Spain Weather & Safety: Spain issued a red “danger to life” alert for a popular holiday hotspot as torrential rain, 70mph winds and fresh flooding warnings hit just days after deadly floods. Spain Anti-Tourism & Housing: Anti-tourist protests and housing anger continue to flare, with marches demanding stronger tenant protections and action as costs rise. Ukraine Travel Disruption: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv to back Zelensky as Russia struck the city’s North Bridge again, underlining travel and logistics risks amid intensifying attacks. France Driving Rules: France is standardising tougher penalties for using a hand-held phone while driving, with licence suspensions now possible nationwide. Travel Deals & Caution: UK warnings highlight risks from bargain “fly-in, fly-out” eyelid surgery sold online, while a separate promo pushes low-cost “mystery” European holidays. Rail & City Break Ideas: Quick-transfer autumn city breaks spotlight Malaga and other well-connected hubs, plus travel inspiration from Europe’s scenic rail routes. Tourism Growth Signals: TUI named a Boeing 737-8 “Varna” to boost Bulgaria’s Black Sea tourism, and Delano Puglia was announced for Italy’s Adriatic coast (opening planned for 2028). Sustainable/Climate Pressure: A Swiss-French lake dried up again, hurting pleasure-boat tourism and raising concerns about repeated drought impacts.