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Is this the end of the pre-flight pint? Simon Calder explains

A pre-holiday pint at the airport for some is a staple ahead of a flight. But could this beloved tradition be coming to an end?

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Britons ditching Spain after rival destination drops EU biometric requirement

Exclusive: ‘Travellers are opting for destinations where the arrival experience is smoother’

The Independent UK

Simon Calder explains hantavirus cruise outbreak latest as British crew member to be evacuated

Three passengers have died after a suspected outbreak of hantavirus ripped through an Atlantic Ocean cruise ship, the MV Hondius.

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Could your summer holiday be in peril due to a jet fuel crisis? Here’s why you don’t need to panic — just yet

Holiday trips are likely to be prioritised ahead of business journeys as government eases slot rules, says Simon Calder

The Independent UK

Why and how European airlines may cancel flights – and why passengers shouldn’t worry about holidays

Simon Calder shares his advice for passengers concerned about the price and availability of jet fuel

The Independent UK

Top travel firms vow not to apply ‘war’ surcharges to summer holidays

The Man Who Pays His Way: Tui, easyJet, Jet2 and Brittany Ferries have moved smartly to calm concerns

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Simon Calder explains what to do if your flight is cancelled as jet fuel price soars

Holidaymakers may be concerned about flight cancellations, fuel shortages, and rising costs amid travel uncertainty following the US-Israeli attack on Iran and the subsequent reprisals.

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Will British Airways flights to Guernsey thrive after a 40-year absence?

Plane Talk: The island is now ‘connected to the rest of the world’ after route resumes

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Greece goes its own way – and drops EU entry-exit biometrics for British travellers

The Man Who Pays His Way: Flying in or out of Corfu, Crete or Rhodes? No fingerprints necessary

The Independent UK

KLM cancels over 150 flights due to the soaring price of fuel

The European journeys are ‘currently no longer financially viable to operate’, said the airline

The Independent UK

Simon Calder answers your EU entry-exit system questions – from queues to what happens if you miss your flight

ASK ME ANYTHING: Travel expert Simon Calder answers readers’ questions on the EES rollout – from delays and missed flights to passenger rights, queues and what travellers can expect this summer

The Independent UK

EU entry-exit system: Ask Simon Calder your urgent questions about the digital borders scheme

ASK ME ANYTHING: Could you miss your holiday flight home because of delays at passport control? Simon Calder, travel correspondent at The Independent, is here to answer your questions

The Independent UK

What happens about accommodation if my holiday flight is grounded by the fuel shortage?

The Man Who Pays His Way: Airlines can find plenty of creative ways to get booked passengers to their destinations

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Cabin calling: Should in-flight phone calls be allowed?

British Airways follows major carriers by partnering with Starlink to keep passengers connected in the air, including allowing voice and video calls. But the move is far from straightforward, with worries over cabin noise and ongoing US restrictions on in-flight calls.

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The Independent UK

Jet fuel rationing introduced at four airports in Italy

Air BP Italia has fuel restrictions in place until at least 9 April

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If aviation fuel rationing starts, how might passengers on the three big airlines be affected?

The Man Who Pays His Way: My hypothetical take on how schedule culls could look on British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair

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Would you book flights for June via the Middle East?

TRAVEL QUESTIONS: Simon Calder answers your questions on

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Middle East flights crisis: 11 answers travellers need as Iran war continues to bring travel chaos

What are the implications of flying to or through the Gulf?

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EasyJet boss says ‘book as early as possible’ to avoid air fare hikes

Airline CEOs play down concerns about a shortage of aviation fuel

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I flew through Abu Dhabi’s no-go zone – here’s what happened

Exclusive: The Foreign Office says Abu Dhabi and Dubai are off-limits, but flights to and from both airports are full of UK holidaymakers. Simon Calder checked in for a flight to the ‘danger zone’ to find out what awaits them

The Independent UK

Is it a good idea to drink alcohol on flights? The Independent travel desk gives their verdict

Many travellers see a drink after take off as key to the holiday experience

The Independent UK

How long will Gulf flight chaos continue – and what are stranded passengers’ options?

The Man Who Pays His Way: How will the Middle East airlines ever rebuild confidence?

The Independent UK

Introducing dystopia tourism – my city break in Broken Hill

TRAVEL INSIDER: In his latest newsletter, Simon Calder explores “dystopia tourism” in Australia, visiting the outback towns of Silverton and Broken Hill – desolate landscapes that served as the backdrop for Mad Max 2 and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

The Independent UK

Will my package holiday or tour be cancelled due to Iran-US war? Your refund rights

Operators including Intrepid Travel, Tui and G Adventures have issued updates

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British couple spend almost £10k for flights home from Sydney

Stranded holidaymakers are having to dig deep to find alternative ways home

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