By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Gulf Carriers Offer Insurance to Lure European Travelers Back to Middle East
Emirates and Etihad are offering travel insurance to European visitors whose home governments still advise against non-essential travel to t
Zanzibar Travel Guide: Beaches, Culture, and Practical Tips for European Visitors
Zanzibar is attracting more European travellers with new direct flights and luxury resorts. The archipelago offers a blend of beach relaxati
Romania's Via Transilvanica: A Wild, Welcoming Alternative to the Camino de Santiago
The Via Transilvanica runs 1,600 km across Romania, passing through 400 villages in 20 ethnic and cultural regions. Created by an NGO withou
Italian Tourist Dies in Dominican Republic Resort Fire, Nearly 1,700 Evacuated
A blaze at the Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham resort in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic, killed an Italian tourist and injured several others.
Andros AI: Greece's First AI Tour Guide Transforms Visitor Experience on the Cycladic Island
Andros AI is the first AI-powered guide for a Greek destination, providing instant answers to visitor queries. The tool covers neoclassical
Expert-Backed Strategies to Beat Jet Lag on Long-Haul European Flights
Jet lag disrupts your circadian rhythm when crossing multiple time zones. Experts recommend gradual sleep adjustments, hydration, and timed
Venice Mayor Proposes €50 Day-Tripper Fee to Curb Overtourism
Venice's mayor proposes raising the day-tripper entry fee to €50 on select days. Current rates of €5 and €10 have failed to deter visitors.
UK Eases Middle East Travel Warnings as European States Remain Cautious
The UK Foreign Office has relaxed travel advice for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and parts of Saudi Arabia. Other European nations like
Five Central European Summer Destinations Beyond the Beach
Central Europe offers alternatives to crowded beaches and heat islands. From Hungary's top zoo to Austria's steppe lake, these destinations
European Airlines Slow to Resume Middle East Flights Despite US-Iran Deal
Most European airlines will not resume flights to the Middle East until late 2026, despite a US-Iran MoU. Gulf carriers have restarted, but
Massachusetts Legalises Haggis After Scottish Fan Campaign
Massachusetts has legalised haggis, the Scottish delicacy banned in the US since the 1970s. The move follows a campaign by Simon Howie Butch
Qantas Sets 2027 Launch for World's Longest Non-Stop Flight: Sydney to London
Qantas will launch the world's longest non-stop passenger flight from Sydney to London in October 2027. The route covers over 16,000 km in u