Miguel Praga

🛬 Spain faced criticism from Brussels for imposing fines on low-cost airlines, like Ryanair, over hand luggage size disputes. The EU mandates reasonable carry-on sizes but doesn't specify dimensions, aiming for uniformity across member states. Spain's actions, driven by public demand, lack legal backing and disrupt the EU's single market ethos. The controversy highlights political pressures and the complexities in aligning national actions with EU regulations, causing a rift between local desires and European legal frameworks.

🗺 Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2, opposes Balearic politicians' proposal to reduce tourist numbers in favor of wealthier visitors. At a conference in Mallorca, he highlighted issues with illegal Airbnb rentals, suggesting fines of €250,000 and potential prison for non-payment. Heapy advocates for accessible vacations, criticizing policies that limit travel to the wealthy, arguing that holidays should be for everyone.