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Five ways Madrid’s new chatbot can help you plan trips to the Spanish city
The new VisitMadridGPT virtual assistant provides you with top tips, insider intel and useful information to help you curate holidays to Spain’s capital
Abta to host conference call to help members navigate new EU border rules
The call on 24 September will feature representatives from the Department for Transport and Foreign Office
Thomas Cook boss spells out ambitions for brand under new owner
Thomas Cook boss spells out ambitions for brand under new owner
Thomas Cook will expand into new European markets under its new Polish parent, Alan French tells TTG
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Abercrombie & Kent introduces private villas collection in Italy
The luxury travel group has debuted its exclusive collection of Tuscany villas.
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Clia RiverView to return to Budapest next year hosting six ships
It will feature sessions, ship visits, a trade fair, break-out training sessions and overnight onboard stays and will run from 8 to 10 March.
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Ryanair ponders return to package market eight years after failed first attempt
The low-cost carrier declined to comment further when approached by TTG, however Michael O’Leary told The Telegraph he ’wouldn’t rule out’ offering package holidays in the future
Top 5: The hotels luxury agents need to know this week
Our weekly roundup of the best luxury properties is back.
New Norway zero-emissions rules 'are a victory for those who didn't invest in greener future'
Norway will now punish cruise ships that do not comply with strict zero-emission rules by 2032 to protect its World Heritage fjords but not everyone is happy with the decision
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Singapore group to bring ‘entry-level’ luxury to London with new hotel
KOP Group will open its second UK property in Kensington later this month
European airports to reintroduce strict 100ml liquid rule from today
European airports to reintroduce strict 100ml liquid rule from today
The decision by the European Commission to reintroduce a blanket ban on liquids of more than 100ml being carried in hand luggage comes despite many European airports acquiring next-gen scanners allowing passengers to keep larger volumes of liquid in their hand luggage
Norway to enforce strict zero-emissions rules on cruise ships by 2032
The new regulations which come into effect on 1 January 2026 won’t impact larger cruise vessels until 2032 due to the lack of technology currently available
It is hoped the stamp of approval will boost consumer confidence in the country's tourism sector
Portuguese ground handlers firm up weekend strike plans
Portugal’s transport workers’ union confirms plans for walkout on Sunday 31 August and Monday 1 September, which will impact all of the country’s national airports – including Lisbon and Porto
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Prime minister plays down prospect of EU youth mobility scheme
Sir Keir Starmer has ruled out seeking an immediate deal with the EU for 18 to 30-year-olds to work in Europe and to let EU nationals work in the UK, in a blow to the travel industry
Govt pledges £10 million to smooth transition to new EU border rules
£3.5 million pledges each to the Port of Dover, Eurostar at St Pancras and Eurotunnel at Folkestone to guard against ’excessive queues’ when the EU Entry-Exit System comes into effect in November
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Ambassador forced to divert another ship due to Extinction Rebellion protest
The line confirmed Ambience will dock in IJmuiden rather than Amsterdam to avoid the climate protest on Monday 26 August
Abta: 'The mood music is changing in Westminster when it comes to travel'
Govt hints at restoring right for under-30s to work in EU travel jobs
The UK government is keen to open talks with Brussels about granting under 30s the right to work in the EU, with reciprocal arrangements for UK businesses to attract EU staff.
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Iceland's Blue Lagoon spa closes again after latest volcanic eruption
The famous attraction in southwest Iceland has temporarily shut its doors again as a ’precautionary measure’ following another volcanic eruption along Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula
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EasyJet adds Malta and mainland Spain packages at Southend airport
EasyJet adds more routes and packages to its base at Southend ahead of its return to the Essex airport next spring
Portuguese ground handlers to walk out over late August weekend
Ground handling workers will down tools between 31 August and 1 September over pay and working conditions
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Norway to target high-end travellers in UK as part of landmark initiative
The tourist office is keen to highlight its high end offering and attract more luxury operators to feature the country
The new boutique resort in Turkey where a family holiday is child's play
Bijal in Antalya is proving to be a game-changer for families seeking to re-inject fun into their lives
New sleeper rail service to connect the UK with Venice in 24 hours
Starting 5 February, twice-weekly services will connect Brussels to Venice, opening up the prospect of a 24-hour single-change journey from the UK to Italy
Extinction Rebellion calls for ‘immediate end to the cruise industry’ as new ship targeted
Royal Caribbean International’s Serenade of the Seas has become the latest cruise ship to be targeted by climate activists across northern Europe this summer
Abta seeking ‘pragmatic solutions’ as EU confirms start date for new border rules
EU home affairs commissioner Ylva Johansson has confirmed the EU’s new biometric border checks will take effect from 10 November, with its proposed new visa waiver scheme to follow in 2025