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STAFF at seven airports in the UK and Channel Islands are eligible for a £1.20-a-bag payment through a new incentive scheme. It’s time to worry if you’ve ever worried about a bag you were toting that wasn’t in accordance with your company’s rules. The Guardian Reports indicate that an email was leaked, as first reported by The Jersey Evening PostAirport …

BENIDORM is an old fishing village located in Alicante that has been transformed into a symbol for modernity, without losing its original essence. Many Brits continue to visit the island due to its beaches, climate and cultural offerings. What is the best destination for UK tourists? The Guardian? It is a place that offers a lot: good food, sun, beach, …

From tourist taxes to new passport rules, here’s what travellers to Spain should know in 2025 — including airport changes and heat warnings. Discover Tailor-Made Tours Simply Holiday Bookings offers a wide range of personalized vacation experiences. Book Now

As much of Spain prepares for yet another scorching heatwave this week, with temperatures soaring well above 35ºC across inland and Mediterranean regions, a quiet reprieve awaits in a lesser-known…

You’ll be able to feel the Spanish coast as you head north and pass Benidorm.  As the dense clusters high-rises in Murcia, Andalucia, Costa Blanca and south begin to thin out, more inviting beaches will appear. The air feels lighter, more relaxed, and overall more comfortable. Denia awaits you as you finally approach the Montgo Mountain.  Forget Javea to the …

Extreme heat is forcing travelers to adjust across Europe. Credit: 89Stocker via Canva.com Has anyone noticed that temperatures in parts of Spain, Greece, and Turkey have pushed past 44 °C? The heat is impacting travellers, airports and their bookings. It may be too late for the UK to issue its advice. On July 2, it issued a formal warning for …

The historic city of Pamplona is once again preparing to welcome thousands of visitors and locals for the world-famous Festival of San Fermín. This year, the festival will run from Sunday July 6 at…

Spain’s coastal towns welcome tourists — but not every euro note will. Credit: Thomas Dutour, Canva.com Double-check your wallet if you are planning to visit Spain in the summer of 2025, and prefer to pay with cash. Not all euro notes will be accepted. Spanish authorities have warned tourists that some bills will now be rejected. This would include the …

Tourists heading to the Balearics for their summer getaway are given expert advice about how to receive a warm Spanish welcome. Yasim Pekel, travel expert from Cabin Charter Company Blue Cruise Has shared important tips for navigating popular destination like Mallorca, where the number of visitors has risen by 12.9% on an annual basis. Pekel told Olive Press that “tourists …

VALENCIA’S Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències is offering an extraordinary summer lineup that blends science, art, and family fun. Visitors can experience live planetariums, immersive experiences dedicated Leonardo da Vinci, and a host of interactive exhibitions and theatrical science shows—all designed to engage audiences of every age. Summer Nights in the Planetarium: Live astronomy Back by popular demand, …