Travelers may face major disruptions as strikes threaten airports and popular attractions

Travelers heading to Italy and Spain could face major transportation disruptions this week as workers prepare to strike.

Rail passengers in Spain could see delays and cancellations beginning Thursday, Oct. 29, while a nationwide strike in Italy on Friday could affect trains, flights and other forms of transportation, according to reports.

In Spain, train drivers represented by the SEMAF union are planning a 24-hour strike Thursday that will affect Renfe, Spain's national passenger rail company...