By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Crete Named Top Global Dining Destination for 2026 by National Geographic
Crete has been named one of the world's top dining destinations for 2026 by National Geographic. The island is also an official European Reg
British Climber Kenton Cool Summits Everest for Record 20th Time
British climber Kenton Cool has scaled Mount Everest for a 20th time, extending his record for most summits by a non-Sherpa. Two Indian clim
Expert-Recommended Accessible Adventures Across Europe
From the accessible mountain trails of the Cairngorms to the tactile museums of Berlin, Europe offers a growing number of destinations desig
EasyJet Losses Widen as Iran Conflict Drives Fuel Costs and Weakens Summer Bookings
EasyJet's first-half losses increased by 27% to £377 million, driven by an 80% surge in European jet fuel costs linked to the Iran war. The
How to Explore Europe's Most Crowded Cities Responsibly with Intrepid's New Day Trips
Intrepid Travel's new 'uncommon day trips' in Barcelona, Venice, and Paris limit groups to 12 people and explore off-the-beaten-path areas.
Airbnb Expands into Full-Service Travel with AI, Car Rentals, and World Cup Experiences
Airbnb is moving beyond holiday rentals to offer car hires, airport transfers, luggage storage, and AI-powered trip planning. The platform w
Azerbaijan's Tea Ritual: Jam as a Separate Course, Not a Stir-In
In Azerbaijan, tea is a social anchor, served before meals and during negotiations. The ritual pairs strong black tea with artisanal jam, ta
Riyadh Air Opens Ticket Sales for London Flights, Eyes European Expansion
Riyadh Air has started selling tickets for flights between London and Riyadh, with Manchester and Madrid next. The airline aims to connect o
Qatar's Tourism Sector Rebounds After Regional Crisis, Eyes Global Visitors
Qatar's tourism sector is recovering after repatriating 12,000 international visitors during regional tensions. The country is launching sum
Almaty: Where the Tian Shan Meets Contemporary Art and Urban Life
Almaty, Kazakhstan's former capital, offers mountain trails within 30 minutes of the city centre. The new Almaty Museum of Arts (ALMA) showc
Lisbon Tops Global Expat Livability Ranking as European Cities Dominate
Lisbon has been named the best city in the world for expats, according to a comprehensive study that evaluates healthcare, safety, affordabi
Istanbul's Nightlife: Rooftop Clubs, Bosphorus Cruises, and Late-Night Street Food
Istanbul's nightlife spans rooftop clubs in Beşiktaş, Bosphorus dinner cruises, and late-night street food in Galata. The city's unique tran