Fuel prices in Europe: where petrol and diesel are cheapest this winter
Oil has dropped sharply, but pump prices are slow to follow. See the cheapest and most expensive EU countries for petrol and diesel, and when a border trip pays off.
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New EU flight rights from October 2027: what changes for delays, refunds and families
The first rewrite of EU261 since 2004 keeps €250–€600 compensation but adds a claim deadline, a no-show ban and free seats next to children. Here's what it means for you.
ETIAS in November 2026: still not open — what visitors to Europe need to know
The EU's €20 travel authorisation still has no start date. Here's who will need it, what it costs, and why you shouldn't pay anyone for it yet.
No more passport stamps: how Europe's Entry/Exit System tracks your 90/180 days
Since April 2026, EES records every non-EU visitor's entries and exits digitally. Here's what happens at the border and how to avoid an accidental overstay.
Cabin bag fees in Europe: what's free now, and what changes in 2027
Low-cost airlines and now Lufthansa charge for cabin trolleys on their cheapest fares. Here's what you can bring for free today, and what the new EU rules change from October 2027.