Destinations This European capital was named the best creative city for 2026 Ljubljana beat more than 200 other cities for the top gong, with the jury praising its festival calendar and creative quarters. 12/03/2026
Destinations These are the 50 best cities in the world right now Time Out’s 2026 ranking named the Scottish capital third overall and the best in Europe, closely followed by London in fourth. 11/03/2026
Travel News Iran conflict ‘costs Middle East tourism industry €515 million a day’ The estimate from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is based on the 2026 pre-conflict forecast for the Middle East. 11/03/2026
Travel News The world’s happiest country is giving away Finnish Lakeland trips Visit Finland is inviting tourists to apply for a seven-day, all-expenses-paid trip this summer, where you’ll sauna bathe, go for dips in the lakes and head on forest walks in a bid to relax like a local. 11/03/2026
Residences Whisky-themed hotel with just 12 rooms named UK’s best stay Stays at Ardbeg House on the Scottish island of Islay include a whisky tour at the nearby distillery, and guests can also try a small-batch dram exclusively available at the on-site bar. 11/03/2026
Travel News Cologne’s famed Gothic cathedral to introduce admission fee Funds raised by the new charge will be used for rising maintenance costs at the UNESCO-listed church. 10/03/2026
Travel News This airline is banning passengers who don’t use headphones for videos United Airlines can now remove customers from aircraft for playing audio out loud on board. 10/03/2026
Destinations Singapore unveils new Wetlands by the Bay project The 12,000 sq m museum will see visitors kayak alongside artworks nestled among the mangroves. 10/03/2026
Travel News How the Iran war is affecting tourism in Cyprus While European flights to and from the island nation are operating as normal, tourists are cancelling trips amid concerns about regional escalation. 09/03/2026
Destinations How Thailand is proving that healing is the new luxury From north to south, Thailand offers healthy plates and active tourism experiences that put the focus on healing both body and mind. 06/03/2026
Destinations Stargazing, culture, beer: Why Bavaria should be on your visit list Germany’s biggest state has an even bigger tourism offering with a new International Dark Sky Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, plus 365 days of festivals. 06/03/2026
Travel News Qatar Airways to operate relief flights from Muscat and Riyadh While Qatar’s airspace remains closed, the airline is set to begin operations in nearby cities to help those who are stranded due to the US-Israel and Iran conflict. 05/03/2026
Iran Virgin Atlantic resumes scheduled Dubai to London route Emirates, Etihad Airways and flydubai are continuing to operate a limited schedule, while Qatar Airways has extended its flight suspension until 6 March. 04/03/2026
Travel News How do flight tracking websites work? With airspaces closed across the Middle East due to the Israel-Iran conflict, we explain the data behind real-time tracking of the world’s aviation industry. 03/03/2026
Travel News GCC countries waive visa fines for stranded travellers In Qatar, visit visas have automatically been extended by one month, while the UAE has said affected tourists will not have to pay any fines when they leave the country. 03/03/2026
United Arab Emirates UAE and Qatar to cover hotel and meal costs for those stranded Hotels are being asked to extend stays until airport operations resume and tourists are able to leave. 03/03/2026
Travel News Middle East travellers warned about fake airline support accounts Passengers requesting information about scheduled flights from airlines such as Emirates and Etihad are being approached by users asking for their contact details. 02/03/2026
United Arab Emirates UAE starts exceptional flights for stranded passengers The first flights from the UAE took off just before 3 pm local time on Monday 2 March. 02/03/2026
Travel News Middle East visitors could face legal consequences for strike footage Authorities have restrictions around sharing such images for security purposes and to prevent the spread of fake news. 02/03/2026
Travel News How to register with your embassy after attack on Iran Residents and visitors to the Middle East are being urged to register their presence to receive updates. 01/03/2026