BRUSSELS, Belgium — With summer only a few months away, travelers eyeing European getaways may find the journey as challenging as the destination is alluring. Brussels is one of many European capitals bracing for renewed labor actions, squeezed aircraft supplies and detours around closed airspace that could snarl schedules from June through September.

LONDON — A quick scan of hotel prices in search engines or on booking apps rarely tells the full story. Hidden in the fine print of many reservations is a local levy—usually called a tourist, occupancy or bed tax—that can nudge the final price well above the headline rate.

DENVER — A Colorado family’s European vacation almost ended before it started when a single phone call to United Airlines left one Denver traveler staring at a $17,000 credit-card charge he never authorized.

REYKJAVIK, Iceland — Flight delays can unravel even the best-laid vacation plans, but visitors heading through Iceland’s capital region have one less worry this season. Icelandair has once again been recognized as Europe’s most punctual carrier, according to coverage surfaced through the EIN Presswire newswire.

PARIS, France — Lovers of croissants and cobblestone boulevards have long accepted that crowds come with the territory, but a new data dive confirms just how jam-packed France’s capital will be in the months ahead.

ATHENS, Greece — Tourists flooding into Athens this week are finding more than dazzling ruins and seaside tavernas. A blistering heatwave sweeping the country is forcing landmark closures, midday work stoppages and heightened fire alerts across Greece’s most-visited regions.

If you're roasting in Rome or melting in Madrid, consider this your sign to swap the sunscreen for sweaters and book a flight to Ireland. Flights are surprisingly wallet-friendly this summer, with great deals popping up regularly on Skyscanner or Google Flights. So, kiss that European heatwave goodbye and prepare for Ireland’s refreshing embrace.

Scorching start to summer puts Europe on alert

Extreme temperatures sweeping across the Mediterranean and Western Europe have already proved deadly, as reported by The Independent. A Spanish visitor collapsed and died while hiking in the countryside during 42-degree Celsius (107.6-degree Fahrenheit) heat, underscoring just how quickly the weather can turn perilous for tourists unaccustomed to such conditions.

Travelers planning a European getaway in 2025 should prepare for a slate of new rules that could affect their itineraries in some of the continent’s most visited destinations. From dress codes to smoking restrictions, here’s a country-by-country breakdown—and practical advice for your next overseas vacation. For more details, see the original article.