Wales is the first European country to get a ‘Dark Sky Sanctuary’
Ynys Enlli, also known as Bardsey Island, off the coast of northwest Wales, has become Europe’s first Dark Skies Sanctuary,… Read More »
Europe’s best airports passenger survey reveals some surprising results
Tallinn, Belgrade, Budapest and Athens are home to some of Europe’s best airports, a new survey reveals. Since 2006, Airports… Read More »
Ukrainian ski resort that’s open to help people ‘forget about the war’
Bukovel, Ukraine’s largest ski resort located in the Carpathian Mountains, has remained open despite the ongoing conflict with Russia. The… Read More »
Notre Dame cathedral to reopen in 2024
France’s Notre Dame Cathedral is expected to reopen to visitors and Catholic masses by the end of 2024, less than… Read More »
A guide to Venice during low tide
The low water levels in Venice’s canals have been causing concern, but it’s important to understand the phenomenon and its… Read More »
Taiwan is paying tourists to visit
Taiwan is offering tourists an incentive of over €150 to visit the country as part of its efforts to revive… Read More »
Will the new EU entry system cause border chaos?
The European Union (EU) is set to implement a new Entry Exit System (EES) from November 2023 as part of… Read More »
European beaches rank among top 10 in the world
According to Tripadvisor’s list of the best beaches in Europe, the top beaches are as follows: Reynisfjara Beach – Vik,… Read More »
If you wish to visit Taiwan €150 incentive might intice you
Taiwan is offering to pay tourists just over €150 to holiday there this year in a bid to boost visitor… Read More »
Madeira is an island paradise of black sand beaches
Pull up your maps app and pick a spot in the the Atlantic ocean – not as far west as Bermuda but… Read More »
Schiphol Airport has extended its passenger caps until Easter
Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport will continue to limit passenger numbers in April and May due to staff shortages. Although restrictions will… Read More »
Venice’s famous canals are drying due to low tides and no railfall
Venice is famous for its winding network of canals. The waterways – which are navigated by thousands of water taxis… Read More »
The best new European train routes launching in 2023 and 2024
As flight-free travel gains momentum, European train journeys are experiencing a renaissance. Belgium Brussels to Berlin with European Sleeper (May… Read More »
Will flight delays and cancellations return this summer?
This summer is set to be the busiest travel season since 2019. For airlines and airports, passenger numbers are creeping… Read More »
Berlin to Brussels by train with a new sleeper service
A brand new sleeper train will link Berlin and Brussels in less than 12 hours. European Sleeper – a new… Read More »
Where are airport and transport strikes happening between now and Easter in Europe?
After strikes caused disruption during the February school holidays, more industrial action is planned by transport workers in the run-up… Read More »
Tourists flock to Italy’s Lake Garda island after hidden path is revealed by drought
Tourists are flocking to the islet of San Biagio, a tiny outcrop in the middle of Italy’s Lake Garda. The… Read More »
The best and worst airlines in Europe: Wizz Air, Ryanair and Lufthansa
It has been a trying 12 months for airline passengers but some airlines have been more helpful through the chaos… Read More »
The agony and the ecstasy inside Rio Carnival’s samba schools
Rio de Janeiro carnival is billed as the world’s biggest party. But the annual event is much more than just… Read More »
UK passport holders urgently warned to check expiry date before summer flights
Do you know when your passport expires? Brits should check their passport validity before heading to Europe this spring and… Read More »
What are ‘golden visas’ and which EU countries hand them out?
Getting the right to live and work in another country can be a long and difficult process. But that’s not… Read More »
Why are people flying with so many firearms in the U.S.?
American airport security intercepted more than 6,500 guns at last year – an all time record. US’s Transportation Security Administration… Read More »
Cambodian Villagers at Angkor Wat Face Eviction in Effort to Safeguard Iconic Heritage Site
Artist and thousands of families face eviction from Angkor Wat in Cambodia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cambodian government… Read More »
Florence unveils new way see 10 million tile mosaic up close
Artworks are usually hidden from the public while they are being restored. But not in Florence’s famous Baptistery. Thanks to a unique… Read More »
A sneak peek inside France’s new generation of TGV trains
SNCF’s new high speed, low carbon train is preparing for its 2024 launch far from the passengers it will serve…. Read More »
What to do about your Flybe ticket refund?
British regional airline Flybe ceased trading on Saturday (28 January) for the second time in three years. All flights were… Read More »