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Britons in or heading to Spain have been issued fresh travel advice as parts of the country battle adverse weather conditions.Spain's Civil Protection agency has issued multiple weather warnings across the country today and yesterday.The warnings, issued on X, cover storms, rain and wind affecting several regions including Valencia, Almeria, Barcelona, Majorca, Aragon, Galicia and La Palma.Severe storm warnings have been issued for Valencia and Almeria, with specific safety guidance […]

Searching for summer holidays can become a tedious cycle each spring, especially when you want to push yourself outside your comfort zone, letting go of old favourite destinations and embracing the unknown. But it doesn't have to be so tantalisingly tricky. Travel experts have shared with GB News the European city breaks they believe have been swept under the carpet or missed off people's lists. Often, travellers can get swept […]

A travel warning has been issued to Britons in Catalonia following an industrial warehouse fire that has created a chlorine gas cloud over areas south of Barcelona.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advised: "If you are in the area, you should follow the advice of authorities and monitor local updates, including staying indoors and keeping doors and windows closed."The toxic cloud has spread across parts of the region, prompting […]

Road closures are set to create chaos for those on their way to Leeds Bradford Airport this weekend, Jet2 has warned.Thousands of runners will take to the streets of Leeds on Sunday, May 11, for the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, raising funds for motor neurone disease charities.The airline has warned that closures will be in place between 4am and 6pm, and that passengers should "allow plenty of time" to get […]

A Ryanair flight was thrown into chaos on Thursday when it "gained an extra passenger" miles into the air.The low-cost carrier had been taking flyers from Brussels to Castellon in Spain when one more traveller joined the cabin.An expectant mother on board gave birth mid-flight, just as before the plane hurtled over the French city of Orleans.With the aircraft not even halfway into its journey, it was forced to abandon […]

The UK is home to dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, so there is no shortage of places to visit this summer. Beaches across the UK have garnered praise for their clear waters and clean sands, and GB News looks at some of the most awarded destinations. But which beaches have the cleanest water? Tynemouth Longsands in North Tyneside and Sandbanks, Poole in Dorset, have both received Blue […]

British holidaymakers could soon enjoy direct train journeys from the UK to Switzerland after the two countries signed a cooperation agreement.A memorandum of understanding aims to address barriers to establishing the rail link, including border controls and Channel Tunnel safety rules.Currently, passengers travelling between London St Pancras and Switzerland must change trains and stations in Paris, resulting in a journey time of around seven-and-a-half hours to Geneva.Direct services could reduce […]

Holidaymakers have been warned of travel chaos today as some of Italy's busiest airports forecast disruption.Travellers flying between the UK and Italy face significant disturbance today as a nationwide aviation strike takes place from 1pm to 5pm local time.The industrial action, involving ground handling personnel affiliated with Assohandlers, is expected to affect flight schedules and airport operations across the country.These workers handle baggage and provide ground services for airlines, including […]

British holidaymakers have been issued a fresh warning as travel disruptions are expected today.Eurostar has issued updates for those travelling to and from London, and between Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Germany.Travelling to and from LondonAmsterdam to LondonThe 6.40am train from Amsterdam Centraal has been delayed as the station is "very busy".Affected passengers have been told: "If you miss your onward connection in the UK or with one of our […]