Two weeks ago, I decided to go to Hong Kong over spring break. It was impulsive. I had been there before — once as a child, and again in 2019. But somehow, I barely remembered any of it. This is the second time in a relatively short span that I have found myself writing about

There’s nothing like the buzz of setting off to the airport to get your holiday started. Yes, it can be a little stressful, but then there’s all the excitement of the adventure ahead – and you can you have a pint literally any time of day or night in an airport ’Spoons. Them’s the rules.

Changes in the rules for transporting pets have sparked a wave of dissatisfaction among pet owners. New requirements have not only complicated the travel process itself but have also significantly increased the financial burden on citizens planning trips with their pets. Now, for each trip abroad, a separate animal health certificate is required. This means

Travel rules for pet owners in Great Britain have been significantly revised after new European Union regulations that reshape how animals can enter EU countries. The changes impact people travelling with dogs, cats, and ferrets for non-commercial purposes like holidays, requiring fresh documentation in place of the previously used EU pet passports.Officials state that the

If you use a pet passport, your pet may be refused entry into the EU. Picture: Getty Anyone travelling from Great Britain to an EU country with a pet will now need to get an animal health certificate (AHC) before they set off. Those travelling into the EU with pet dogs, cats and ferrets will

The summer holidays are almost within reach. You may have all your trips planned out already, but if not, now’s a good time to get booking. And if you’re stuck for inspiration, it can be useful to take a look at the places on everyone else’s radar.  Tripadvisor’s Summer Travel Index has revealed the destinations that are

You can no longer use EU pet passports to travel into the EU A generic picture of a dog (Image: Getty Images) New rules have come into force today concerning how residents in the UK can travel to the EU with their pets. The changes, announced by the EU, apply to the non-commercial movement of

BRITS are being warned of new travel rules to Europe that apply to all pet owners. Under the new rules, Brits can no longer use an EU pet passport to enter the EU with their pets, even if they have a holiday home there or their pet passport was issued years ago. Sign up to

Data Reveals How Pets are Shaping Travel Choices and Itineraries Pets are no longer just companions at home—they are now shaping how Indians travel. As International Pet Day approaches, new data highlights a growing “pet-first” mindset among travellers, with furry friends increasingly influencing everything from destinations to daily itineraries. According to recent insights, searches for

An Australian travel giant caught in a $240 million overcharging scandal has revealed signed agreements with a UK customer may have been faked. Brisbane-based Corporate Travel Management on Wednesday morning detailed a laundry list of concerns about the ballooning scandal: it had not returned refunds, had kept customer overpayments, overcharged clients and even “amended” audit

Get Travel Insider with Simon Calder. A newsletter packed with tips, deals, inspiration, and the latest travel news Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder British-based pet owners with plans to travel to the EU have been warned of new rules set to make some pet

The coastline was chosen among the world’s 16 best, alongside Big Sur in California and the Garden Route in South Africa, by CNN back in 2019, and the county was included on a short list of the best places to go in 2026 Milo Boyd Deputy Travel Editor & Commercial Writer 02:18, 22 Apr 2026

Steve Schwarzbach has attended every World Cup event since 2006. He had no apprehensions about attending the games in countries such as South Africa and Brazil which can have a reputation — fairly or not — of being dangerous for tourists. Given the scale of the international event, he trusted that local police would protect

Our tour of the UK’s car museums you should visit once in your life ranges from the Silverstone Experience Centre, which focuses heavily on interactive and virtual experiences, to the rich in tradition National Motor Museum in Beaulieu, and a memorial site for a Scottish motorsport legend. British Motor Museum, Gaydon (Warwickshire) The world’s

Manchester City have announced a return to Hong Kong for the first time in seven years as part of their 2026/27 preparations. The Blues will face Italian giants Inter Milan. The fixture will serve as a centre-piece of the Hong Kong Football Festival at the Kai Tak Stadium. Plans for Manchester City’s pre-season tour ahead

Planning a trip to Hong Kong? Take a break from the bustling city and be rewarded with stunning views with these best kid-friendly hiking trails in Hong Kong. Hong Kong may be known for its bustling city life, but did you know that it’s actually home to some of the most unique hiking trails in

Traveling with your pet sounds easy until hotel rules start getting in the way. Extra fees, strict limits, and confusing policies can quickly make things frustrating. The good news is that some hotel chains keep it simple and affordable. These options welcome pets without overcharging, so you can plan your trip without stress and actually

Cathay Pacific has unveiled its newly redesigned flagship lounge, “The Wing, First”, at Hong Kong International Airport ahead of its official reopening to customers on 22 April 2026. Located on the east side of Terminal 1, The Wing, First has been a cornerstone of Cathay Pacific’s ground offerings since HKIA’s opening in 1998. The redesigned

Christmas is still eight months away, but artificial tree maker Lou Liping is already worried about a bad holiday season due to the Iran war. Lou’s company, Kitty Christmas Factory, has been making artificial trees for the U.S. and European markets for nearly three decades. Her facility is based in the city of Yiwu, known

American MAGA and anti-Islam influencer Valentina Gomez has received a travel ban from the United Kingdom. She gained notoriety for a series of anti-Islam stunts while she ran as a Republican candidate for Missouri Secretary of State. Gomez, who was set to speak at a conservative rally in the U.K. in May, was previously given