Travel & Cities
European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
Sardinia's Beach Access Rules: Towel Bans, Booking Fees, and Fines Up to €3,500
Sardinia limits beach access with booking systems and entry fees. Towel bans and time limits apply at several locations. Fines up to €3,500
Icelandair Crowns Parisian as World's Worst Photographer in $50,000 Campaign
Blanche Mortemard from Paris has been named the world's worst photographer by Icelandair, beating 127,642 applicants. She will receive $50,0
Global Peace Index 2026: Europe Dominates Top Ten Safest Destinations
The Global Peace Index 2026 ranks Iceland, Denmark, and Ireland as the world's most peaceful countries. Europe claims seven of the top ten s
Global Instability Drives Spain Toward 100 Million Annual Tourists
International tourist arrivals in Spain rose 5.2% in April, reaching 26.5 million in the first four months of 2026. The industry now expects
Geopolitical Turmoil Drives Spain's Tourism Toward 100 Million Visitors
Spain received 9.1 million international tourists in April 2026, a 5.2% increase from the previous year. The first four months saw 26.5 mill
Best European Hiking Trails for Summer: From Polish Tatras to English Castles
AllTrails highlights the best European hiking destinations for summer 2026, including Poland's Tatra Mountains, Slovenia's Julian Alps, and
Wizz Air to Equip Fleet with Starlink Wi-Fi by 2027, Budget Rivals Hold Off
Wizz Air will roll out Starlink satellite internet across its entire fleet starting in 2027. The Hungarian low-cost carrier joins a growing
Paraguay, Palau, Uzbekistan: Why Offbeat Destinations Are Booming in 2026
International tourist arrivals grew 2% in Q1 2026, reaching 307 million. Paraguay, Palau, and Uzbekistan saw arrivals surge over 37%, while
Industrial Tourism: Europe's Answer to Overtourism in Historic Cities
The IndusTour project connects six European regions to promote tourism at industrial sites, from car factories to 17th-century mills. The in
Industrial Tourism Gains Ground Across Europe as Travelers Seek Authentic Experiences
Industrial tourism is emerging across Europe, drawing visitors to factories and industrial heritage sites. The trend responds to a demand fo
Hilton Opens First Cave Hotel in Cappadocia Near Ortahisar Castle
Hilton's Curio Collection has opened Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia, its first cave hotel, next to Ortahisar Castle. The 36-room property feat
Four European Cities Rank Among World's Top Ten for Food in 2026
Time Out's 2026 ranking of the world's best food cities places London, Barcelona, Athens, and Lisbon in the top ten. The list is based on su