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Britons holidaying in Europe will be subject to a new fee from next summer, EU officials have confirmed. They will be required to apply for a €7 (£5.96) visa waiver.This will affect British holidaymakers heading to popular destinations such as France, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain.European Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson said that the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) is due to launch in spring.An official website […]

The United Kingdom offers a wide range of locations for the ultimate staycation, with many towns renowned for their fairytale features. In a new list compiled by LoveExploring, Castle Combe has taken the crown as the "prettiest" among the nation's "small towns and villages".The travel platform said: "They don’t come prettier than this Cotswolds charmer with its honey-coloured stone cottages, 13th-century church (whose faceless clock is thought to be one […]

A Ryanair flight from Liverpool to Tenerife descended into chaos when a passenger appeared to slap a crew member on board - before receiving a dose of instant justice.Footage from the July 4 flight has just emerged showing the extraordinary altercation, which forced the plane to be diverted thousands of miles off course.In the video, staff can be seen trying to control a black-clad passenger as he appears to reach […]

Britons have been given a new warning about the European holiday destination Montenegro.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) gave holidaymakers some information on wildfires. These are uncontrolled fires that burn in the wildland vegetation.People flock to Montenegro to experience its fine cuisine, stunning beaches, incredible natural beauty and diversity of experiences, from exploring old cities to mountain biking.However, while Montenegro provides a great holiday destination, Britons have been warned […]

A mum was left devastated after she was booted off a Tui family holiday due to an “issue” with her passport.Anna Laffin, 46, was unable to board her flight from Manchester Airport to Morocco on July 25 when the company applied passport rules for the wrong country.Laffin was told that her passport issued in May 2014 was too old and she could not board the plane.She said that she had […]

British retirees eyeing up a new life in France often earmark major cities for the convenience they offer. But sometimes, going off the beaten track offers unique benefits to expats, such as a lower cost of living. Dijon, which was recently highlighted in a clip by seasoned travellers Amelia and JP on YouTube, caters to many of an expat's needs.Having spent a whole month in the French city, the couple […]

Janine Marsh, a self-confessed Francophile, bought a property in Pas-de-Calais two decades ago and relocated there permanently five years ago. She has been speaking exclusively to GB News about her top France tips.She has shared the train trip you simply must take, and the city you simply need to visit - it was so beautiful it actually made her cry.Today, Janine reveals her absolute favourite places in France, exclusively giving […]

Holidaymakers in Nigeria have been told that protests could occur with "little notice".The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued advice to Britons about political instability in the country.Holidaymakers are advised: "Political rallies, protests and violent demonstrations can take place with little notice. Get advice on areas to avoid. "Take care if you’re visiting crowded public places or attending events which attract large crowds.Nigeria is a beautiful holiday destinationGETTY […]

Police in northern France are facing a major escalation in migrant violence, with officers and some locals targeted in a number of attacks.In the most recent incident yesterday morning, police were subjected to significant violence from a large group of migrants, angered by attempts to arrest a suspected people smuggler.It was the latest outbreak of violence and disorder among groups of migrants, which has seen police regularly targeted.The incident at […]