By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Europe's quietest countries: where to escape the noise
The Noise-Free Nations Index ranks Bhutan as the quietest country globally. Estonia is Europe's quietest at 34th, with Finland and Sweden cl
Swiss getaway offered to Europe's unsung travel planners
Klook's survey of 2,725 travellers finds planning a trip takes over 10 hours for 80% of respondents. The platform's 'Thank You Travel Planne
EU postpones ETIAS travel authorisation launch indefinitely
The European Union has postponed the ETIAS travel authorisation scheme indefinitely, following technical problems with the new border system
Germany's finest elevated views: peaks, bridges and treetop walks
Germany offers a wealth of elevated perspectives, from the 2,962-metre Zugspitze to a 40-metre treetop tower in the Black Forest. These view
Autumn hiking in Europe: three trails to try before winter
Lonely Planet's new hiking guide picks three European trails perfect for autumn. They range from Croatia's Premužić Trail to England's Coast
Solar eclipse draws thousands to Soria's Gormaz fortress
Thousands of tourists flocked to the Gormaz fortress in Soria, Spain, to witness the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026. The medieval hi
Travel Habit bundles luxury hotel perks into one membership
Travel Habit launches with access to over 2,300 luxury hotels, bundling perks like upgrades, breakfast, credits and late check-outs. The pla
Istanbul Overtakes Heathrow as Europe's Busiest Airport
Istanbul Airport handled 8.15 million passengers in July, nearly 300,000 more than Heathrow. The London hub saw a 1.5% drop, partly due to M
Provence, Dordogne and Calabria top Europe's best-value villa index
Provence, Dordogne and Calabria are the best-value villa destinations in Europe, according to a new index. The ranking balances guest rating
Hotel breakfasts that justify the booking: from London to Ibiza
Hotel breakfasts are no longer an afterthought. A Portuguese study found 64% of guests would return for a great breakfast. From London to Ib
Nolan's 'The Odyssey' sets stage for Ithaca tourism boom
Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'The Odyssey' is set to boost tourism on the Greek island of Ithaca. Local officials are preparing for an
Nolan's 'The Odyssey' puts Ithaca on the tourist map
The release of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is set to transform tourism on the Greek island of Ithaca. Local officials expect a signifi