Aviation rules for travellers: The UK is developing a system to let airlines share details about people banned for serious disruptive behaviour, so repeat offenders could be barred across multiple carriers, alongside reforms stopping parents being charged just to sit with children and removing fees for simple booking mistakes. Hotel security spotlight: A review into Travelodge “room intrusions” says unauthorised room entries are a sector-wide problem, after incidents including a Maidenhead assault where a key card was involved. Strike disruption: EasyJet faces a “massive” 5-day cabin crew strike in Portugal, with hundreds of flights cancelled and Christmas travel at risk. New routes for holidaymakers: EasyJet announces six new UK–Spain routes for 2027, including Liverpool–Girona and more services from Gatwick. Museums access: The government confirms national museums will stay free for international visitors. Tourism demand abroad: South Africa welcomed over one million international tourists in August, with the UK among the top source markets. Royal Caribbean context: King Charles’ Caribbean tour is set to revisit the slave trade and reparations debate. Road-trip inspiration: A new autumn drive guide highlights England’s Forest of Dean leaf-peeping route.