Are phone calls ruining in-flight etiquette? Discover the best travel books for 2025 and new EU entry delays on the No Tourists Allowed travel podcast.

Episode Resources:

• Rick Steves’ Hippie Trail Memoir
• Official EU Entry-Exit System (EES) Information
• IATA Jet Fuel Price Monitor
• British Airways In-Flight Voice and Video Call News
• Official Website for Livraria Lello Bookstore

Imagine trying to sleep on an overnight flight while the person next to you is screaming into their phone on speaker—thanks to new airline Wi-Fi policies, this nightmare might soon become a reality. In this episode of No Tourists Allowed, Mike and James unpack the latest travel industry shifts to help you navigate your upcoming vacations with ease and confidence. Tune in to discover the best new travel literature to inspire your next getaway and learn how global economic changes are directly impacting your travel budget.

The guys dive into a lively debate over British Airways' controversial decision to allow in-flight voice calls, exploring how rapidly evolving technology is clashing with traditional travel etiquette. They also break down the hidden reasons behind skyrocketing airfares, the truth about cruise line fuel surcharges, and what the European Union’s new biometric entry-exit system means for your summer holiday delays. Along the way, James shares his top travel book recommendations for 2025 to fuel your wanderlust, while Mike highlights the absurd inconsistencies of global airport security rules. You'll have to listen to find out how a simple pair of nail clippers somehow became a major threat at the TSA checkpoint.

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