Travel & Cities
European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
EU air traffic rebounds to pre-pandemic levels in 2025
The EU recorded 6.9 million commercial flights in 2025, up 3.8% from 2024 and close to the 2019 pre-pandemic figure. Amsterdam Schiphol was
Skillcations gain ground: 68% of travellers say learning holidays could transform their lives
Nearly half of US travellers are interested in skillcations, and 68% think such trips could be life-changing. Gen Z and Millennials are driv
US carriers unveil expanded transatlantic schedules for 2027
Alaska Airlines will fly Seattle to Athens and Paris next spring. American adds Porto, Vienna and Reykjavik from Philadelphia, while Delta l
Family-friendly rail: where Europe's trains shine for parents
European rail operators increasingly cater to families with free or discounted child tickets and dedicated onboard spaces. From Germany's fa
Winter escapes: 10 European destinations for sun, snow, and quiet cities
Europe's winter travel guide highlights ten destinations ranging from sun-soaked Canary Islands to snow-covered Bavarian Alps. Off-season tr
Riga vs Tallinn: Which Baltic capital suits your summer escape?
Riga impresses with Art Nouveau and vast markets; Tallinn charms with a compact medieval core and modern tech vibe. Both offer UNESCO histor
New live map tracks trains across France, Spain and Belgium
TrainTracker24 lets users follow rail traffic live across France, Spain and Belgium. It shows delays, cancellations and station facilities.
2027 solar eclipse drives Andalusian accommodation prices to €33,129 a night
A villa in El Palmar is listed at €33,129 for one night during the August 2027 eclipse. Prices in Tarifa reach €13,260 per night. Bookings a
London-to-Europe rail services could run every 15 minutes by 2030
High-speed rail from London to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam could see departures every 15 minutes by 2030. Eurostar faces new rivals like
La Tomatina 2026: Buñol's streets turn red as 20,000 join tomato battle
Around 20,000 people took part in Buñol's La Tomatina, with 165 tonnes of overripe tomatoes thrown in just over an hour. The festival, which
Alps rival Scandinavia as top active coolcation destinations
A new ranking of Europe's best active coolcations places France's Mont Blanc region first, with four Alpine destinations in the top 10. Scan
Nepal floods: essential guidance for European travellers
Severe flooding and landslides in Nepal have disrupted travel and left hundreds of tourists unaccounted for. European embassies have issued