel disruptions for holidaymakers in the north of England today. Ryanair warns those flying to or departing from Manchester to check for regular updates on their flights. A statement confirmed the “potential disruptions” have been caused by fog today. It said: “Affected passengers will be notified and any passengers travelling...
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UK’s ‘quaint paradise’ named one of the world’s best places for 2025
East Anglia has been named one of the world’s must-visit regions for 2025 (Picture: Getty Images) When planning a getaway for 2025, places such as Rome, Japan, and Mexico might be on your must-visit list. But according to travel experts at Lonely Planet, a spot much closer to home should be a top contender for...