Travel & Cities
European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Hilton's 2027 forecast: shorter trips, 'ish' holidays and nature-first wellness
Hilton's 2027 Trends Report identifies micro-travel, 'growth getaways' and nature-focused wellness as key shifts. The survey of nearly 15,00
Passenger video captures panic on FlyDubai flight after cockpit incident
An Israeli passenger filmed scenes of panic aboard a FlyDubai flight after an alleged attack in the cockpit forced an emergency landing in T
Flydubai passengers describe cockpit clash and emergency landing in Saudi Arabia
A flydubai flight to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after a dispute between the pilot and co-pilot. Passengers describe chaos and fea
EU cabin baggage overhaul: what travellers need to know
EU passengers will soon get two free cabin bags on standard tickets, ending many airline fees. The rules start as early as October 2027, but
MEPs confront Europe's tourism surge and the housing squeeze it fuels
Record tourism is straining housing in Barcelona, Lisbon, Amsterdam and Athens. Irish MEP Regina Doherty and Portuguese MEP Sérgio Gonçalves
Global in-flight wifi rankings: only one European carrier makes the top 10
Skytrax has named the world's top 10 airlines for in-flight wifi, with Qatar Airways taking the crown. US carriers dominate the list, while
Beyond the Brandenburg Gate: Berlin's hidden layers
Berlin welcomed over 12 million visitors in 2025. Beyond the landmarks, the city reveals street art, a former prison hotel, and cycling rout
EU summer flights hit record high despite rising fuel costs
EU commercial flights increased in every summer month of 2026 compared with 2025, with August up 2.3% year-on-year. However, traffic fell in
Abu Dhabi–Dubai passenger rail service begins this September
Etihad Rail's new passenger service links Abu Dhabi and Dubai in just over an hour. Tickets start at €9.35. Further stations and a Gulf-wide
Minecraft-themed hotel to open near London in 2027
A 69-room Minecraft hotel will open at Chessington World of Adventures near London in 2027. It joins a growing trend of gaming-themed hotels
Majorca, Menorca or Ibiza: Which Balearic island suits you best?
Majorca offers variety, Menorca promises tranquillity, and Ibiza blends nightlife with rural charm. Here's how to choose your Balearic escap
Brussels Tourism Summit: Albania's Rebrand, Climate Risk and US Border Fast-Track
Albania's prime minister said his country has gone from Europe's isolation to a tourism magnet, with luxury brands now circling. The Europea