Nationwide strikes are set to affect travellers using Italy’s airports and railways this weekend. Unless averted, flight delays and disruptions are expected. Travellers are encouraged to check the status of their flight before departure.
Alitalia Travel News
Alitalia pilots and flight attendants will hold a national strike on July 5 between 11am and 3pm.
Possible Strike Action in Portugal
Possible strike action by ground handlers at Portuguese airports on 1, 2 and 3 July 2016 may cause disruption to flights. Travellers are encouraged to check their travel itinerary and the status of their flight before departure.
Strike Action – France
French Air Traffic Controllers have announced a strike starting on Monday, 27th June 2016, at 17:00 and ending on Wednesday, 29th June 2016, at 04:00. Unless averted, flight delays and disruptions are to be expected. Travellers are encouraged to check their travel itinerary and the status of their flight before departure.
Pilot Strike Amsterdam
Pilots operating flights out of Amsterdam for low-cost carrier EasyJet will go on strike on Tuesday, June 14th 6am to 2pm, in a dispute over pay and pensions.
Strike in France from 11th June
Air France pilots are set to hold a three day strike from June 11th, details of affected flights are soon to be announced.
Travel News – Portugal
Portuguese aviation union SITAVA announces ground handling workers from the two country’s handling companies Portway and Groundforce are striking on May 19.
Travel News – France
French rail workers will hold rolling strikes every Wednesday and Thursday from May 18 onwards, in the face of poor working conditions. Eurostar expected to run a normal service.
QATAR AIRWAYS BRINGS A380 SERVICE TO GUANGZHOU
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Changes to Passport Requirements for Travel to USA
The changes in passport requirements to enter the USA have been in the news again today. Just to remind travellers of the changes: Please be aware that important changes have been made to passport requirements for the US. For all clients travelling on the Visa Waiver Programme to the US on or after 1 April 2016, they must have an ePassport. …