By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Navigating Summer Travel Amid Middle East Crisis: EU Rights and Tips
The Middle East crisis may raise fuel costs and disrupt summer travel across Europe. The European Commission reminds passengers of their rig
La Dolce Vita Orient Express to Link Rome and Istanbul in 2026
The La Dolce Vita Orient Express will debut in October 2026, running from Rome to Istanbul over five days. Tickets start at €20,000, with st
Finland Invites 16 Foodies to All-Expenses-Paid Culinary Trip This Autumn
Visit Finland is offering 16 international guests an all-expenses-paid culinary trip this autumn. The initiative aims to elevate Finnish cui
Thailand Plans to Cut Visa-Free Stays for Tourists from 90 Countries
Thailand plans to slash visa-free stays for tourists from over 90 countries, including Europe, from 60 to 30 days. The move aims to curb cri
Dutch travel groups launch campaign against steep aviation tax hike
Dutch travel groups have launched the 'Gelijke Vliegtaks' campaign against planned aviation tax hikes that could make the Netherlands the EU
Eurovision 2027 Host City Race: Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Burgas Vie for Spotlight
Bulgaria's Eurovision 2026 victory has triggered a host city competition among Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas. Each city offers unique at
EU Cross-Border Rail Plan: Which Countries Lead in Passenger Travel?
EU rail travel hit a record 8.7 billion trips in 2024. Germany and France lead in passenger-kilometres. The European Commission's new passen
Europe's Top Tourist Destinations: Spain Leads Overnight Stays in 2025
Spain remains Europe's most visited country with 330 million overnight stays in 2025. Italy, Türkiye, and France follow, while the UK ranks
Suez Canal Summit Tackles Fuel Crisis Threat to European Summer Travel
Over 300 tourism leaders gathered on a Suez Canal cruise to address the Iran war's impact on air connectivity. Fuel shortages and rising oil
Grief Travel Booms as Europeans Seek Healing Retreats and Wellness Escapes
Grief tourism is rapidly growing, with retreats across Europe and beyond offering structured support for loss and heartbreak. The global gri
Italy's Ancient Walking Routes: Europe's Slow Travel Revolution
Italy hosts five Council of Europe-certified ancient walking routes, including the Via Francigena and Via di Francesco. These paths offer a
Greek Island Makri Up for Auction at €247,000, but Development Strictly Limited
Makri, part of the Echinades group in the Ionian Sea, will be auctioned in November starting at €247,000. The island is classified as forest