Travel
Middle East airspace closes and flights cancelled worldwide
Flights cancelled, airports closed and airspace shut across the Middle East — here is what travellers need to know as war with Iran brings global aviation chaos.
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100% vaccinations for cruise crew and guests
Luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises will return to service in June with a fully vaccinated crew and guests, a requirement largely being adopted as the industry battles for its recovery.
Italy halts Easter travel plans
Italy is imposing a five-day quarantine on travellers from the European Union over Easter, even for those with a negative Covid test.
Vaccine passport possible before summer
The European Commission is proposing a ‘Digital Green Certificate’ to kickstart travel inside the EU during the pandemic. It will include vaccination, test and antibody information.
Restrictions eased for some international travel
France is now easing some travel restrictions on travellers from outside Europe including those coming from the UK, Australia, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore and South Korea.
French airline experiments with AOK travel pass
Air France is trialing a digital ‘health pass’ for Covid-free travelers on selected flights. The company says it will share the results with other airlines to help resume air traffic.
Tickets from €19 on Paris-Nice overnight train
French national railway SNCF has started selling tickets for the revived Paris-Nice overnight service with a launch date set for mid-April.
