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Britons planning on going to Indonesia have been issued a travel warning for overstaying their visa.The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) alerted people on what could happen if people overstay their 60-day visa.Travellers who overstay in Indonesia could face a daily fine of one million Indonesian rupiah (£49.00).The penalty applies for each day beyond the visa's expiry date.Britons could be deported if they overstay their visaGETTY IMAGESThe FCDO said: […]

When looking to move abroad to a foreign nation, it is important to do as much research as possible to have an idea of what to expect before making the big decision.Hearing from people who have made the move can be an excellent source of information for people to avoid falling into mistakes.Expats, Martin and Gill spoke on the YouTube channel, Sunpire about their 16-year experience of living in Crete, […]

Train services between Liverpool and London were cancelled for several hours on Sunday after the Aslef union told drivers not to walk on snow.The disruption occurred just months after the drivers received a 15 per cent pay rise from the Labour government, which increased their salaries to nearly £70,000 per year.The cancellations affected Avanti West Coast services when union health and safety representatives told drivers not to turn up at […]

Government ministers have identified that new sustainable aviation fuel rules could increase flight prices by more than 20 per cent. However, holidaymakers will not have to worry about soaring costs, as the green fuel mandate will be continually reviewed to prevent significant price increases.An impact assessment drawn up by ministers has revealed the extent of potential price rises.Under the new rules, airlines are required to use a minimum of two […]

Holiday homeowners in Spain will face new restrictions from April 3, as the country introduces strict regulations on rental properties.Property owners seeking to operate holiday lets in residential areas must now secure approval from local residents, with at least 60 per cent voting in favour.The significant change to Spain's property laws, which was introduced on January 1, will affect those planning to start holiday rentals across both mainland Spain and […]

Alastair Johnson relocated to Sitges, Spain in 2016 with his wife Alison and one-year-old son.He intended to spend just one year in the sunny European hotspot but eight years later, still calls it home.Alastair spoke exclusively to GB News about his expat experience, admitting that while the relaxed attitude to the time "bugged" him at first, the Spanish have "really got it right".For those considering taking the plunge and moving […]

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel guidance for South American holiday hotspot, Ecuador.Ecuador has renewed its state of emergency for an additional 60 days, effective from January 2, 2025, as the South American nation grapples with "internal disturbance and armed violence". Visitors to several districts and parishes will have to adhere to a strict curfew.The extension of emergency measures comes as the country faces significant […]

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued fresh travel advice for British travellers planning trips to New Zealand, with a particular focus on safety in remote areas.The updated guidance provides crucial information for those venturing beyond New Zealand's main tourist destinations.The FCDO emphasised the importance of thorough preparation and consultation with local authorities before embarking on journeys to remote locations.Travellers were advised to "check with the local tourist […]

Living in Spain has many positives such as sunny skies and nice beaches which is what a pair of expats have experienced.The couple, from the YouTube channel, Livin' La Vida Costa, shared how they find life is in Spain. The pair shared the first reason they moved to Spain was for the lifestyle there.The couple said: "You look at the Spanish people and regardless of social status or income, they […]