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British vacationers heading to one of Spain's most popular regions this summer have been urged to prepare for a chaotic scene at major airports. A new video from Tiktok reveals a crazy line that is said to be “hell” by people in the comments.The new video shows an incredibly long line of tourists waiting to pass through passport control at Malaga airport in southern Spain. One video posted by user @tillintravels showed a crowd of passengers slowly passing through the airport. According to one commenter, this is more than just a problem for British tourists. “The automatic machines have not…

As the costs of last-minute summer vacation threaten to grow household budgets, many British people are turning their attention to the British coast for a wallet-friendly weekend escape. Blackpool has emerged as the number one affordable stay this summer, according to a new survey by credit card provider Aqua.Famous for its nostalgic charm, iconic arcades and classic coastal atmosphere, Blackpool has taken the top spot thanks to just £82 thanks to an average stay. From the world-famous Tower of Blackpool to three pieres lined with fun activities for the whole family, there's plenty to do. The Golden Mile is still…

According to Home Minister Leon Schreiber, South Africa will implement a fully digital digital travel certification (ETA) system by the end of September 2025. Initially applied to short-term tourist visits for up to 90 days, the new system is part of the government's efforts to modernize visa processing and border entry procedures. The Border Management Agency-Managed ETA debuts at major international airports and is designed to improve processing time and security using AI-powered risk monitoring and cybersecurity measures. A list of eligible nationalities will be released at launch and broader visa category coverage is planned for future stages. read more…

The U.S. State Department said Wednesday it is resuming the process of suspending foreigners applying for student visas, but all applicants will need to unlock their social media accounts for government review. The department said the consular officers are looking for posts and messages that could be deemed hostile to the United States, its government, culture, institutions or establishment principles. In a notice published Wednesday, the department said it had cancelled its suspension of student visa processing but could be denied new applicants who set their social media accounts to “public” and refuse to allow reviews. He said refusing to…

Frédéric Chevalier: “Our direction is clear: to continue to create value for our partners; … more Memorable retail and dining experiences for travelers. ”Lagardère Travel Retail France's Lagardere Travel Retail (LTR), the world's second largest airport retailer after Avolta, is creating a leadership structure for co-CEOs. On July 1st, the current Associate CEO will step up to run the organization alongside existing longtime leader Dag Rasmussen, informing them of the succession process and potential departures for the latter, or move to the retailer's full-time chair. The move comes from recommendations from Rasmussen, who will be at the helm for almost…

This partnership focuses on streamlining financial processes using Stablecoins, enabling faster, cheaper cross-border transactions. Yellow Card announced its partnership with Visa, the leading licensing stubcoin payment orchestrator in Africa and the emerging world and a global leader in digital payments, driving the next phase of innovation in cross-border payments and financial infrastructure in emerging markets where Yellow Card is charged for a license to operate. Through this partnership, Visa and Yellow Card will work together to help streamline Stablecoin's use cases and financial operations, strengthen liquidity management, and explore opportunities to enable faster, more cost-effective money moves across borders. “Traditional…

Famous for its maritime heritage and medieval architecture, Englishport City is set to receive a massive cash injection of £2.5 million per cruise ship. P&O Cruise, a British cruise line based at Carnival House in Southampton, UK, is run by Carnival UK (CUK) and owned by Carnival Corporation & PLC, and is expected to provide 505 billion yen to the UK economy over the next five years.According to CUK's Economic Impact Report, the conversion of CUK ships in Southampton adds an incredible £1.9 million to the economy, which has risen to £2.5 million on the “often”. This survey was completed…

The gems on the UK's East Coast line are set to shine brighter after substantial cash injections. Located at the mouth of the Humber Estuary in northeastern Lincolnshire, Creethorpes has been a holiday hotspot since the 19th century. However, when Brits traded a UK coastal break for a Spanish package holiday, there were casualties of underinvestment during Benidorm Boom.Famous for its four miles of golden sand, a 335-foot-long pier and a vast 160-acre nature reserve, this quaint town caters to all tastes. Naturally, a line of lively arcades, award-winning fish and chip shops and souvenir shops sells everything from flavor…

This summer, urgent advice was issued to Britons heading to Benidorm about “illegal conduct” that appears to be a beach in a Spanish city.The issue was highlighted by the holiday maker and Karen Gregory who took him to Tiktok to claim that if he went to Tiktok and fell into a crime, tourists could potentially face a fine. “Don't buy cocktails on the beach,” they urged in a video recorded by Costa Blanca.The pair continued, sharing footage of a cocktail salesman working on the sand.”And if you catch them buying them, you can get a fine,” Mark and Karen insisted.…

Kigali, Rwanda | Xinhua | Rwandaa was named Africa's best regional airline at the 2025 World Aviation Awards at the Paris Air Show held in France on Tuesday. In a statement, Rwandare celebrated the recognition and called the praise a testament to his reputation and commitment to excellence. Passenger feedback contributed to the victory, highlighting the airline's attention to detail across all elements of the travel experience. “We would like to thank all travelers who voted for Rwandera and Skytrax for celebrating the excellence of aviation,” said Yvonne Makoro, CEO of Rwandera, as saying. “This recognition reaffirms our commitment to…