Travel & Cities
European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Group travel in 2026: Europe's top cities for friend getaways
London, Paris, and Marseille top Kayak's most searched destinations for group holidays in 2026. European cities dominate both hotel and rent
Ljubljana vs Zagreb: Which Central European capital deserves your next city break?
Ljubljana and Zagreb are often overlooked for Lake Bled and the Adriatic coast. Both capitals offer walkable centres, rich history, and vibr
Europe dominates extended 50 Best Bars list with 18 venues
Europe leads the extended 51-100 list with 18 bars, including four in Italy and three each in Spain and the UK. New entries debut in Istanbu
Spain and Luxembourg lead Europe's strongest passports in 2026 ranking
Spain and Luxembourg top the European passport rankings, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 160 destinations. Six EU state
La Rábida: the monastery where Columbus won Castile's backing
At La Rábida monastery in Huelva, Christopher Columbus found the support he needed from Franciscan friars and the Pinzón brothers. Their bac
Four European lounges rank among world's best in Skytrax 2026 list
Rome Fiumicino's Plaza Premium Lounge is the best in Europe and second worldwide. London Heathrow, Vienna, Istanbul, and Munich also make th
Waverley paddle steamer marks 80 years on the Thames
The Waverley, the world's last seagoing paddle steamer, turns 80 this October. Special anniversary cruises will run on the Thames, offering
Lisbon tourists caught out as late-September heat defies autumn
Temperatures hit 36°C in Lisbon on the first day of autumn, catching tourists off guard. IPMA issued heat warnings and fire risk alerts for
Aman's first Maldives resort will span three islands, including a wellness-only isle
Aman will open its first Maldives resort in 2028, named Amanolu in the Vaavu Atoll. The property features 52 rooms, a dedicated wellness isl
Italy named world's best spa destination at 2026 World Spa Awards
Italy has been named the World's Best Spa Destination for 2026 at the World Spa Awards. Italian properties also won top honours, including t
Trekking Tian Shan peaks and Silk Road ruins in southern Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan's Turkistan region draws visitors with its Tian Shan mountains, Silk Road ruins, and sacred sites. Sairam-Ugam National Park offe
dnata CEO on AI, ski trips, and cruises reshaping Middle East travel
dnata's new Group CEO Nabil Sultan Al Murr says AI is speeding up travel booking and personalization. Ski holidays and cruises are gaining t