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Following Brexit, UK passport holders face increased difficulties when travelling to Europe and the Schengen Area. As UK nationals are now considered "third-country nationals," their passports must adhere to specific issuance and validity requirements, creating unexpected complications for many travellers. Hollie, a TikTok user known as @hollieandthevan, experienced these new regulations firsthand when she was denied entry to the Schengen Area while attempting to take her family on holiday to France. Although her passport's official expiration date was January 2025, the document had been renew...
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Spain's competition watchdog said Tuesday it had slapped online travel agency Booking.com with a record 413-million-euro fine for "abusing its dominant position" during the past five years. "These practices have affected hotels located in Spain and other online travel agencies that compete with the platform. Its terms and conditions create an inequitable imbalance in the commercial relationship with hotels located in Spain," the authority, known by its acronym CNMC, said in a statement. "By better positioning hotels with more bookings on Booking.com, other online agencies have been prevented f...
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A recent survey by LendingTree has revealed alarming statistics about the rising debt associated with visits to Disney parks. According to the survey, 24% of park visitors reported going into debt following their trips, with the number rising to 45% among families with young children, classified as those 18 and under. Notably, 83% of this Disney-related debt has been accrued within the past five years, coinciding with significant increases in park prices and travel costs. LendingTree estimates that the average amount of debt taken on following family Disney vacations is a staggering $1,983. Wh...
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Have you ever wanted to dine like a queen? Now's your chance, as Buckingham Palace opens its gates for exclusive afternoon tea sessions, offering visitors a royal experience in true British fashion. The Garden Cafe, located on the West Terrace of Buckingham Palace, has opened its doors for the summer, inviting guests to indulge in a variety of menu items. The offerings include fresh sandwiches, bagels, cakes, Victoria sponges, and, of course, an endless supply of tea and speciality coffee. The best part? No reservation is required. The afternoon tea set is served in a limited-edition keepsake ...
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The Trader Joe's Everything But the Bagel seasoning has gained a tremendous global following, spilling out of US shops and capturing the attention of food enthusiasts worldwide. However, the product has become the target of an increasingly harsh crackdown in South Korea. Trader Joe's, a renowned US grocery chain, introduced its Everything But the Bagel seasoning mix in 2017. After the flavour went viral in 2021, the brand expanded its line to include Everything But the Bagel-flavoured crisps. Social media influencers have since popularised the seasoning, showcasing it sprinkled on various food...
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The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted the travel industry, resulting in a loss of one billion international tourist arrivals and a 60% drop in global passenger numbers compared to 2019, according to research by Alexia Anagnostopoulos and Jan Fehr in the Journal of Travel Medicine. However, as restrictions have lifted, there has been a significant increase in the number of people working abroad. An International Workspace Group (IWG) report indicates that 57% of employees would only consider jobs that offer "work from anywhere" flexibility. Here, we explore some of the most coveted jobs that ...
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Families travelling to Disney World often find the prospect of managing multiple children in a busy park daunting. This challenge has led to a surge in demand for services that combine the roles of a Disney tour guide and a nanny, offered by organisations such as Nanny Land and Once Upon a Nanny. These businesses, experiencing significant growth, are transforming family theme park vacations by providing comprehensive support tailored to each family's needs. The Emergence of Theme Park NanniesAccording to TODAY.com, theme park nannies have become increasingly popular as they offer a blend of ch...
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Foreign tourists flocked to Portugal in record numbers in 2023 with 26.5 million visitors -- a 19.2 percent jump compared to the year before, the country's National Statistics Institute said Monday. Derided as part of the "Club Med" nations during the European debt crisis 15 years ago, Portugal's economy is now outperforming its northern peers thanks to a rebound in tourism. Last year's tourism figures in Portugal saw an increase of 7.7 percent compared to 2019 -- the reference year before the Covid-19 pandemic. According to the institute, 5.7 million visitors were from Spain followed by Brita...
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Greece issued more than 350,000 euros ($379,000) in fines in just five days in a crackdown on bars and restaurants illegally covering beaches with sunbeds and tables, the government said Monday. Officials recently suspended three "unlicensed" beaches operating without a proper contract, the economy ministry said. Authorities have investigated "more than 1,000 complaints" by the public in tourist hotspots such as Corfu island, Chalkidiki peninsula, and Attica -- the region around Athens -- in a bid to counter overtourism. A record-breaking 33 million people visited Greece last year, five millio...
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The rising rate of inflation in recent years has led to several cost-conscious Americans complaining that a Disney World vacation is becoming too expensive. According to a Bloomberg News analysis conducted last year, while the cost fluctuates depending on the hotel they stay in and the park activities they choose to pay for, a family of four planning a week-long holiday to Disney in Orlando should budget between $4,280 to a staggering $42,460. The Wall Street Journal also highlighted a new trend last month. Instead of spending lavish vacations at Disney or Universal, millennials are choosing t...
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