Travel & Cities
European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Uzbekistan Shifts Focus from Tourist Numbers to Higher Spending and Longer Stays
Uzbekistan's tourist arrivals surged from 6.63 million in 2023 to 11.68 million in 2025. Officials now prioritize visitor spending over shee
Extreme Weather, Conflicts, and Responsible Tourism Reshape European Travel in 2026
International tourist arrivals in OECD countries hit a record 847 million in 2025, but extreme weather and conflicts are reshaping travel pa
Tripadvisor AI Summaries Mask Food Poisoning and Harassment at Hotels, Which? Finds
Tripadvisor's AI-generated hotel summaries gloss over food poisoning outbreaks, hygiene failures, and sexual harassment, according to a Whic
Cyprus Deputy Minister Responds as Audit Reveals Only 23% of Tourist Accommodation Fully Licensed
Only 23% of Cyprus's tourist accommodation is fully licensed, with 55% operating without full legality. The Deputy Ministry of Tourism ackno
Swiss Furka Steam Railway Marks 100 Years of Alpine Service
The Furka steam railway, a historic Alpine line, marks 100 years since its first continuous journey in 1926. Volunteers have restored the 18
Aegean Restores Direct Flights Between Paphos and Athens After Hiatus
Aegean Airlines has resumed direct flights between Paphos and Athens after a multi-year gap. The service operates three times weekly, streng
Das Mühlwald Review: A South Tyrol Family Resort That Embraces Chaos
Das Mühlwald in South Tyrol is a resort built for families, offering space for toddlers to be messy and parents to unwind. With indoor play
In a Croatian Village, Storks Outnumber Humans and Share Their Homes
In the Croatian village of Cigoc, white storks return each spring to nest on rooftops, often outnumbering the human population. The birds th
Budget Routes from Europe to Asia: A Practical Guide for 2026
Budget airlines offer limited direct flights from Europe to Asia, but layover options via the Middle East can cut costs. Scoot connects Sing
Skyscanner's Seven Tips for Cheap Last-Minute Flights in Europe
Skyscanner's seven tips for cheap last-minute flights include using budget airlines, flexible dates, and the 'Everywhere' search. Flying wit
EU Digital Border System Causes Summer Travel Chaos at Airports
The EU's new digital border system, EES, is creating bottlenecks and glitches at airports, leading to five-hour waits and missed flights. Ai
RiseGuide Seeks 'Global Charisma Scout' to Rank Europe's Friendliest Cities
RiseGuide is paying a Global Charisma Scout €2,630 a month for eight weeks to travel across Europe and rank cities by warmth and talkativene