https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/european union/ European Union News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:33:31+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-calls-on-eu-commission-president-to-protect-overflights-during-atc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-calls-on-eu-commission-president-to-protect-overflights-during-atc/ Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has urged the EU Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, to take immediate action to safeguard overflights and preserve the freedom of movement for EU citizens amidst the surge in French air traffic control (ATC) strikes in 2023. The airline highlights that there have been 65 days of ATC strikes this year, over 13 times more than in 2022, resulting in thousands of canceled EU overflights from several countries. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:25:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reacts-to-statement-from-the-presidency-of-the-eu-council/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reacts-to-statement-from-the-presidency-of-the-eu-council/ WTTC reacts to statement from the Presidency of the EU Council on easing restrictions for travellers from China to the EU Thu, 23 Feb 2023 07:53:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-aircraft-shut-out-of-global-airspace/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-aircraft-shut-out-of-global-airspace/ The European Union, Canada and the UK are among the countries to have banned Russian planes from the airspace in response to the invasion of Ukraine. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 07:43:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-to-launch-covid-19-passport-in-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-to-launch-covid-19-passport-in-july/ The aim of the new tool is to facilitate safe and free movement during the Covid-19 pandemic by providing proof that a person has been vaccinated against the virus. Mon, 24 May 2021 10:11:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-outlines-plans-for-vaccine-passports/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-outlines-plans-for-vaccine-passports/ The European Commission has issued proposals for a digital green certificate designed to facilitate safe free movement inside the European Union during the Covid-19 pandemic. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 15:29:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-slot-waiver-extended-until-autumn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-slot-waiver-extended-until-autumn/ Airlines for Europe welcomed the agreement saying it would “help to mitigate the economic impact of the crisis on European airlines and avoid the unnecessary operation of empty flights”. Mon, 15 Feb 2021 05:46:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-seeks-to-delay-opening-of-european-ski-resorts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/germany-seeks-to-delay-opening-of-european-ski-resorts/ Authorities in Germany are seeking to keep ski resorts in Europe closed until January as part of the battle against Covid-19. The move comes as the country extends a partial lockdown into December. Thu, 26 Nov 2020 10:31:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-travel-association-critical-of-european-ban/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-travel-association-critical-of-european-ban/ Reports indicate the European Union is ready to ban most travellers from the United States, Russia and dozens of other countries deemed too risky in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak. Mon, 29 Jun 2020 08:32:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-seeks-to-lift-border-controls-by-end-of-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-seeks-to-lift-border-controls-by-end-of-june/ The European Commission has called on member states to lift all border restrictions by the end of June. The request comes amid a “fast improving” Covid-19 situation in many countries, home affairs commissioner Ylva Johansson said. Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:24:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-seats-cancelled-following-eu-border-closure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-seats-cancelled-following-eu-border-closure/ As many as 48,200 flights and 10.2 million seats could be scrapped after the European Union moved to close external borders for 30 days earlier this week. That is according to new research from ForwardKeys. Fri, 20 Mar 2020 08:47:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-bans-travellers-from-outside-bloc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-bans-travellers-from-outside-bloc/ The European Union is banning travellers from outside the bloc for 30 days in a battle to contain the spread of coronavirus. In an unprecedented move, the external borders of 26 EU states will be closed. Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:25:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-to-act-over-coronavirus-ghost-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-to-act-over-coronavirus-ghost-flights/ Officials at the European Union are seeking to offer struggling airlines a lifeline by suspending rules forcing them to run almost empty planes in order to keep prized landing slots. Wed, 11 Mar 2020 10:02:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-eu-wide-rules-on-drone-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-eu-wide-rules-on-drone-operations/ The European Commission has adopted common EU-wide rules setting technical requirements for drones. They will set features and capabilities that drones must have in order to be flown safely and, at the same time, help foster investment and innovation in this promising sector.  