By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Italy Adds 14 New Blue Flag Beaches, Strengthening European Lead
Italy has added 14 new Blue Flag beaches, bringing its total to 525. Liguria leads with 35 locations, while Calabria, Puglia, and Sicily see
Europe's Top Cities for Day Trips: London, Paris, Rome Lead the Way
London, Paris, and Rome are the most popular European bases for day trips, according to TUI Musement. The study analyzed Google searches to
Raffles and One&Only Plan Alpine Debuts in Courchevel 1850
Raffles Hotels & Resorts will open its first alpine resort in Courchevel 1850 by 2028. One&Only follows with a resort and private homes in 2
US Waives $15,000 Visa Bond for World Cup Fans from Five African Nations
The US State Department will no longer require a $15,000 visa bond from football supporters of five African nations who have purchased offic
Jet Fuel Crisis: How to Reach Spain Without Flying as Airfares Surge
Rising jet fuel costs from the Hormuz crisis are pushing up airfares. Spain's rail connectivity remains limited, but ferries, buses, and ele
Canada Offers Free National Park Entry This Summer, Discounts on Camping
Parks Canada is waiving entry fees at all national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas from 19 June to 7 September. Visitor
EU Proposes Single-Ticket System for Cross-Border Rail Travel
The European Commission has proposed a passenger package that allows single-ticket bookings across multiple rail operators. Passengers will
Four Seasons Opens Cliffside Resort on Mykonos with Private Beach
The Four Seasons Hotel Mykonos opens June 26 on Kalo Livadi Bay, offering 94 cliffside rooms with sea views and private plunge pools. The re
Prix Versailles 2026: Seven European Hotels Among World's Most Beautiful
Seven European hotels have been named to the Prix Versailles 2026 list of the world's most beautiful. The properties range from a neo-renais
Eight European Destinations to Beat the Summer Crowds, According to Skyscanner
Skyscanner has identified eight European destinations with the lowest search interest for summer 2025, offering alternatives to overtouriste
Summer Airfares Drop on Key European Routes Despite Fuel Cost Pressures
Ticket prices on popular European routes have dropped by up to 44%, according to Google Flights data. The European Commission warns airlines
Top Solo Adventure Destinations in Europe for 2025: From the Azores to the Dolomites
Italy's Dolomites offer via ferratas and hut-to-hut hiking. Portugal's Azores and Madeira provide whale watching and canyoning. Spain's hidd