‘I am worried about my health’: British holidaymakers fear heatwave in Europe

Soaring temperatures lead some to reconsider travel plans or adjust itineraries, as sweltering weather is expected to continue

British holidaymakers aiming to travel to mainland Europe this summer are worried they are not going to be able to cope with temperatures that may exceed 40C, with some having to cancel their tourist plans.

Others already on holiday were having second thoughts. We did this for a treat," said one 61-year-old woman from London, who has gone on a cruise around the Mediterranean with her son before he heads to university. We had booked excursions but by the looks of it we will stay on the boat the whole time because it will be too hot to do anything really.