Thu, 13 Jun 2019 08:07:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-parliament-approve-no-deal-aviation-arrangements/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-parliament-approve-no-deal-aviation-arrangements/ The European parliament has voted in support of UK airlines still being able to operate routes to and from the UK to EU countries, in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Fri, 15 Mar 2019 09:17:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-gives-approval-to-air-france-klm-investment-in-virgin-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-gives-approval-to-air-france-klm-investment-in-virgin-a/ The commission concluded the transaction would raise no competition concerns in the European Economic Area. Wed, 13 Feb 2019 08:35:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-signs-comprehensive-air-transport-agreement-with-european-union/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-signs-comprehensive-air-transport-agreement-with-european-union/ European commissioner for mobility and transport, Violeta Bulc, has announced that the European Union and Qatar have concluded negotiations for a comprehensive air transport agreement. Wed, 06 Feb 2019 10:18:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-offers-support-as-etias-approved-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-offers-support-as-etias-approved-in-europe/ The European Travel Information and Authorisation System has won formal approval from the European Union. A pre-authorisation system, it will allow the EU to know who is entering the region, from where and if they pose a risk to security. Mon, 09 Jul 2018 08:11:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unwto-deepens-cooperation-with-european-union/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unwto-deepens-cooperation-with-european-union/ Advancing sustainable tourism across Europe is at the centre of an agreement signed between the United Nations World Tourism Organisation and the European parliament. Thu, 01 Mar 2018 11:11:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mobile-roaming-charges-abolished-for-eu-citizens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mobile-roaming-charges-abolished-for-eu-citizens/ Phone users in the EU will see roaming charges abolished from today. New rules mean citizens travelling within the EU will be able to call, text and access data on mobile devices at the same price they pay at home. Thu, 15 Jun 2017 07:31:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-industry-lobbies-government-for-support-during-brexit-negotiations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-industry-lobbies-government-for-support-during-brexit-negotiations/ The UK tourism industry has, perhaps unsurprisingly, called for tourism to be top of the government’s agenda as Brexit negotiations begin. Prime minister Theresa May today officially notified the European Union of the UK’s intention to leave the club, triggering Article 50 of the Treaty of Lisbon. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:37:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-criticises-government-ahic-stance/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-criticises-government-ahic-stance/ British travel group ABTA has criticised the government for failing to back the continuation of the European Health Insurance Card scheme following Brexit. At present, a valid EHIC gives UK citizens the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in another European country. Thu, 16 Mar 2017 09:52:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-for-europe-endorses-eu-emissions-proposals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-for-europe-endorses-eu-emissions-proposals/ The European Commission has presented its proposal to keep the scope of its emissions trading system to cover flights within the EU, known as Stop the Clock. This step follows the historic agreement reached by governments last year on a global scheme to address climate change as proposed by the United Nations aviation specialised agency, International Civil Aviation Organisation. Mon, 06 Feb 2017 07:23:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-new-european-capitals-of-culture-for-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-new-european-capitals-of-culture-for-2017/ Aarhus and Pafos have taken up the title of European Capital of Culture for 2017. The cultural programme will officially begin on January 21st in Aarhus. The opening ceremony for Pafos 2017 will take place on January 28th, with Christos Stylianides, commissioner for humanitarian aid and crisis management, and Nicos Anastasiades, president of Cyprus in attendance. Tue, 03 Jan 2017 10:09:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unwto-general-secretary-stresses-eu-links/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unwto-general-secretary-stresses-eu-links/ During a recent visit to Brussels, Belgium, the secretary general of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation, Taleb Rifai, discussed how to reinforce the collaboration of the organisation with the European Union. Rifai met the EU commissioners for education, culture, youth and sports, Tibor Navracsics; for environment, maritime affairs and fisheries, Karmenu Vella; and for international cooperation and development, Neven Mimica. Tue, 20 Dec 2016 09:52:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-impact-of-brexit-on-uk-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-impact-of-brexit-on-uk-tourism/ With the peak travel season about to begin, British holidaymakers are set to discover the immediate effects of the vote to the Leave the European Union, with the pound falling and prices increasing abroad. ABTA has assured travellers that there will be no immediate change in European regulations in the face of the UK vote to exit the European Union, claiming: “People due to travel this summer will see little changes to their holiday. Sat, 25 Jun 2016 13:06:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-tourism-body-emphasis-industry-support-for-eu/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-tourism-body-emphasis-industry-support-for-eu/ UKinbound has revealed that 82 per cent of its members believe that staying in the EU is important to their business. The organisation is one of the leading trade associations, representing 350 members of the travel and tourism industry in Britain. The announcement, made at UKinbound’s Annual Convention, follows prime minister David Cameron’s recent request to the business community to share their views on EU membership. Fri, 12 Feb 2016 