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Counselor: This way you can save money when travelling and get what you deserve.

Guide: How to save money when travelling and get what you deserve.

If you are planning a trip, you can save a lot of money if you follow important tips when planning. If something goes wrong, it can quickly become unpleasant. The Aviation.Direct guides will help you to protect yourself from cost traps and give you valuable advice and contacts on how to get your money.

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Entry into South Africa again without CoV restrictions

South Africa has lifted all corona-related entry restrictions with immediate effect. Previously, proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test had to be shown at the border, but this is no longer necessary. In addition, the popular holiday destination no longer requires masks indoors and other restrictions in daily life. The South African government has

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Going on holiday with your smartphone – the most important tips

In both cases, the smartphone is one of the most important companions on holiday as a navigation system, communication centre, photo and video camera, local tour guide and games console, because it can also become a troubleshooter in difficult moments. In addition to accessing social media to stay in touch with friends and relatives,

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Finland removes all entry restrictions

On June 30, Finland will allow all remaining entry restrictions that were imposed in the wake of the corona pandemic to expire. With the relaxation, all travelers, regardless of their country of origin or vaccination status, will again be allowed to come to Finland according to the regulations that applied before the pandemic. For Austrian travelers and other EU citizens, this means that

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VSV: Travel time is often complaint time

With the end of school next week, the big summer travel season begins. Experience has shown that this will also bring with it many travel problems. The hotel you booked is overbooked and you end up in a dump, instead of a “fine sandy beach” you find a rocky bay, instead of peace and quiet you are tormented by construction noise and whatever else there is.

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Delayed and canceled flights: Passengers should claim their rights

Currently, many airlines and airports in Europe are experiencing significant delays and cancellations. In many cases, this is due to acute staff shortages. The ÖAMTC provides valuable tips on what rights those affected have in such cases and how to best prepare for the struggle for compensation. According to ÖAMTC travel monitoring,

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Bahamas accessible to vaccinated people without proof of a test

Yesterday, the Bahamas abolished the testing requirement for entry for fully vaccinated people. Only unvaccinated people aged two and over will then have to show a negative PCR or antigen test. At the same time, there is no longer any obligation to apply for a Travel Health Visa in advance. This applies regardless of vaccination status, but the other regulations distinguish between

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Egypt wants to lift all Covid travel restrictions

Egypt has announced that it will lift all remaining entry restrictions - a specific date for the start of the easing is not yet known. Currently, holidaymakers still have to provide proof of a corona vaccination or test, but this requirement will no longer apply. This will allow locals and foreign citizens to enter the state on the Red Sea without corona-related restrictions.

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Austria: Banks charge exorbitant fees when changing money

In almost all popular holiday destinations outside Europe, but also in some within Europe, the euro is not the national currency. While card payments are common in Sweden, the USA or the United Kingdom, countries like Croatia prefer to use classic cash. If you exchange money in Austria, it can be

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Entry: New Zealand removes the obligation to submit a test

From June 20, 2022, you will no longer have to present a negative corona test when entering New Zealand. The government is dropping the previous regulation a month earlier than originally announced. Minister Ayesha Verrall explained that the previous strategy had been shown to be successful and therefore the government believes it is

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