Mike Starling
Travel News
Greece, Italy and Malta lead the way as European tourism grows in 2026
Amid turbulence across the tourism sector, international visitor numbers to Europe increased by 5% year-to-date, according to European Travel Commission data, with Greece, Italy and Malta recording the largest increases in arrivals.
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Moments
This ultra-exclusive solar eclipse trip can be yours… for €200,000
Meliá Hotels International’s travel package to the Balearic Islands for August’s total solar eclipse is so exclusive that it's only available for one booking at each of its two hotels. The package includes flights on a private jet, a stay in a presidential suite, and a viewing experience at sea.
Destinations
Sunsets, fika and swimming in Stockholm and its stunning archipelago
If you’re looking for the coolest of coolcations, then a visit to Sweden’s capital city should be on your travel bucket list. In this guide to Stockholm, Mike Starling goes chasing sunsets, gets a taste of fika, and goes wild swimming on a charming island in the archipelago.
Travel News
Europe’s aviation sector warns EES has reached a 'critical point'
In an open letter, Europe's airports, airlines and aviation bodies have urged the European Commission to temporarily suspend the Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES) during peak periods, warning that border delays of up to five hours are disrupting passengers, flights and tourism.
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