11:23:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-calls-for-bold-reform-in-european-aviation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-calls-for-bold-reform-in-european-aviation/ Etihad Airways has urged the European Commission to embrace “bold, exciting and world-leading reforms” as part of the Strategic Aviation Package to overhaul Europe’s air transport industry. In a detailed submission to the commission, the airline advocates a policy which actively facilitates competition and consumer choice, addresses critical shortfalls in aviation infrastructure and eases restrictions on market access and investments by non-European airlines. Tue, 16 Jun 2015 10:22:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-council-backs-new-eu-rules-giving-more-protection-to-holidaymakers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-council-backs-new-eu-rules-giving-more-protection-to-holidaymakers/ New EU rules that will bring protection for package holidays in line with today’s digital age moved a step closer today following a political agreement by EU government ministers at today’s Competitiveness Council. The rules will extend protection of the 1990 EU Package Travel Directive to cover not only traditional package holidays, but also give clear protection to 120 million consumers who book other forms of combined travel. Thu, 28 May 2015 16:03:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/philippine-airlines-readmitted-to-eu-airspace/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/philippine-airlines-readmitted-to-eu-airspace/ The European Commission has updated for the 21st time the list of airlines subject to an operating ban or operational restrictions within Europe. Following improvements in the safety situation in the Philippines, Philippine Airlines is the first airline from this country allowed back into European skies since 2010. Fri, 12 Jul 2013 09:22:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-of-eu-roaming-charges-falls-again/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-of-eu-roaming-charges-falls-again/ The cost of making phone calls in the European Union has fallen again today as new roaming rules come into force. From today outgoing voice calls from one EU state to another can cost no more than €0.24 per minute. Mon, 01 Jul 2013 09:59:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/israel-signs-comprehensive-air-transport-deal-with-eu/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/israel-signs-comprehensive-air-transport-deal-with-eu/ In the margins of the EU Transport Council in Luxembourg, the European Union and Israel have signed a comprehensive air transport agreement which will gradually open up and integrate their respective markets, develop an aviation area with common rules, offer economic benefits for consumers and new opportunities for the industry. Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:51:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-threatens-to-get-tough-on-aviation-emissions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-threatens-to-get-tough-on-aviation-emissions/ Officials at the European Commission have ten Chinese and Indian airlines are facing the prospect of exclusion from airports in the European Union for refusing to comply with rules aimed at regulating greenhouse emissions. The airlines include Air China and Air India, with both carriers among those accused of not providing emissions data. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:28:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-transport-ministers-outline-external-aviation-policy-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-transport-ministers-outline-external-aviation-policy-plans/ EU transport ministers have adopted a comprehensive set of Council conclusions which will lay down the framework for an ambitious EU external aviation policy for the coming years. Based on the European Commission’s recent Communication ‘The EU’s external aviation policy – addressing future challenges’, the Council has called for stronger coordination, unity and solidarity at EU level and for a more robust EU external aviation policy in order to strengthen the competitiveness of the European aviation industry while supporting the interests of European consumers. Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:10:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-welcomes-eu-emissions-climb-down/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-welcomes-eu-emissions-climb-down/ “A very unexpected but very welcome development, which may now temporarily prevent a full scale trade war,” was the response of World Travel & Tourism Council president David Scowsill, to the European Union’s decision to postpone the full introduction of its emissions trading scheme. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:26:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-climbs-down-on-emissions-trading-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-climbs-down-on-emissions-trading-scheme/ The European Union has confirmed it will “stop the clock” on the implementation of the international aspects of its Emissions Trading Scheme in the aviation sector by one year. As it seeks an international compromise on the scheme, the EU will defer the obligation to surrender emissions allowances from air traffic to and from the EU by one year. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 09:50:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/meps-urge-single-european-sky-implementation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/meps-urge-single-european-sky-implementation/ National air traffic control spaces in Europe urgently need to be merged so as to clear congestion, boost safety, reduce flight times, delays and fares, create jobs and cut CO2 emissions, say MEPs in a resolution. They want the commission to put pressure on member states, including possible sanctions, to meet their obligations. Wed, 24 Oct 2012 09:32:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-struggles-with-single-sky-proposals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-struggles-with-single-sky-proposals/ The Single European Sky, the flagship project to create a single European airspace - tripling capacity and halving air traffic costs - is “not delivering” according to latest report on this issue. Siim Kallas, European Commissioner for transport, announced his intention to present new legislative proposals in spring 2013 to accelerate implementation, as well as taking all enforcement actions possible, including infringements where necessary. Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:37:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emissions-trading-scheme-hit-by-us-senate-block/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emissions-trading-scheme-hit-by-us-senate-block/ The European Union’s Emissions Trading Scheme has suffered a further set back, with the United States Senate passing a bill shielding American airlines from the scheme. At present, the ETS requires airlines to buy permits for emissions generated on flights to, from and within the European Union. Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:05:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moldova-moves-toward-european-aviation-integration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moldova-moves-toward-european-aviation-integration/ In the framework of the EU-Moldova Cooperation Council, the Republic of Moldova and the European Union have signed a comprehensive air services agreement which will make Moldova a full partner of the EU in aviation by gradually integrating into the European common market. Siim Kallas, European commission vice-president responsible for mobility and transport, said: “Today’s agreement is very important for further strengthening the overall economic, trade and tourism relations between Moldova and the EU.” Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:02:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-falling-into-line-of-ets/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-falling-into-line-of-ets/ Almost all commercial airlines operating in Europe have reported their carbon dioxide emissions to the European Commission on time. The Commission will use the figures for a ‘dry run’, before beginning to charge airlines for pollution under the Emissions Trading Scheme from next year. Wed, 16 May 2012 08:18:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-calls-for-increased-compensation-in-aviation-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-calls-for-increased-compensation-in-aviation-sector/ Airlines should give stranded passengers better information and immediate help, members say in a resolution adopted by the European Parliament. They call on the European Commission to tighten the rules on help and compensation for flight cancellations or delays, including luggage delays over six hours. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:12:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-air-transport-association-rejects-european-union-ets/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-air-transport-association-rejects-european-union-ets/ The European Union’s Emissions Trading Scheme is likely to face its sternest test to date with China having banned all airlines for participating. The scheme is designed to levy a charge on flights in EU airspace based on carbon emissions. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:33:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-raises-prices-following-ets-introduction-but-china-says-it-will-not-p/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-raises-prices-following-ets-introduction-but-china-says-it-will-not-p/ Delta Air Lines has become the first carrier in the United States to confirm it will introduce a surcharge in order to pass the costs of the new European Emissions Trading Scheme on to passengers. However, China Air Transport Association has said Chinese carriers will not pay the new tax, arguing the EU was wrong to act unilaterally. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:18:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nicosia-and-paphos-to-compete-for-european-capital-of-culture-2017-title/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nicosia-and-paphos-to-compete-for-european-capital-of-culture-2017-title/ The selection panel appointed to assess the cities applying to be European Capital of Culture in 2017 has recommended that Nicosia and Paphos are pre-selected as the Cypriot contenders for the 2017 title. The pair will now go head to head with Aarhus and Sønderborg of Denmark for the prestigious title. Wed, 28 Dec 2011 18:45:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-criticises-eu-emissions-trading-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-criticises-eu-emissions-trading-decision/ The International Air Transport Association has expressed disappointment at the decision by the European Court of Justice to include aviation in the EU emissions trading scheme from 2012. Announcing its decision yesterday, the court dismissed claims from North American carriers that the scheme was illegal under international law. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:02:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-court-of-justice-green-lights-eu-emissions-trading-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-court-of-justice-green-lights-eu-emissions-trading-scheme/ The Court of Justice to the European Union has ruled the inclusion of global airlines in the proposed emissions trading scheme is valid. The decision follows objections from a number of American and Canadian airlines that they should be exempt from the scheme. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:54:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-seeks-to-boost-airport-capacity-with-new-measures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-seeks-to-boost-airport-capacity-with-new-measures/ The European Commission has announced a package of measures designed to increase capacity airports in Europe, reduce delays and improve the quality of services offered to passengers. The measures address the quality of services passengers and airlines receive on the ground before they take off and after they land, the transparency of decisions on airport noise, as well as the efficiency of the complex network of take-off and landing slots that make up every journey. