By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Ryanair Shuts Thessaloniki Base Over Fraport Charges, Cuts Greek Winter Routes
Ryanair will close its Thessaloniki base for the 2026 winter season, withdrawing three aircraft and cutting 700,000 seats. The airline blame
EU Bans Airlines from Adding Fuel Surcharges After Ticket Purchase
The European Commission has clarified that airlines cannot impose fuel surcharges after a ticket is sold, rejecting Volotea's practice. High
EASA Warns of Safety Risks as Europe's Airlines Face Potential Jet Fuel Shift
EASA has issued guidelines warning that a shift from Jet A-1 to Jet A fuel, due to potential shortages from Middle East instability, could p
Dublin–Belfast Rail Journey to Fall Under Two Hours in €700 Million Upgrade
The Enterprise rail service between Dublin and Belfast will see journey times drop below two hours by 2028, thanks to a €698 million investm
Pre-Flight Pints: Ryanair CEO Calls for Two-Drink Limit at European Airports
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has renewed calls for a two-drink limit at airport bars, citing nearly daily flight diversions due to intoxicate
Cyprus Tourism Drops 30-40% Amid Middle East Tensions, But Recovery Signs Emerge
Tourist traffic in Cyprus dropped 30-40% in April and early May, driven by the war in Iran. Ayia Napa businesses report a stark contrast to
Berlin's Tourist Decline: Rubbish, Transport Woes, and Club Closures
Berlin recorded 29.4 million overnight stays in 2025, down nearly 15% from the 2019 peak. Visitors complain about illegal dumping, train can
Africa Emerges as Fastest-Growing Tourism Region, Challenging Europe and Asia
Africa welcomed more than 80 million tourists in 2025, an 8% increase from the previous year. Spending grew 5%, outpacing mature markets lik
Budapest Travel Guide for the 2026 Champions League Final
Budapest hosts the 2026 Champions League final on 30 May. This guide covers the Puskás Aréna, fan zones, sports bars, and cultural highlight
Kraków: A Practical Guide to Europe's Best Leisure Destination
Kraków has been named Europe's best leisure destination by Global Traveler magazine, beating Seville, Porto, and Lisbon. The Polish city off
Nobu Expands into English Countryside with Rutland Retreat
Nobu Hospitality is opening its first rural retreat in the UK, located in Rutland. The project includes a hotel, spa, restaurant, and brande
German Tourist Wins €900 Payout After Sunbed Dispute on Kos Holiday
A German tourist won €986.70 compensation after his family's Greek holiday on Kos was marred by guests reserving sun loungers with towels be