Five years after the floods in Limburg, the Dutch Association of Insurers reports that disaster damage processing remains overly complex and poorly regulated. The organization expresses concern that victims may still face significant difficulties in obtaining compensation.
Oil prices have reached a three-week high due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The rise follows military exchanges between Iran and the United States concerning the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Rising energy prices have made road trips significantly more expensive this year. Travelers driving to Barcelona may find that an electric vehicle is the costliest option unless charging sessions are carefully planned.
A civil court has ruled that the municipality of Amsterdam must pay compensation to the shipping company Blue Boat due to a flawed licensing policy for tour boats. The policy, which forced many companies to sell vessels under duress before being overturned by the Council of State in 2024, is now subject to multiple damage claims from affected operators.
Dozens of passengers missed their Transavia flights on Friday night due to long queues at the check-in counters at Schiphol Airport. The airline attributed the delays to ongoing capacity issues.
Italian beach operators are implementing increasingly strict rules for tourists, such as limiting visitor numbers and banning outside food. Travelers are advised to check local regulations carefully to avoid potential fines.