By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Luxury cruise and rail combos gain traction as travelers embrace slow tourism across Europe
Travelers are swapping flights for hybrid cruise-and-rail holidays that combine scenic train routes with Mediterranean cruises. New packages
Ankara's Ancient Roots and Modern Ambitions as Turkic World Capital
Ankara has been named the 2026 Tourism Capital of the Turkic world, highlighting its role as a bridge between East and West. The city's anci
US and UK Lift Cyprus Travel Warnings, Restoring Tourism Confidence
The US has restored Cyprus to Level 1 travel advisory, while the UK has withdrawn emergency warnings linked to Middle East tensions. The cha
Cabo Verde: A Volcanic Archipelago Beyond the World Cup
Cabo Verde, an island nation off West Africa, offers diverse experiences from volcanic landscapes to Creole culture. Each of its nine inhabi
Iberia Suspends Madrid-Havana Flights Until November Amid Cuba's Fuel Crisis
Iberia has suspended its direct Madrid-Havana route until November, citing fuel supply problems on the island. The Spanish carrier joins Air
Boston 2026 World Cup Guide: European Teams and Travel Tips for Foxborough
England, France, and Scotland are among the European teams playing group matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough for the 2026 World Cup. B
Wizz Air Advises Three-Hour Airport Arrival as EU Biometric Checks Cause Delays
Wizz Air warns passengers to arrive three hours early as EU Entry/Exit System checks cause long queues at airports across Europe. Some trave
Iran Conflict Drives Up Airfares, Dents Southeast Asia Tourism Recovery
Southeast Asia's tourism recovery is under threat from the Iran conflict, as jet fuel shortages drive up airfares and force flight cancellat
Leo Express to Launch 1,300km Train Route Across Germany, Czechia, and Poland
Leo Express will launch a 1,300km direct train route on 25 June, linking Poland, Czechia, and Germany. The service connects Przemyśl near Uk
Live Rent-Free on Syros: Cat Caretakers Wanted on Greek Island
Syros, a Cycladic island known for its unspoiled charm, is seeking cat-loving volunteers. In exchange for five hours of daily animal care, t
Live Rent-Free on a Greek Island by Caring for Its Feral Cats
A Greek island is seeking volunteers to live rent-free in exchange for caring for its feral cat population. The program offers a unique oppo
FlixBus Revives Poland's 666 Route to Hel After Religious Controversy
FlixBus will revive Poland's 666 bus route to Hel in summer 2026, three years after it was changed to 669 following religious protests. The