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Spain travel warning for Brits who use cash abroad as Euro note 'no longer accepted'
The Mirror
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July 4, 2025
Brits planning Spain holidays this year will no doubt be looking to withdraw some cash for shopping, food and souvenirs but there's a new rule in place you'll need to be aware of. Although nowadays most people will favour card payments over cash,...
How could European summer strikes scupper your holiday?
STV News
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July 4, 2025
A series of summer strikes in Europe affecting flights, trains and hotels are threatening to derail British holidaymakers’ trips. Ongoing strikes across mainland Europe are likely to cause delays and even cancellations, and travellers are being...
Nearly three-quarters of Dutch went on summer vacation last year
NL Times
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July 4, 2025
Last summer, 72 percent of Netherlands residents aged 15 or older went on vacation. The average Dutch person took two trips during the summer. The average trip lasted nine days and cost 77 euros per day, Statistics Netherlands reported on Friday -...
PM: Peru and Belgium share a common vision of development
Andina
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July 4, 2025
In his remarks, the Cabinet chief conveyed the Peruvian Government's appreciation for the outgoing diplomat's work, highlighting his valuable contribution to strengthening bilateral relations. "Peru and Belgium share a common vision of...
Pensacola Beach dining guide: Where to eat on the beach, from fancy to flip flops
Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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If you’re making the trek out to Pensacola Beach for a sun-soaked day on the sand, you need to give some thought to your dining options to fuel the day. Whether you’re looking for a quick slice of New York-style pizza or a waterfront fresh catch...
Strict new rules rolled out across France that could see you fined £116 on the beach this summer
The Sun
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July 4, 2025
FRANCE has always been a holiday favourite for Brits and continues to be one - but there is a new strict rule to look out for. And its already been rolled out across the country and could see you fined £116 on the beach this summer. 4 France has...
Spain enforces three new rules for Brits using cash while on holiday
Bristol Post
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July 4, 2025
While card payment has become the norm across most of Europe by 2025, there are still some establishments that might favour cash. This could imply that if you're planning a Spanish getaway, withdrawing some Euros to use during your travels might...
Belgium Reinstates Schengen Border Checks
FTN News
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June 25, 2025
As summer unfolds across Europe, travelers heading into Belgium may want to add one more item to their checklist: time. This season, the country is reintroducing border checks along selected internal Schengen routes—a decision that marks both a...
Belgium travel advice as Foreign Office warns 'check' before travelling
Liverpool Echo
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June 25, 2025
The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for British tourists travelling to Belgium. The advice also impacts those already in the country. Belgium is a popular tourist location, attracting millions of visitors every year. The country...
Mehul Choksi Fights ED’s Fugitive Status Claim Amid Ongoing Legal Battles in Belgium and UK
Antigua.News
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July 4, 2025
Mehul Choksi has contested the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) effort to label him a fugitive economic offender. Choksi’s lawyer, Vijay Aggarwal, argued in a Special Court in Mumbai that Choksi is already in “constructive custody” of Indian...
Wales football fans stuck in hotels after historic match hit by travel chaos
Wales Online
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July 4, 2025
14:02, 04 Jul 2025Updated 14:03, 04 Jul 2025 Welsh football fans are facing disruption ahead of a historic match, as French air traffic control strikes continue to cause chaos for those headed to France. Welsh women's team made history after...
Why Saudi Arabia imports sand from Australia despite its endless deserts
The Times of India
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Construction-grade sand imported from Australia and other nations meets Saudi Arabia’s demand for coarse, angular aggregates that local desert sands cannot provide/Image: NatGeo TL;DR: Saudi Arabia imports sand from nations such as China and...
Sona Jobarteh appointed as Gambia Tourism Board Roaming Ambassador
The Point
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Sona Jobarteh was officially honoured during a prestigious awards dinner hosted by GTBoard at Casa Afriqa in Kololi on Wednesday. The event celebrated her global influence particularly among Millennial and Generation Z, and her steadfast promotion...
Sports News | India A Hockey Team Ends Euro Tour Campaign with 2-8 Loss Against Netherlands
Latestly
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July 21, 2025
Eindhoven [Netherlands], July 21 (ANI): India A men's hockey team ended their Euro Tour campaign with a 2-8 loss against the Netherlands. Young Indian midfielder Rajinder Singh and forward Selvam Karthi scored the two goals for India A in the...
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann enjoys rapid growth, amid store revamp and tourism boom
FashionNetwork India
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July 3, 2025
Business at Galeries Lafayette’s famed Boulevard Haussmann flagship is booming this year, amid a huge flood of tourists into the nation’s capital, and a significantly refreshed retail offer. Outside the Galeries Lafayette store in Paris - Courtesy...
UK tourists in Spain warned over three Euro rules this summer
Birmingham Live
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July 4, 2025
While card payment has dominated most of Europe by 2025, there are still some establishments which might prefer cash. This could mean if you are planning a trip to Spain, you could be thinking withdrawing some Euros to spend out and about could be...
Socceroos Abroad: Teague completes Belgium move, Yazbek faces top-of-the-table clash
Socceroos
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July 4, 2025
Subway Socceroos continue their seasons in America and Japan this week with some critical clashes. Here's the preview for this weekend. Subway Socceroos Starting in America, where Aiden O'Neill (cap #629) played all of New York City's 3-1 win over...
Irish people reminded for summer holidays Spain 'no longer accepting euro note'
Galway Beo
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July 3, 2025
Irish holidaymakers heading to Spain this summer are being urged to keep a close eye on their cash as new changes around Euro banknotes and coins come into effect. While many travellers have made the switch to card payments, there are still plenty...
Spain alert for tourists using cash as a Euro note 'no longer accepted'
Manchester Evening News
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July 3, 2025
Spain has long been a popular tourist destination for Brits and as many people prepare to jet off this summer, its important to know the rules surrounding when and where cash isn't accepted following certain changes. If you're planning a Spanish...
Where was ‘Bookish’ filmed? The unexpected locations behind the Mark Gatiss detective drama
Time Out
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In BBC’ss Sherlock, Mark Gatiss played the titular detective’s influential older brother, Mycroft Holmes. In the new period thriller Bookish, Gatiss portrays a protagonist cut from the same cloth as Sherlock, albeit with a more supportive approach...