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The Latest Breaking News from Simon Calder

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?

The Independent UK

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

Airline CEOs play down concerns about a shortage of aviation fuel

The Independent UK

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

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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

The Independent UK

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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

The Independent UK

Foreign Office issue UAE safety advice for Britons trapped in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

The UK government has told British nationals in the region to shelter in place

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Latest advice after Iran strikes in the region

The UK’s Foreign Office lifted its travel advisory on the UAE last month, opening up more holiday opportunities

The Independent UK

Middle East travel chaos: Join Q&A with Simon Calder on flight cancellations, rerouting and your rights

ASK ME ANYTHING: Simon Calder, travel correspondent at The Independent, is here to answer your questions on the escalating disruption across the Middle East – and what it means for your journey

The Independent UK

Middle East travel advice: Simon Calder answers your questions as strikes cause aviation chaos

Hundreds of thousands of airline passengers have had their travel plans disrupted

The Independent UK

When is the cheapest time to buy a flight ticket – and does it matter?

The Man Who Pays His Way: Air fares can go down as well as up, and ‘oft expectation fails’

The Independent UK

Aer Lingus to demand passports from passengers between Ireland and Great Britain

Exclusive: British Airways will continue to accept alternative forms of ID between London and Dublin, but passengers may find they are booked on the Irish airline

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Mexico violence: What are your travel rights if you are there or are booked to go?

All you need to know as drug-related violence erupts across this popular destination

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EU entry-exit system: ‘Just run that past me again …’

The Man Who Pays His Way: There seems to be no end to the questions and confusion about Europe’s digital borders scheme

The Independent UK

New visa rules make visiting this West Asian country even easier

Travellers can stay for as long as 180 days

The Independent UK

Six ways to get to Japan for cherry blossom season – plus Simon Calder’s favourite

Exclusive: The cheapest option to Tokyo is just £688 return, but everything about the journey is unappealing

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‘For goodness sake, just get on with it’: Heathrow expansion must happen now, says Dubai airport boss

Plane Talk: ‘The benefits will kickstart the economy’ claims CEO Paul Griffiths

The Independent UK

21 years of air passengers’ rights – Simon Calder asks: has it worked?

‘261 is a legislative mess that damages the interests of passengers’

The Independent UK

Can heading south of the border substitute for all-American experiences?

The Man Who Pays His Way: Embarrassed about a US trip? Satisfy your travel aspirations in Latin America

The Independent UK

Warning of four-hour waits at passport control this summer as chaotic EES rollout continues

Digital borders scheme causing ‘massive delays and inconvenience’, say aviation insiders

The Independent UK

Cash for access as Rome brings in €2 fee for Trevi Fountain – but other locations are available

The Man Who Pays His Way: Is charging admission to public spaces the way to tackle over-tourism?

The Independent UK

Public transport: cities must do better at catering for visitors as well as locals

The Man Who Pays His Way: Other people’s mass transit should be organised better for tourists

The Independent UK

China visa for UK holidaymakers could be dropped as early as Monday, says top tour operator

Exclusive: Travel correspondent Simon Calder talks to Wendy Wu about what the move means for British travellers

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