Heat & travel safety: Spain is bracing for “heat that kills” with forecasts of up to 50C, pushing holidaymakers to plan more indoor time and expect wildfire disruption across parts of France and Spain. Border chaos watch: France and the UK are preparing for summer EES-related queues at Dover, with French software issues expected to slow non-EU processing. Passport check: A “10-year passport rule” warning is circulating for Schengen entry, urging travellers to verify issue dates before flying to France. Road incident near Paris: An American tourist died after a crash on the A3 near Roissy Charles de Gaulle, with multiple injuries reported. Heritage on the move: The Bayeux Tapestry arrived in London with “no visible damage” after its first trip from France in over 900 years. Air passenger rights: New EU air-passenger protections are highlighted, including compensation and care rules for delays and cancellations. Cruise & sailing: Ponant unveils 150+ itineraries for 2027/28 across the Med, Northern Europe and Atlantic islands. Travel planning for families: EU/Schengen rules and summer travel guidance continue to be a major theme for travellers heading to France.