Europe Travel News – Destinations, Visa & Seasonal Tips

Book your Schengen visa slots now before it's too late

When to apply, key requirements, costs, and tips to avoid visa hurdles for UAE expats

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Summer travel to Europe from the UAE is always in high demand, and visa slots fill up quickly. If you plan to visit Italy, France or Spain in June or July, it is recommended to start planning and apply for your visa now to avoid any delays.

Lufthansa to equip 850 jets with free Starlink Wi-Fi

Airline group to equip 850 aircraft with free high-speed Starlink internet from 2026

Lufthansa marks 50 years of operations in Dubai this year, as the airline group ramps up capacity across the Middle East.

A first for Middle East: Etihad opens new Europe route

Only nonstop service between Abu Dhabi to the grand duchy to launch from October 2026

The flights will be operated using Etihad’s state-of-the-art A321LR, offering a three-class cabin including First Suites and lie-flat Business seats with direct aisle access.

Eurostar restarts trains but warns of New Year delays

Services restart after Channel Tunnel power fault, but knock-on delays remain

Passengers gather at the departure gates of the Eurostar terminal at St Pancras International Station.

Eurostar halts all London trains: All you need to know

Eurostar has suspended all trains connecting London to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels

Travellers are pictured at St. Pancras station in London on December 30, 2025, as Eurostar train service between Britain and continental Europe is halted.

Eurostar delays: How it impacts UAE travellers

Power failure in Channel Tunnel causes delays, cancellations at peak travel time

Rail travellers gather at the Eurostar terminal of St Pancras International railway station, London.

Europe on a Dh3,000 budget? Smart 2026 holiday plans

From cheap flights to low-cost cities, here’s how UAE travellers can stretch Dh3,000

A Euro trip does not have to drain your savings. Thoughtful and early planning means you can save a lot of money while having a great time.

Ireland seeks UAE tourists for rural destinations

Tourism Ireland is returning to the UAE market in January: Minister Peter Burke TD

Ireland welcomed almost 6.6 million overseas visitors in 2024, who spent about €6 billion in the Republic (around €7 billion on the island including Northern Ireland). Pictured above is Fanad Head Lighthouse, Donegal.

Air France ups Dubai-Paris flights before winter break

Increased flights offer more travel options and enhanced connectivity through March 2026

The increased frequency coincides with the peak winter season when Dubai attracts many tourists and business travellers, making travel between the Middle East and Europe even more seamless and accessible.

Why more UAE travellers are ditching malls for meaning

UAE’s new generation is chasing authenticity and culture in Japan, Georgia, South Korea

The busy capital of Tokyo, Japan, is an eye-popping mix of the ultramodern and the traditional.

Why many more Britons are set to move to Abu Dhabi soon

Quieter roads, top schools, lower costs make Abu Dhabi a magnet for UK professionals

Qasr Al Watan palace and Abu Dhabi skyline

Will Schengen Entry/Exit System hurt your short trips?

Europe’s new border system starts logging in your entries, exits, stay days automatically

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.

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