By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Greece's Lesser-Known Islands and Mainland Escapes Top Rankings for Quiet Summer Holidays
Greece dominates a new ranking of Europe's most relaxing summer destinations, with seven of the top ten spots. Lesser-known islands and main
Emirates Flight Held at Heathrow After Iranian Missiles Target UAE
An Emirates A380 flight from London Heathrow to Dubai was held on the tarmac after Iran launched cruise missiles at the UAE. The captain cit
What European Travelers Should Know About Airline Insolvency and Passenger Rights
Ryanair's Michael O'Leary predicts two or three European airlines could go bust this winter. Passengers have limited recourse when a carrier
UK Airlines to Merge Same-Day Flights to Cut Jet Fuel Use Amid Crisis
UK airlines can now merge multiple flights to the same destination on the same day to save jet fuel. The government also suspends slot-use p
La Gomera's GR132 Circular Trail Named Among World's Best by Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet's 'Where to Go When: Hiking' ranks La Gomera's GR132 Circular trail among the world's best. The guide underscores the growing
Malta's Overtourism Debate: Public Split as Visitor Numbers Surge
Malta recorded over 4 million tourist arrivals in 2025, a 13.2% increase from the previous year. A Times of Malta poll shows 51% of resident
Prague Leads Europe's Luxury Property Surge as Alpine and Mediterranean Resorts Dominate
Prague recorded the highest prime property price growth in Europe at 14.6% in 2025. Alpine ski resorts like Méribel and Courchevel 1850, plu
Europe's Best Airport Hotels for Runway Views: Where Layovers Become a Pleasure
Several European airport hotels offer rooms with direct runway views, turning layovers into a plane-spotting delight. Options range from the
Brixen Water Light Festival 2026: Illuminating Peace in South Tyrol
The Brixen Water Light Festival 2026 in South Tyrol runs until May 16, with 24 installations from 13 countries. The theme of peace is explor
Package Holiday Surcharges: EU Rules and Which Operators Are Waiving Fees
EU law limits package holiday price increases to 8% for fuel, taxes, or exchange rates. Many major operators, including easyJet Holidays and
Prague–Copenhagen Direct Train Returns After 10-Year Hiatus
Czech Railways, Deutsche Bahn, and DSB have launched two daily return services between Prague and Hamburg, with one extending to Copenhagen.
World Cup 2026: Uneven Tourism Gains Across Host Cities as Economic Impact Remains Modest
International travel intent for the 2026 World Cup is rising across the US, Canada, and Mexico, but benefits will be uneven. Air connectivit