Travel Safety & Entry Rules: Simon Calder is warning Brits heading abroad this summer to double-check passport validity rules for EU/Schengen entry, after travelers were turned away at the gate. Airport Disruption: Jet2 flagged possible long queues and flight disruption on June 3 in Portugal due to a national general strike, urging passengers to arrive early. Border Tech Pressure: Industry leaders say EES (Spain/EU entry-exit checks) still needs contingency plans extended into late October as queues and delays have already resurfaced. Tourism Numbers: Malta reported 409,403 inbound tourists in April (+16.6%) with 2.1 million guest nights and €335m in spending. UK Value for Families: Research mapped the UK’s most affordable theme parks and nearby cheap stays, while Alton Towers ticket deals show big savings for advance bookings. New Routes & Getaways: Aer Lingus launched a Cork–Santiago de Compostela service, and Air Transat is running a Manchester–Toronto sale with return fares from £409. Overtourism Backlash: Locals are fuming after Anglesey’s Traeth Llanddwyn was named the UK’s best beach, citing parking strain and crowding. Destination Spotlight: Croatia opened a new Berlin tourism office to boost promotion in Germany, its biggest source market. Health & Food Safety: BFAR lifted red-tide toxin restrictions for shellfish in Bolinao and Anda (Pangasinan), saying harvesting is safe again.