Travel Updates

Shanghai Will Enter Lockdown For Short Period

Shanghai Will Enter Lockdown For Short Period

Though there is a flood of excellent news coming out for destinations in 2022, it is still important to keep up to date on small changes that could affect or delay your booking. Something that could affect a holiday is the news that Shanghai will enter lockdown for a short period.  Though this is a…

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New Zealand Reopen Plans Moved Forward

New Zealand Reopen Plans Moved Forward

New Zealand's Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, announced on Tuesday the 15th of March the New Zealand reopen plans initially set to allow travellers in July, will now be moved forward in an exciting turn of events for travellers.   After nearly two years with no travellers to New Zealand, the government initially announced a long-haul…

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Slovenia and Iceland Travel Restrictions Removed

Slovenia and Iceland Travel Restrictions Removed

The great news was released on Friday the 25th of February as it was announced that most Slovenia and Iceland travel restrictions will be removed from the same date.   Iceland officials stated that travel and domestic restrictions have been lifted from the 25th of February onwards in a strike for normalcy. This means that…

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Government Considering Changing Air Passenger Rights

Government Considering Changing Air Passenger Rights

On Monday the 31st of January, the UK government released the proposal for a series of changes they intend to make to air passenger rights. These focused on changes to the consumer protection laws currently in place for domestic airlines. This proposal was announced by the transport secretary, Grant Shapps, and went into some issues…

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Government Ready to Remove Day-2 Tests for Vaccinated

Government Ready to Remove Day-2 Tests for Vaccinated

Speculation has come out over the course of the weekend (15th-16th of January) surrounding sources claiming that the government are ready to remove day-2 tests for fully vaccinated travellers in an announcement to come this month. Several sources including The Times have spoken to government sources, and many are anticipating the reveal of this change…

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Italy Ski Insurance Now Required: Book With a Travel Agent

Italy Ski Insurance Now Required: Book With a Travel Agent

Italy recently announced that ski insurance is now required for all skiers and snowboarders who visit. They are the first destination to make this a necessary requirement. Specifically applying to the ski slopes in Italy, the country made the decision that all skiers and snowboarders using the slopes will need third-party liability insurance for winter…

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Germany Ease Restrictions for UK Travellers From January 4

Germany Ease Restrictions for UK Travellers From January 4

Wonderful news came out for the travel industry on December 31st 2021 when it was announced that Germany will ease restrictions for fully vaccinated UK travellers from January 4th. This is a fantastic start to the new year, allowing those who are fully vaccinated or those who have an important reason to enter Germany.   These changes were announced…

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Consumers Are More Aware of Financial Protection in Travel

Consumers Are More Aware of Financial Protection in Travel

According to a poll recently conducted by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), consumers are more aware of financial protection than ever before. Not only this, but on average the poll determined that 3 in 4 holidaymakers view financial protection in travel, such as ATOL, as an important part of booking in comparison to pre-covid.   Though…

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FCDO: Check Passport Before Visiting the Schengen Area

FCDO: Check Passport Before Visiting the Schengen Area

With the effects of Covid on travel, it's easy for consumers to be distracted from other travel requirements. From passport requirements, to visas, to other documentation, and the effects of Brexit, it's important to keep these things in mind. With these things comes the recent FCDO advice for consumers to check passport stamps before visiting…

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Ski Bookings Rise as Travel Optimism Returns

Ski Bookings Rise as Travel Optimism Returns

As October has brought waves of great news and progress for the travel industry, it is fantastic to see consumer confidence and optimism for travel returning full force. And, as winter approaches and the start of the colder days begins, it's no surprise, but a great delight to see ski bookings rise ready for some…

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