By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Faroe Islands' secret GPS routes let travellers rediscover spontaneity
The Faroe Islands has expanded its self-navigating car adventures, adding 15 new secret itineraries. Travellers follow GPS to hidden spots c
Interactive map plots 7,700 castles across Europe and beyond
Castlemap is a free interactive atlas of more than 7,700 castles, fortresses, palaces, and ruins across 141 countries. Spain tops the list w
Sicily's Naro joins €1 home scheme to revive medieval town
The medieval Sicilian town of Naro is the latest Italian municipality to sell abandoned homes for €1. Buyers must commit to renovation and c
Halkidiki's shifting visitor mix signals new era for Greek tourism
More than a million foreign tourists visit Halkidiki each year, yet the region's visitor mix has changed markedly over the past five years.
Halkidiki's evolving visitor mix signals a confident new chapter
Halkidiki is drawing a more diverse crowd as its tourism profile evolves. Visitors praise the region's beaches and hospitality, while local
French tourist dies on Crete hike despite heat warnings
A 41-year-old French tourist collapsed and died while hiking near Balos, Crete, in high temperatures. She and her partner ignored warning si
Airport codes decoded: from LAX to DJT, how three letters shape travel
Airport codes are essential to global aviation, but their origins are often quirky. From Y-prefixed Canadian airports to the new DJT code at
Halkidiki wins over travellers as Greek summer season peaks
Visitors to Halkidiki in northern Greece are giving the region a vote of confidence, citing its clear waters and relaxed atmosphere. The pos
Tourists in Greece embrace hats and shade as heat awareness grows
Tourists in Greece are arriving better equipped for intense sun, with hats and UV-protective gear now common at major sites. Red Cross volun
Gstaad vs St. Moritz: Which Swiss resort fits your winter escape?
St. Moritz offers more pistes and a longer season, while Gstaad charms with quieter slopes and cultural experiences. Choose based on your pr
Spain to witness deep partial lunar eclipse on 28 August
Spain will see a deep partial lunar eclipse on 28 August, just 16 days after the historic solar eclipse. The Moon will be 93% covered by Ear
48 hours in Sofia: Roman ruins, mountain hikes and craft beer
Sofia blends ancient Roman ruins with communist-era architecture and a vibrant modern culture. In 48 hours, visitors can explore UNESCO-list