Show Notes
This week, Simon Calder and Greg Dickinson dive into the most exciting new winter flight routes launching to Granada, Giza, and the Red Sea, alongside crucial British Airways terminal changes at Heathrow.
Plus, we're joined by travel health expert Thorrun Govind to discuss how to stay safe and healthy overseas, covering essential vaccinations, first-aid tips, water safety, and beating jet lag.
We also tackle listener questions on Tenerife safety following recent holiday incidents and share top recommendations for a weekend trip to Palermo, Sicily.
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