Could rainy days make hotel reviews harsher?
A sudden downpour can ruin a day out or even an entire holiday. There’s no doubt that rainy weather often… Read More »
Barcelona bag thief caught on TV camera
As well as its unique architecture and lively nightlife, Barcelona has become world famous for its pick pockets and bag… Read More »
A French backpacker who went missing in Egypt returns after one year
A French backpacker who went missing in Egypt a year ago has safely returned home to Paris, a lawyer representing… Read More »
The leaning tower of Bremen is ‘a disaster waiting to happen’
An iconic lighthouse near the German city of Bremen has tilted sideways and could soon collapse entirely, officials have warned…. Read More »
Are tourism taxes a good idea?
Many popular destinations are now looking to introduce a tourism tax as they reevaluate following the COVID-19 pandemic. Tourism taxes… Read More »
The best countries in Europe for English speakers
If you are an English speaker planning to move to Europe in 2022, you might want to find a country… Read More »
British Airways staff win 13% pay rise after ‘tough negotiations
Around 16,000 British Airways (BA) staff will receive a pay rise of on average 13 per cent by the end… Read More »
At Italy’s largest lake tourists shocked by how much it has shrunk
Tourists flocking to Italy’s largest lake ahead of the country’s long summer weekend have found a vastly different landscape than… Read More »
Which European countries rely most and least on tourism
Tourists are welcome all across Europe. But visitors can expect an extra friendly greeting in Montenegro, where tourism accounts for… Read More »
Cyprus has one of Europe’s longest beach seasons for late-season swims
Around this time last year the rain was falling so hard in Manchester that I wasn’t sure the plane would… Read More »
Will the UK’s Windermere be a national treasure for much longer?
Lake Windermere is one of the crowning glories of the Lake District, the UK’s largest national park and the most… Read More »
Where and how to apply for Italy’s digital nomad visa
Italy is one of the world’s favourite holiday destinations. But now, with millions of people no longer required to stay… Read More »
Six countries take controversial step to stamp out overtourism
As travel restrictions ease, some countries are being more selective about who they welcome post-pandemic. Last week, New Zealand’s tourism… Read More »
Five ‘ethical’ alternatives to Airbnb if you are bored with hotels
Ditch Airbnb and TUI in favour of more ethical, environmentally-friendly alternatives, a leading consumer organisation has urged. Ethical Consumer ranked… Read More »
Foul-smelling seaweed covers pristine Caribbean beaches
Millions of tons of brown seaweed has washed up along Mexico’s beaches this summer and it’s putting the country’s post-COVID… Read More »
Crowds of tourists are blamed for death of famous walrus in Norway
A walrus that had become a popular attraction in Oslo Fjord has been euthanised after visitors didn’t listen to warnings… Read More »
Finland set to test mobile app that will let passengers travel with digital passports
Finland could become the first country in the EU to trial a mobile app with digital copies of travel documents…. Read More »
Americans and Brits hit with new €7 EU entry fee in the fall of 2023
Brits and Americans travelling to most EU countries next summer will not need to apply in advance, after a delay… Read More »
Istanbul is ‘the only place in the world’ where you can swim between continents
Istanbul is a favourite destination for many Europeans in search of incredible architecture and bustling bazaars. So you might be… Read More »
Bangkok’s new cannabis shops could jumpstart tourism this summer
In June 2022 Thailand decriminalised cannabis. This new policy was intended for medical purposes and not for people to get… Read More »
Germany’s cheap train tickets for €9 increased passenger numbers
Short distance train travel in Germany has surged over the past few months – partly thanks to the country’s ultra-cheap… Read More »
Australian tourist arrested for rides through Pompeii
An Australian tourist is facing charges in Italy after getting caught riding a moped through the ruined city of Pompeii…. Read More »
Wizz Air is using a subsidiary to restart flights to Russia
Wizz Air’s Abu Dhabi subsidiary is resuming daily flights between the UAE and Russia in response to “travel demand.” The… Read More »
Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport compensates passengers for missed flights
Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport is compensating passengers who missed their flights due to hours-long security queues. The Dutch airport is one… Read More »
Europe’s airport staff continue to strike over low pay and working conditions
Across Europe, airport and airline staff have been striking, causing severe disruption to summer travel. Employees including ground staff, baggage… Read More »
Qantas executives asked to fill in for missing ground crew amid staff shortages
Australian flag carrier Qantas Airways has asked company executives to take up roles as baggage handlers amid staff shortages. At… Read More »