In this episode of The Travel Expert, Simon Calder and Greg Dickinson tackle the complex travel conundrums surrounding the 2026 World Cup.

They discuss the US border headaches and travel rip-offs that have plagued the tournament so far, and delve into one quite extraordinary $1m package holiday to watch the final in New York City. Plus, Simon's strategies for a sub-£1,000 alternative.

With the solar eclipse just two months away on August 12th, they share expert advice on how to witness the path of totality in Spain without breaking the bank, including the best viewing locations and why you shouldn't rely on luck with the clouds.

They also answer your burning travel conundrums, including how to handle EU border fingerprinting and recommendations for your last-minute August holidays.

Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.

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In the first episode of The Travel Expert, Simon Calder and Greg Dickinson discuss the chaos caused by the EU's new biometric border measures, and dissect how to make things as painless as possible when travelling to Europe this summer. Plus, they share their greatest travel experiences – from Turkey's Lycian Way to the Perito Moreno glacier in Argentina – and answer your pressing travel conundrums. Send your question to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.

The world’s greatest travel experiences, according to 50 experts: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/world-greatest-travel-experiences-experts/

Simon Calder: I’ve uncovered the best and worst times to fly to Europe’s busiest airports: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/advice/tips-for-beating-eu-border-chaos/

Let The Telegraph Travel newsletter from Simon Calder be your guide to inspiring destinations at home and around the globe. Every week, Simon and our team of experts will send you the latest news, features, opinion and advice. Sign up here: http://telegraph.co.uk/travelnewsletter

Producer: Georgia Coan

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

Head of Travel: Ben Ross

Video Producer: Carla Mercer

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