UK Braces for Busiest Christmas Travel Getaway on Record
Britain is heading into its busiest Christmas travel period ever, with record numbers expected on roads, railways, and at airports amid major engineering works and seasonal congestion.
Britain is heading into its busiest Christmas travel period ever, with record numbers expected on roads, railways, and at airports amid major engineering works and seasonal congestion.
December travel across Europe is facing renewed disruption as airport workers in Italy, the UK, and Spain plan strikes during the busiest holiday period of the year.
Beginning 25 February 2026, visa-exempt travelers from 85 countries will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before entering the UK, marking a major shift toward a fully digital border.
Hotels.com has launched ‘Save Your Way,’ a new loyalty option allowing travelers to choose between instant discounts or saving rewards for future trips.
British Airways will launch nonstop flights between London and St. Louis, Missouri in 2026, reconnecting the Midwestern city to Europe with a direct transatlantic link.
Glasgow has become the first Scottish city to approve a visitor levy, introducing a £5-per-night tourist tax from 2027 to support local infrastructure and public services.