Category: Travel

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

EU Destinations With Tourist Taxes In 2024

If you’re planning a trip in 2024, brace yourself for additional expenses. A growing number of tourist locations throughout the world are implementing tourist taxes, either integrated into accommodation costs or collected upon arrival. The concept of a tourist tax is not new. While not universal, several destinations will begin charging them in 2024 to…
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Spain Recognises Kosovo Passports, Allowing Visa-Free Travel for Citizens

In a significant development for citizens of Kosovo, Spain has officially recognised passports issued by the Republic of Kosovo, enabling Kosovars to travel visa-free to the country.  This decision comes shortly after Kosovo citizens were granted visa-free access within the European Union’s Schengen zone. Deputy Prime Minister Besnik Bislimi expressed his satisfaction on social media,…
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Travel Chaos: London Underground Faces Week-Long Strikes

Londoners are bracing for a week of severe disruptions on the London Underground as a labour dispute escalates, threatening to halt services for the majority of the upcoming week. Strikes by London Underground workers will go ahead from January 5 to 12 after last-ditch talks failed to resolve a pay dispute. Members of the Rail,…
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UK Implements Stricter Visa Rules for International Students In 2024

In a move aimed at reshaping migration dynamics, the UK government has enacted stringent measures affecting international students and their ability to bring family members to the country.  Effective January 1, 2024, the new regulations limit the privilege of most international students to bring dependents along, with exceptions granted solely to those enrolled in postgraduate…
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Travel Chaos: European Flight and Train Strikes Expected On January 2024

We always hope that our travel will be worry-free, but as 2024 rolls in, there are several strikes and other disruptions to look out for across Europe this January. Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions. Walkouts are sometimes planned months ahead but…
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