By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
In a Croatian Village, Storks Outnumber Humans and Share Their Homes
In the Croatian village of Cigoc, white storks return each spring to nest on rooftops, often outnumbering the human population. The birds th
Budget Routes from Europe to Asia: A Practical Guide for 2026
Budget airlines offer limited direct flights from Europe to Asia, but layover options via the Middle East can cut costs. Scoot connects Sing
Skyscanner's Seven Tips for Cheap Last-Minute Flights in Europe
Skyscanner's seven tips for cheap last-minute flights include using budget airlines, flexible dates, and the 'Everywhere' search. Flying wit
EU Digital Border System Causes Summer Travel Chaos at Airports
The EU's new digital border system, EES, is creating bottlenecks and glitches at airports, leading to five-hour waits and missed flights. Ai
RiseGuide Seeks 'Global Charisma Scout' to Rank Europe's Friendliest Cities
RiseGuide is paying a Global Charisma Scout €2,630 a month for eight weeks to travel across Europe and rank cities by warmth and talkativene
OmnesViae: Digital Tool Recreates Roman Empire's Road Network
A Dutch engineer has launched OmnesViae, an online tool that reconstructs the Roman Empire's road network using historical maps and academic
How AirTags Slashed Truly Lost Luggage by 90% Across European Airports
Location tracking devices in luggage have led to a 90% drop in permanently lost bags, according to SITA's 2026 Baggage IT Insights. Airlines
Beyond Dubrovnik: Croatia's Hidden Gems and Cultural Festivals
Croatia's tourist arrivals are up 5% despite global disruptions. The Croatian National Tourist Board highlights under-the-radar destinations
Slow Tourism: Elitist Escape or Genuine Shift in How We Travel?
Slow tourism is being promoted as a sustainable, mindful alternative to mass travel. But with limited holidays and rising costs, can it be m
Athens Bars Top Inaugural Europe's 50 Best List with Line and The Bar in Front of the Bar
Athens dominates the inaugural Europe's 50 Best Bars list, with Line taking the top spot and The Bar in Front of the Bar coming second. Lond
Aviation Industry Urges EU to Suspend Digital Border System Amid Summer Chaos
Aviation bodies warn that the Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing border delays of up to five hours at peak times. They urge the Eur
European Passports Dominate 2026 Global Ranking, Led by Sweden
Sweden, Switzerland, and Finland top the 2026 Global Passport Index, with nine European countries in the top 10. The index goes beyond visa-