Wildfire Evacuations Near Spain–France Border: About 10,000 people have been evacuated as the Trévillach fire threatens small towns in Pyrénées-Orientales, with officials urging residents to avoid non-essential travel and follow instructions. Holiday Deals for Christmas: Travel bargain hunters are being told to book early for winter sun and festive breaks, with examples including Hurghada packages and Lapland Santa trips. Schengen Entry-Exit System (EES) Update: The EES is now active at all external borders for short-stay visitors to the Schengen area, replacing passport stamps with digital entry/exit records and biometric checks—while Andorra citizens are exempt. Passport Power Watch: India has slipped to 125th in the Global Passport Index 2026 (visa-free access to 26 countries), while Sweden tops the overall ranking. Branded Property Buzz in Marbella: A new analysis claims branded residences in Marbella are commanding 75–175% resale premiums, with major names driving a €3.2bn pipeline. Accor Points Offer: Accor has launched a summer bonus for stays July 3–Sept 13, with ALL and ALL Accor+ members able to earn extra points on eligible bookings. Solar Eclipse Travel Planning: Europe’s total solar eclipse on Aug 12 is expected to boost bookings, with viewing options highlighted across Spain, the Balearics, Iceland and beyond.