Traffic & Travel News

Britons in Spain have been warned about a deadly virus that kills 40 per cent of those who contract it.The alert follows the hospitalisation of a man diagnosed with Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF), sparking a warning from health officials. The Spanish Castile and León Ministry of Health confirmed that the patient is in a critical but stable condition.The disease, typically transmitted by ticks, is clinically associated with several symptoms, health […]

A high number of Britons are expected to enter the country as Sweden hosts the first semi-final of the Eurovision contest on Tuesday night.UK Nationals have been advised to stay “alert at all times” as Sweden tightens its security for the world's biggest singing event.A statement by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) reads: “The Eurovision song contest will take place in Malmo from 4 May to 11 May. […]

Drivers could be slapped with Ulez fines when they avoid the M25 closure this weekend, experts have warned, amid fears of major disruption.The major motorway is set for the second planned closure of the year later this week, with National Highways setting up a diversion to help motorists on their journeys.For anyone trying to find a quicker way around the designated diversion, the transport body has warned that they could […]

British holidaymakers have been left facing border control chaos after an IT glitch hit airports across the country.Reports had filtered through from London Heathrow of troubles at passport gates, but the country's most popular airport was not on its own, with passengers also left stranded at Manchester, Stansted and Gatwick.Jane Grogan, from Billericay in Essex, told GB News: "There's no staff, there's been one announcement - that filtered through like […]

With its relaxed pace of life, Italy is a popular pick for expats looking to live abroad after retirement.Landscapes differ greatly across the country, however, so one social media user Dramatically Expatic, whittled down her top picks for best places to move to in 2024.According to the Italian news outlet, El Sole 24 Ore, Udine was named the best place to move to in Italy in 2024.“If you’re not an […]

British tourists have been flocking to Spain in record numbers in the past year, stirring tensions among locals. As major cities start imposing bans and taxes combat the ever-growing influx of visitors, locals in Seville have launched a petition calling for stricter controls on ‘toxic’ tourism in the hotspot. The latest missive claimed that a “tourism invasion” is destroying the “life and heritage” of locals, demanding stricter regulations to rectify […]

Victoria Adams moved to Marbella, Spain last year with her partner a few months before the birth of their baby girl.There, she works as a nutrition and wellness expert, yoga and facial yoga instructor, and skin care creator. Victoria also manages the lettings of a large property in her local area.She spoke exclusively to GB News about why she can't wait to raise her daughter in Marbella, why it's so […]

Holidaymakers in Malaga have been told to “home” by anti-tourist protesters, who claim it has become “unliveable”.Locals say they are being forced out of their own neighbourhoods as properties are being converted to accommodation for visitors and are now demanding the end of the “touristification” of the popular holiday hotspot.Protesters are planning to walk down the streets of Costa Del Sol on June 29 with the slogan: “For decent housing […]

Ryanair customers may face delays if travelling to or from London Stansted due to poor weather conditions.This is outside of Ryanair's control and other airlines may be affected by the delays.Holidaymakers should check for updates on their flights but they will also be contacted if they are affected. The budget airline states: "Affected passengers will be notified and any passengers travelling to/from London Stansted on Sunday 5 May should check […]