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Planning a Europe trip? ETIAS will not launch in 2026

Visa-exempt travellers do not need ETIAS yet

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The EU introduced two systems—ETIAS, a pre-trip travel authorisation for visa-free visitors, and EES, a border entry-exit registration replacing passport stamps.

Spain imposes border controls for Italy: Ministry

Temporary controls on arrivals from Italy to run until September 7, Spain says

Migrants who crossed from Morocco into Spain line up for food distribution on a beach in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.

Montenegro's visa-free entry fuels UAE travel boom

Direct Dubai flights and relaxed entry rules fuel Montenegro summer boom

From dramatic Adriatic coastlines and medieval towns to direct flights from Dubai, Montenegro is fast becoming one of the UAE's most sought-after summer destinations.

Fresh Europe warning for flights over Gulf airspace

EASA advises EU airlines to avoid flying over UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait until July 29

An AirNav Radar screenshot shows commercial flight activity from July 14 across the Gulf region, where many airlines have adjusted routes or avoided certain airspace following the latest European aviation safety advisory amid heightened US-Iran tensions.

UAE holidaymakers face another Europe travel hurdle

Travel demand remains steady, but many UAE holidaymakers are looking beyond Europe

Firefighters battle a wildfire in Spain. While flights from the UAE have not been affected, travel experts say Europe has become a more challenging destination this summer amid heatwaves, visa delays and new border procedures.

EU warns airlines over Iran, Iraq airspace risks

EASA warns of ‘imminent threats’ in Iranian skies amid fragile ceasefire

Travellers look at a flight information board at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia.

Holiday havoc: New EU border rules gridlock airports

Biometric border checks spark hours-long queues and missed flights across Europe

Airlines warn of missed flights and mounting chaos at Schengen checkpoints

UAE travellers swap Europe for cooler summer escapes

Scandinavia, Asia, Africa gain interest as families weigh heat, costs and travel comfort

People stand near over water hoses spilling water to provide relief from the summer heat as part of Cologne’s climate adaptation measures in Cologne, western Germany on June 25, 2026 during a heatwave in Europe.

From Abu Dhabi to Europe: Etihad adds two destinations

Etihad links Abu Dhabi to Kraków and Palma, opening fresh leisure and business flows

New Kraków and Palma routes deepen Abu Dhabi’s role as a global travel hub

50% off Europe flights. Here’s how to claim it

Jazeera Airways launches summer sale for direct Europe flights from Kuwait

People on boat aver Danube river taking picture during summer night ride [Stock image of Danube river used for illustrative purposes only]

IATA warns Europe airport chaos may worsen

IATA says Europe’s new border checks could trigger 6-hour airport queues this summer

Passengers queue at immigration counters at Warsaw International Airport amid ongoing disruption linked to the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), which has triggered long delays at several European airports.

Indians can now transit visa-free via Germany

Lufthansa says move will simplify travel via German hubs for Indian passengers

Indian PM Narendra Modi with Friedrich Merz during the German Chancellor's visit to India.

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