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:48:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-takes-on-low-cost-carriers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-takes-on-low-cost-carriers/ Consumers in the European Union are to be offered new protection against Machiavellian low-cost carriers with a ban on ‘pre-ticked’ boxes coming into force. The Europe-wide ban will remove the requirement on consumers to “untick” boxes to avoid extra services when shopping online. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:48:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-leaders-agree-new-framework-to-promote-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-leaders-agree-new-framework-to-promote-destination/ Antonio Tajani, vice-president of the European Commission and Petra Hedorfer, president of the European Travel Commission, have signed a historic Joint Declaration between the two organisations, which sets out the basis for strengthening the image and promotion of ‘Destination Europe’ in the future. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 10:25:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-says-new-eu-emissions-charges-are-illegal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-says-new-eu-emissions-charges-are-illegal/ The International Air Transport Association has stepped up its war of words with the European Union by describing plans to charge the industry for emissions as “illegal”. The new legislation, which comes into effect on January 1st 2012, will see airlines forced to buy permits for carbon emissions above a certain level. Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:49:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-poised-to-shake-up-european-aviation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-poised-to-shake-up-european-aviation/ An extra 28 million passengers a year could take to the skies if European airports were allocated slots more efficiently, a study by the European Union has concluded. The study into the use of Europe’s airspace and major hubs found that more efficient use could add £4.4 billion to the economies of Europe between 2012 and 2015. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:34:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europes-financial-leader-to-discuss-greece-crisis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europes-financial-leader-to-discuss-greece-crisis/ Europe’s financial leaders are set to meet in Brussels to discuss additional help for Greece’s debt-hit economy. Issues up for discussion include what conditions to apply to any more financial bail-outs for the country. Mon, 16 May 2011 08:41:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-to-ease-flight-compensation-rules/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-to-ease-flight-compensation-rules/ New European Union proposals could spare airlines from paying customers full compensation when flights are grounded. Siim Kallas, the European Commission vice president, said the EU was poised to change the “denied boarding” regulation 261, which was originally introduced to protect passengers when they were unable to take the flight they had paid for. Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:55:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-adopts-transport-2050/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-commission-adopts-transport-2050/ The European Commission has adopted a comprehensive strategy for a competitive transport system which it hopes will increase mobility, remove major barriers in key areas and fuel growth and employment. At the same time, the proposals – entitled Transport 2050 - will reduce Europe’s dependence on imported oil and cut carbon emissions in transport by up to 60 per cent argues the commission. Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:24:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-and-us-conclude-cooperation-agreement-on-civil-aviation-safety/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-and-us-conclude-cooperation-agreement-on-civil-aviation-safety/ The European Union and the United States concluded today an agreement on cooperation in the regulation of civil aviation safety (8312/09). The agreement will enter into force on 1 May 2011. Fri, 18 Mar 2011 22:15:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breakthrough-in-eu-brazil-negotiations-on-far-reaching-aviation-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breakthrough-in-eu-brazil-negotiations-on-far-reaching-aviation-agreement/ Vice-President Siim Kallas, in charge of transport, announced today a breakthrough in the EU-Brazil negotiations on an ambitious aviation agreement. Negotiators from the EU and Brazil have initialled a comprehensive agreement on air transport services. Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:15:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-shows-support-towards-seychelles-2011-carnival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-shows-support-towards-seychelles-2011-carnival/ The European Union (EU) gave the 2011 “Carnaval International de Victoria” its full support by being among the 65 floats to march in Victoria on March 5 and thrilled the biggest crowd ever seen in the capital, Victoria. Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:42:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/estonia-welcomes-the-euro-and-becomes-a-european-capital-of-culture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/estonia-welcomes-the-euro-and-becomes-a-european-capital-of-culture/ January 1st 2011 sees the northern European country of Estonia become the latest country to adopt the Euro and enter its 12 months as one of two European Capitals of Culture in 2011, the largest cultural event in the history of Estonia with over 7000 cultural events planned. Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:30:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-bans-afghani-carriers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-union-bans-afghani-carriers/ European officials have banned all airlines operating out of Afghanistan from European airspace. Prior to the announcement only Ariana Afghan Airlines had been banned from operating in European airspace. Tue, 23 Nov 2010 17:21:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-moves-closer-to-visa-free-travel-with-ukraine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-moves-closer-to-visa-free-travel-with-ukraine/ The European Union and Ukraine have taken a significant step toward relaxing visa restrictions on travel between the two. An Action Plan to allow visa-free travel was signed in Brussels earlier at the culmination of the 14th EU-Ukraine summit. Tue, 23 Nov 2010 16:10:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/med-package-holidays-a-third-cheaper/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/med-package-holidays-a-third-cheaper/ Package holidays to European destinations are being cut by up to a third as tour operators bid to lure cash-strapped customers. Family favourites Cyprus, Spain and Turkey have experienced the biggest cuts, whilst the fall of the euro against sterling has led to budgets in resort now stretching further. Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:10:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holidaymakers-to-benefit-from-new-eu-roaming-limits/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holidaymakers-to-benefit-from-new-eu-roaming-limits/ Holidaymakers will breath a sigh of relieve after new rules have come into force across the EU that aim to prevent users from racking up large phone and internet roaming bills. Fri, 02 Jul 2010 12:55:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-exterts-pressure-on-airlines-rocked-by-ash-crisis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-exterts-pressure-on-airlines-rocked-by-ash-crisis/ The European Union is to exert “maximum pressure” on airlines to compensate passengers caught up in the volcano ash disruptions, but has hinted that aid may be made available to help cash-strapped carriers overcome the crisis. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:41:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/EU-blacklist-sees-Philippine-and-Sudan-airlines-banned-from-airspace-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/EU-blacklist-sees-Philippine-and-Sudan-airlines-banned-from-airspace-/ The European Union has banned all airlines from Sudan and the Philippines from its airspace as part of an effort to improve safety standards in member states. The decision follows consultation with the International Civil Aviation Organisation, and sees the total number of countries on the blacklist rise to 17. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 10:12:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-us-sign-second-open-skies-aviation-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-us-sign-second-open-skies-aviation-agreement/ The European Union and United States last night agreed in principal on a second Open Skies deal, ostensibly allowing airlines to take larger stakes in their transatlantic competitors. However, while the EU has been quick to support the proposal, America has been more reticent in endorsing the project. Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:35:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-upset-by-new-us-visa-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-upset-by-new-us-visa-plans/ The European Union is raising strong criticism of a congressional proposal to charge a $10 fee to some visitors to the United States. The $10 fee is part of the Travel Promotion Act which would be put in place in order to help fund a world-wide project to increase the number of visitors to the US. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:04:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-warns-dirty-airlines-to-clean-up-or-face-ban/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-warns-dirty-airlines-to-clean-up-or-face-ban/ Over 3,500 airlines and business jet operators globally will have to sign up to the new European Union Emissions Trading Scheme by 2012 or face either financial penalties or a ban, the EU has warned. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:08:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090702114503613/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090702114503613/ European Union regulators are launching an investigation into Lufthansa’s bid for Austrian Airlines, saying the deal could reduce choice and hike fares for passengers on some routes.The European Commission said it had “serious doubts” that the takeover could proceed without the airlines making some changes to eliminate antitrust concerns. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:38:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090630110407265/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090630110407265/ European Union official say the are “confident” that a two-year ban on Indonesian flag carrier Garuda will be lifted this week when they publish a quarterly list of airlines banned from the region.All 51 registered Indonesian airlines were banned from the EU in June 2007 following a spate of accidents, including a crash in Yogyakarta, Java, in which 21 people were killed. The pilot was imprisoned for two years for criminal negligence. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090529124053555/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090529124053555/ Having a holiday in the European Union should mean rest and relaxation, but for the unfortunate few, it could turn into an unlucky break Fri, 29 May 2009 07:04:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090401135209542/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090401135209542/ European Uniontransport ministers have agreed to deregulate air travel between the EU and Canada under the “Open Skies” pact.The agreement will allow EU carriers to fly freely from any member state to and from Canada, where carriers will have reciprocal rights. It follows a similar EU agreement with the US which came into effect in March 2008. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:52:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090119231700347/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090119231700347/ The European Union has approved a EUR 200 million (US$265 million) rescue loan for Austrian Airlines AG as the company awaits approval for its takeover by Germany’s Lufthansa AG. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:28:41 +0000