New EU border checks start
Ferry passengers face new checks Much delayed new European border controls are now being introduced progressively. And electronic travel authorisation will be launched in the last quarter of 2026 - though over 70s will be spared the much larger than expected adult fee of 20 Euros. The new border controls will be phased in until April 9 next year, to avoid overwhelming systems. It has been reported that checks could be suspended if queues and tailbacks at air and sea ports b
Feb 101 min read
Alpine hiking - new trail
A new long distance walking trail across Switzerland's Bern Canton was scheduled to open this spring. The 305km long Via Berna will...
Mar 27, 20221 min read