Travel & Cities
European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
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
OmnesViae: Digital Tool Recreates Roman Empire's Road Network
A Dutch engineer has launched OmnesViae, an online tool that reconstructs the Roman Empire's road network using historical maps and academic
How AirTags Slashed Truly Lost Luggage by 90% Across European Airports
Location tracking devices in luggage have led to a 90% drop in permanently lost bags, according to SITA's 2026 Baggage IT Insights. Airlines
Beyond Dubrovnik: Croatia's Hidden Gems and Cultural Festivals
Croatia's tourist arrivals are up 5% despite global disruptions. The Croatian National Tourist Board highlights under-the-radar destinations
Slow Tourism: Elitist Escape or Genuine Shift in How We Travel?
Slow tourism is being promoted as a sustainable, mindful alternative to mass travel. But with limited holidays and rising costs, can it be m