Some people book their flights months in advance. Others book spontaneously as soon as wanderlust strikes. While some hope for last-minute bargains, others secure their ticket for their dream vacation a year in advance. The price differences can be enormous. But is there really a perfect time to get the best deal? The travel platform Opodo has investigated exactly that—and reveals when you can save the most. Opodo reveals the ideal time to book depending on the destinationThe online travel platform has published a list of savings tips for booking…
Read MoreDay: March 26, 2025
New ETA: Travel authorization for Great Britain becomes more expensive
Starting April 2, anyone traveling to Great Britain will need more than just a passport. Travelers who do not require a visa will have to present an entry permit, or ETA (for electronic travel authorization), on arrival in the country. It is recommended that you apply for this at least three working days before you enter the country—it costs 10 pounds (around 12 euros) until 8 April, after which the price rises to 16 pounds (around 19 euros). The “UK ETA” app, available for the iOS and Android operating systems,…
Read MorePartial solar eclipse on Saturday
On Saturday, the moon will move between the earth and the sun, resulting in a partial solar eclipse. Where you can watch it. Around two weeks after the partial lunar eclipse, the next spectacle in the sky is just around the corner. On Saturday (29 March), weather permitting, we will be able to observe a partial solar eclipse in our area. Around midday, the moon passes in front of the sun and partially covers it, casting a shadow over parts of the northern hemisphere. Around 13.5 percent of the sun’s…
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