By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Europe's Top Running Destinations for Active Travelers in 2026
Searches for active tourism have surged 5,000% in the past month, with trail running up 20% year-on-year. Europe offers diverse runcation op
High divers from 11 nations compete at Moscow's Two Rivers Festival
Divers from 11 countries competed at Moscow's Two Rivers Festival. The event featured leaps from platforms up to 27 meters high. It drew lar
Europeans' Wildlife Wish List: Pandas, Elephants, and Kangaroos Top New 'Big Five'
A survey of 2,400 people across 12 countries shows a 211% increase in searches for 'wildlife holidays'. Pandas, elephants, kangaroos, koalas
Flying While Pregnant: Your Rights at European Airports and Airlines
Pregnant travellers in Europe can access priority lanes, family security queues, and request mobility assistance. Most airlines allow flying
Set-Jetting to 'The Odyssey': Europe's Ancient Sites Draw Film-Inspired Travelers
Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic has sparked a wave of set-jetting tourism. Travel platforms report high interest in visiting
Europe's Top Islands for Water Sports: Malta Leads, Spain Dominates Top 10
Malta ranks first in a study of European islands for water sports, with over 157,000 searches. Five Spanish islands, including Tenerife and
Airlines monetize the empty middle seat: United joins European trend
United Airlines is the latest carrier to offer economy passengers a row without a middle seat, using the space for a shared table. European
Gemini Challenges Eurostar with Direct London-Cologne Rail Service by 2030
Gemini, a new rail operator, aims to launch direct London-Cologne services by 2030, reducing journey times by up to two hours. The move inte
Europe's Busiest Airports in 2025: Heathrow Leads, Istanbul Close Behind
London Heathrow tops Europe's airport rankings with 84.48 million passengers in 2025. Istanbul Airport follows with 84.43 million, while Par
In Thuringia, €390,000 Buys a Village, but German Planning Law Stands in the Way
A 15-building former holiday camp in Kamsdorf, Thuringia, is listed for €390,000—less than a city flat in Munich. The catch: German planning
Europe's Most Enchanting Destinations: Castles, Medieval Towns, and Hidden Gems
A new ranking of Europe's most enchanting destinations includes storybook castles, medieval towns, and dramatic islands. Voted by travellers
London, Paris, Rome: Which European Capital Offers the Best City Break?
London leads in transport links and hotel variety, Paris excels in culture and cycling infrastructure, and Rome offers historic landmarks an