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Europe is rolling out its new Entry/Exit System (EES), a digital border control system replacing passport stamps for non-EU travellers. This is a big shift, but it’s not chaos – it’s just going to feel slow at the start. If you’re filming content, those border delays are actually a story worth capturing.

Travelling from the Algarve to Lisbon? We tested Portugal’s Alfa Pendular high-speed train—and it delivered. With a 7:00am departure from Faro and arrival just after 10:00am in Lisbon, this smooth, affordable journey is one of the easiest ways to cross the country. Here’s exactly what to expect, from booking to boarding.
