Travel
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 well as Monaco.
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Shuttle bus to replace public lift from Monday
As part of the modernisation of public elevators and escalators in Monaco, the lift between Jardin Exotique and Hector Otto will be closed for two months starting next week.
“Simpler” rules for travel to UK from Monday
The UK government has introduced new international travel rules aimed at streamlining what has been an incredibly confusing system.
Italy mandates health pass for all workers
The Italian government has made it obligatory for all workers to carry a health pass, showing proof of vaccination, a negative test or recent recovery from infection.
Blue Air ends decade-long monopoly
Nice Côte d’Azur airport has celebrated the inaugural flight of new low-cost airline Blue Air, offering a Nice to London-Heathrow direct link from €30 one way.
Nice Airport to close Terminal 1 again
After reopening temporarily this summer, Nice Côte d’Azur Airport is again closing Terminal 1 to air traffic this year.
Italy expands Green Pass usage
The Italian government has extended the mandate for its Green Pass, making it now obligatory for anyone travelling on airplanes, buses, ferries and trains within the country.