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Europe’s airlines gut summer schedules as Iran war drives jet fuel crisis
European airlines have axed tens of thousands of summer flights as the Iran war drives jet fuel prices to record levels, with Lufthansa, Aer Lingus, SAS and Ryanair all cutting schedules.
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EasyJet launches direct Nice-Madeira flights as Portugal route expands
Budget carrier will operate twice-weekly service to Funchal starting June, undercutting TAP's stopover option with direct flights from €40.
SNCF strike on 13th January to disrupt Côte d’Azur rail services
The one-day action by Sud Rail union will likely affect TER Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur services connecting Nice, Monaco, Cannes, Antibes and other coastal cities.
Héli Air Monaco to introduce electric aircraft on Riviera routes
The operator has signed an agreement for Vertical Aerospace's Valo eVTOL, targeting zero-emission flights between Monaco, Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez from 2028.
Italy makes helmet use compulsory on slopes this season
All skiers, snowboarders, sledders, and tobogganists are now legally required to wear a helmet – regardless of age or experience – or face fines of up to €200 and possible suspension of their...
Travellers to UK from France and Monaco will need ETA from 2026
The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme, launched in phases since 2023, will become mandatory for visitors from 85 visa-exempt countries including EU member states such as France, as...
Runway error confirmed in Nice Airport near‑miss as government pledges tighter control tower rules
“The aircraft was 10 feet above the ground and therefore from the easyJet aircraft when the go-around was initiated,” wrote investigators.
