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People

Red tape and romance: Inside the dating life of a digital nomad

Constant travel turns casual dating into an uphill battle, and making the decision to travel together causes relationship milestones to arrive at breakneck speed.

Business

Italian rail operator reveals €1bn plan to tackle Eurostar monopoly

Eurostar currently holds a monopoly on routes between mainland Europe and London, but competitors are closing in.

Silk Road Adventures

How Uzbekistan is reviving its textile heritage for the global market

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventure, we look at Uzbekistan's rich textile heritage - from traditional suzani embroidery to modern production - which is shaping the country's role in the global fashion and textile industry.

Europe in Motion

LGBTQ+ dating: Best European cities for a weekend of romance ranked

Planning your summer getaway and looking for an LGBT-friendly destination? Here are Europe's best ranked options.

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Travel News

Your plane might be older than you think: Here’s why

As demand for air travel continues to surge, airlines are holding onto their planes for longer and working hard to make sure nobody notices.

Silk Road Adventures

Ulugh Beg: The Silk Road ruler who mapped the stars

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we discover how Ulugh Beg, a 15th-century ruler and scholar, transformed Samarkand into a centre of astronomical excellence, leaving a legacy that continues to shape modern science.

Silk Road Adventures

Samarkand’s Silk Road legacy: From ancient murals to the revival of silk paper

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we uncover Samarkand’s enduring legacy—where Silk Road traders once gathered, artisans still craft silk paper, and ancient murals reveal lost civilisations.

Focus

Exploring the key trends shaping the future of global tourism in 2025

In this episode of Focus, we attended ITB Berlin 2025 and met tourism leaders who highlighted sustainability, technology, and new travel experiences shaping the future of global tourism.

Travel News

Which airlines offer combined rail tickets and how do they work?

Booking a train ticket through your airline can take all the hassle out of onward travel, and will ensure you’re protected when things don’t go to plan.

Europe News

WWII bomb defusal operation causes hours of travel delays in Paris

Hours of travel delays and chaos ensues after an unexploded WWII bomb was discovered in France’s busiest train station in the capital, Paris.

Focus

Albania highlights tourism prospects at ITB Berlin

In this episode of Focus, we’re at ITB Berlin, the world’s largest travel trade show, where Albania is showcasing its tourism sector. With a growing number of visitors, the country is focusing on expanding its tourism infrastructure while balancing sustainability.

Europe News

EU countries agree phased launch of Entry/Exit System

The deal paves the way for a gradual start of the digital border system.

The Big Question

‘The future is not supersonic, but hypersonic,’ says Booking.com CEO

Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel talks about the growing desire to travel, even as over tourism and sustainability concerns create challenges for travel companies.

Travel News

Why does Greenland want more tourists?

Icebergs the size of skyscrapers and ancient glaciers: The wonders of Greenland are becoming easier to reach than ever.

Travel News

Direct ferry linking Scotland to France sets sights on 2025 launch

‘Project Brave’ aims to launch a passenger and freight ferry service between Scotland and France, but when?

Travel News

$30,000 offered to Delta plane crash passengers

All 80 people onboard survived the crash.

Qatar 365

Qatar from the Sky, Sand and Sea: Winter Tourism at its Best

In partnership with Media City

Join Qatar 365 on hot air balloons, desert glamping and cruise ships – there’s no shortage of activities in Qatar in winter. Walk around the rejuvenated Old Doha Port, go for an adventure the wildlife reserve of Ras Abrouq, or relax in the serene surroundings of Sealine.

Partner content

Survival of the smallest: How SMEs keep Europe’s travel sector thriving

Partner content presented by Booking.com

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the lifeblood of Europe’s travel and tourism sector – their competitiveness matters now more than ever

Destinations

Braga: The artsy Portuguese city giving Lisbon a run for its money

The historic yet hip city of Braga offers Roman ruins, spiritual festivals and divine dining.

Focus

Destination Europe Summit: Driving sustainable tourism forward

In partnership with Booking.com

At the Destination Europe Summit 2025, industry leaders and policy makers discussed solutions for sustainable tourism, tackling seasonality, overtourism and the environmental challenges facing Europe's top destinations.