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Lufthansa Group cancels 20,000 flights as jet fuel prices soar

The group, which includes Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways and SWISS, said it has focused cuts on "unprofitable short-haul flights" through to October.

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Looking inland: Portugal to boost regional tourism with €11m projects

The projects will support nature, gastronomy, wellness and cultural tourism within Portugal’s inland, and attract visitors away from major tourist hotspots like Lisbon and Porto.

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Foreign airlines to gradually resume flight operations in Qatar

Qatar Airways also ramps up its global routes for summer as the Gulf state’s aviation sector moves to restore normality following regional tensions.

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Greece eases Entry/Exit System border checks for British travellers

With the rollout of the new system, Greece is taking a relaxed approach to British visitors in a bid to ease holiday flows ahead of the busy summer.

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'Don’t Hike Naked in Switzerland': Top tips for first-time travellers

Think twice before you tip, throw coins in ponds or miss out on an opportunity to chat with a local. Lonely Planet and other experts share the unwritten rules of travelling abroad for the first time.

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Saudi Arabia gears up for new motorsport hotel and horse racing venue

Saudi Arabia’s gigacity project has plans to shift to high-gear, creating a hub for international motorsports, equestrian racing and positioning itself as a year-round destination for residences, leisure and tourism.

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Bulgaria taps into the wellness trend as spa tourism rises 15%

Bulgaria is positioning itself as a spa destination, with a year-round tourism strategy also focused on health, food, mountain, pilgrimage and luxury travel.

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German pilots’ union announces further strikes at Lufthansa this week

The latest round of strike action continues a recent trend of travel disruptions at Germany’s busiest hubs, throwing passenger journeys into uncertainty.

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15 villages in Sardinia set for tourism revamp as part of €38m plan

The project aims to promote the island’s unique flavour of village tourism and boost local employment opportunities.

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Céline Dion effect: 16-date tour to inject millions into Paris tourism

The Canadian’s comeback tour is already driving interest and a noticeable economic boost to the French capital.

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Iconic Madeira hiking trail to reopen after two-year closure

The 7km-long PR1 Vereda do Areeiro trail returns after restoration works following a wildfire in 2024.

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Lights, camera, action: How set-jetting boosts Madrid's economy

Madrid’s landmarks have turned the Spanish capital into a sought-after destination for film productions and fans are keen to visit the set locations.

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DiscoverEU initiative returns with 40,000 passes for young travellers

Ten of thousands of young Europeans can unlock destinations that showcase the continent’s architecture, fine art, cuisines and more.

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Cabin calling: Should in-flight phone calls be allowed?

British Airways follows major carriers by partnering with Starlink to keep passengers connected in the air, including allowing voice and video calls. But the move is far from straightforward, with worries over cabin noise and ongoing US restrictions on in-flight calls.

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Capture the perfect picture: New ‘selfie trail’ launched in Magaluf

With its purpose-built stands, the trail in Mallorca aims to solve the modern dilemma of wanting to capture travel moments, while also boosting sustainable tourism.

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Why are we taxed to fly? Europe’s aviation levies explained

Airfare pricing is no simple business. From dynamic ticketing, to government policies and shifting global factors, what passengers end up paying can be highly unpredictable.

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A chocolate-themed park? This Swiss brand is making it happen

With a price tag of €436.1 million, the mega project will include hotels, restaurants and opportunities to both try and learn about the confectionery in one of Europe’s famed chocolate producers.

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Pilgrims may soon fly directly to Mecca as airport plans take off

Plans for a new airport and metro system aim to improve access for the many pilgrims that visit Mecca annually, and ease travel within the holy city.

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Valencia to put a limit on the number of citywide holiday homes

The Spanish city is moving to limit holiday accommodations amid local ‘touristflation’ woes in a country that has seen large-scale anti-tourism demonstrations.

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This cruise allows passengers to live onboard – and bring their pets

Fabled Voyages is addressing a ‘key barrier’ to long-term travel, especially as interest in residential cruising grows among retirees, remote workers and long-stay travellers.

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