http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Wed, 06 May 2026 14:15:00 +0200 Wed, 06 May 2026 14:15:00 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/airlines-cut-13000-flights-and-two-million-seats-in-may-due-to-jet-fuel-crisis http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/airlines-cut-13000-flights-and-two-million-seats-in-may-due-to-jet-fuel-crisis Tue, 05 May 2026 17:37:08 +0200 Airlines across the world have cut thousands of May flights and scaled back capacity as the jet fuel shortage begins to bite, raising the risk of disruption for families travelling over the half term break. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/world-cup-hotel-boom-may-fall-short-of-expectations-us-industry-association-warns http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/world-cup-hotel-boom-may-fall-short-of-expectations-us-industry-association-warns Tue, 05 May 2026 14:54:13 +0200 A new report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association says anticipated demand ‘has not translated into strong hotel bookings’ and that domestic travellers are ‘outpacing’ international visitors. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/this-airline-will-pay-pilots-up-to-100000-a-year-to-move-not-fly-aircraft http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/this-airline-will-pay-pilots-up-to-100000-a-year-to-move-not-fly-aircraft Tue, 05 May 2026 13:55:11 +0200 British Airways is recruiting experienced wide-body pilots to taxi aircraft between terminals at Chicago O’Hare, for one of the most unusual aviation jobs out there, offering a decent salary without ever taking off. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/singapore-airlines-to-roll-out-starlink-internet-connection-on-select-aircraft-from-2027 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/05/singapore-airlines-to-roll-out-starlink-internet-connection-on-select-aircraft-from-2027 Tue, 05 May 2026 12:45:59 +0200 High-speed WiFi will be offered to all passengers for free, provided they are a member of the airline’s frequent flyer programme. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/spirit-airlines-what-rights-do-passengers-have-if-an-airline-collapses http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/spirit-airlines-what-rights-do-passengers-have-if-an-airline-collapses Mon, 04 May 2026 16:11:49 +0200 Some travel insurance policies may cover airline insolvency, and those who have booked with a credit card can initiate a chargeback. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/uk-airlines-to-group-passengers-from-different-flights-on-same-day-to-save-on-jet-fuel http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/uk-airlines-to-group-passengers-from-different-flights-on-same-day-to-save-on-jet-fuel Mon, 04 May 2026 12:28:07 +0200 Carriers will also be able to hand back ‘slots’ at airports without punishment, removing the need to operate controversial ‘ghost flights’. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/uae-airspace-fully-reopens-as-flights-set-to-surge-back-after-months-of-middle-east-disrup http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/04/uae-airspace-fully-reopens-as-flights-set-to-surge-back-after-months-of-middle-east-disrup Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:02 +0200 The UAE has restored full air operations after months of disruption caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran, marking a major step towards recovery for regional travel and key hubs, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/explained-the-rules-around-package-holiday-surcharges-and-which-operators-wont-be-adding-t http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/explained-the-rules-around-package-holiday-surcharges-and-which-operators-wont-be-adding-t Fri, 01 May 2026 15:57:23 +0200 EU rules limit how much prices can increase by, and for what reasons. Here’s what you need to know. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/direct-prague-to-copenhagen-train-returns-after-more-than-a-decade http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/direct-prague-to-copenhagen-train-returns-after-more-than-a-decade Fri, 01 May 2026 14:27:45 +0200 A new direct rail link from Prague to Copenhagen, via Berlin and Hamburg, is bringing back an easy, no-fly way to travel between some of Europe’s most popular cities – just in time for summer travel. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/world-cup-travel-demand-rises-but-not-all-host-cities-will-get-the-economic-win http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/world-cup-travel-demand-rises-but-not-all-host-cities-will-get-the-economic-win Fri, 01 May 2026 13:38:34 +0200 While the tourism picture points to an increase in activity in the run-up to this summer's tournament, research suggests the broader impact may be far more limited. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/first-direct-flight-from-the-us-in-seven-years-lands-in-venezuela http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/01/first-direct-flight-from-the-us-in-seven-years-lands-in-venezuela Fri, 01 May 2026 08:30:41 +0200 A Miami-Caracas flight reopens the direct route between the US and Venezuela after years of suspension due to political tensions and air restrictions. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/30/breathtaking-landscapes-guaranteed-these-are-all-the-new-unesco-geoparks-you-can-visit-in- http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/30/breathtaking-landscapes-guaranteed-these-are-all-the-new-unesco-geoparks-you-can-visit-in- Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:43:38 +0200 From a volcanic island in the Aegean Sea to Ireland’s only fjord, these geoparks tell the history of the world long before humans entered the picture. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/30/some-airlines-are-banning-power-banks-on-flights-heres-what-travellers-need-to-know http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/30/some-airlines-are-banning-power-banks-on-flights-heres-what-travellers-need-to-know Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:47:35 +0200 Airlines and destinations across the world are imposing limits on how many you can carry, and whether or not you can use them in-flight. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/30/this-airline-just-launched-europes-smallest-free-cabin-allowance-and-its-not-a-budget-carr http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/30/this-airline-just-launched-europes-smallest-free-cabin-allowance-and-its-not-a-budget-carr Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:24:49 +0200 Lufthansa’s latest no-frills offering takes air travel back to the very bare basics, but how does its cabin allowance stack up against those offered by other European carriers? http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/brussels-airport-warns-a-large-number-of-flights-will-be-cancelled-next-month-amid-strikes http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/brussels-airport-warns-a-large-number-of-flights-will-be-cancelled-next-month-amid-strikes Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:56:18 +0200 Belgium’s three largest trade unions are set to strike over current retirement age laws. Brussels Airport warns that this will disrupt its operations and ground a large number of flights. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/from-the-white-kingdom-to-the-green-land-of-the-midnight-sun-finland-europes-top-summer-de http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/from-the-white-kingdom-to-the-green-land-of-the-midnight-sun-finland-europes-top-summer-de Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:20:44 +0200 Finland changes its skin when summer arrives. The land of snow, northern lights and icy landscapes transforms between June and August into a bright, green and vibrant place, where lakes are alive, cities come alive and the sun refuses to go away. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/staycations-on-the-rise-for-french-travellers-this-summer-amid-geopolitical-crisis-and-inf http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/staycations-on-the-rise-for-french-travellers-this-summer-amid-geopolitical-crisis-and-inf Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:31:58 +0200 Against a backdrop of international tensions, inflation and rising transport costs, the French are planning to travel less this summer and cut back on their spending, according to an Ifop survey for Alliance France Tourisme. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/existential-threat-europes-regional-airports-are-most-vulnerable-to-jet-fuel-crisis http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/existential-threat-europes-regional-airports-are-most-vulnerable-to-jet-fuel-crisis Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:32:33 +0200 The energy crisis is compounding challenges already faced by Europe’s smaller airports, amounting to an “existential threat”. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/greeks-prefer-greece-for-their-may-day-holiday-getaways http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/29/greeks-prefer-greece-for-their-may-day-holiday-getaways Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:18 +0200 Based on Booking.com data, Greek travellers are choosing domestic destinations this weekend. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/why-tourists-in-spain-this-summer-may-find-outdoor-terraces-closed-under-new-heatwave-rule http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/why-tourists-in-spain-this-summer-may-find-outdoor-terraces-closed-under-new-heatwave-rule Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:34:04 +0200 As the country battles extreme heatwaves, hospitality unions have pushed for increased protections for workers. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/jet-fuel-crisis-who-are-the-latest-european-airlines-to-cancel-or-suspend-flights http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/jet-fuel-crisis-who-are-the-latest-european-airlines-to-cancel-or-suspend-flights Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:16:21 +0200 Carriers in Europe recoil over jet fuel prices, forcing them to sharply cut flight schedules and pass on charges to travellers ahead of the peak season. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/paris-new-airport-express-train-has-a-launch-date-heres-what-you-need-to-know http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/paris-new-airport-express-train-has-a-launch-date-heres-what-you-need-to-know Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:06:35 +0200 The CDG Express will connect Charles de Gaulle Airport with Gare de l’Est in just 20 minutes. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/the-world-cup-is-driving-a-new-kind-of-tourism-in-mexico-working-remotely-and-living-footb http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/28/the-world-cup-is-driving-a-new-kind-of-tourism-in-mexico-working-remotely-and-living-footb Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:46:38 +0200 The 2026 FIFA World Cup is driving the arrival of European digital nomads in Mexico, a phenomenon transforming tourism with longer stays, remote working and a greater impact on the local economy. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/two-or-three-european-airlines-could-go-bankrupt-this-winter-says-ryanair-boss-oleary http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/two-or-three-european-airlines-could-go-bankrupt-this-winter-says-ryanair-boss-oleary Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:41:28 +0200 The outspoken CEO of Europe’s biggest airline named Wizz Air and airBaltic as among those at risk. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/revealed-skyscanners-smart-guide-to-summer-travel-savings-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/revealed-skyscanners-smart-guide-to-summer-travel-savings-in-europe Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:24:03 +0200 With the summer holidays just around the corner, you don’t want to miss out on securing savings ahead of one of the busiest seasons in the travel calendar. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/most-failing-airport-in-europe-ryanair-begins-phasing-out-berlin-base-blaming-drop-in-traf http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/most-failing-airport-in-europe-ryanair-begins-phasing-out-berlin-base-blaming-drop-in-traf Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:30:35 +0200 The move comes as Berlin’s international airport says increased charges are not on the cards and Germany’s Finance Ministry approved flight levies to be scaled back. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/25/ditch-the-hotel-for-a-zoo-top-european-destinations-for-a-wild-night-away http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/25/ditch-the-hotel-for-a-zoo-top-european-destinations-for-a-wild-night-away Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:00:49 +0200 These European stays put a fresh spin on the traditional hotel, with immersive escapes that bring travellers closer to the great outdoors. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/these-are-the-best-new-european-hotels-for-2026-according-to-conde-nast-traveller http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/these-are-the-best-new-european-hotels-for-2026-according-to-conde-nast-traveller Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:55:35 +0200 These hotels feature carefully restored heritage interiors, outstanding local dining and stunning views. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/travelling-to-spain-heres-what-new-in-2026-from-heritage-hotels-to-cultural-sights http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/travelling-to-spain-heres-what-new-in-2026-from-heritage-hotels-to-cultural-sights Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:30:09 +0200 Visitors to Spain will have a wealth of choice in 2026, with a number of new hotels, museums and attractions. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/greece-increases-the-number-of-beaches-where-sunbeds-are-banned-to-protect-the-environment http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/greece-increases-the-number-of-beaches-where-sunbeds-are-banned-to-protect-the-environment Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:49:13 +0200 The ban means that you will not be able to hire umbrellas or sunbeds at some 251 beaches, many of which are marine NATURA 2000 sites. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/kuwait-reopens-airspace-for-the-first-time-since-the-outbreak-of-the-iran-war http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/kuwait-reopens-airspace-for-the-first-time-since-the-outbreak-of-the-iran-war Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:51:25 +0200 Flag carrier Kuwait Airways and low-cost airline Jazeera Airways will resume flights on Sunday 26 April. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/how-is-the-iran-war-changing-the-way-europeans-travel http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/24/how-is-the-iran-war-changing-the-way-europeans-travel Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:00:06 +0200 Jet-setting appetites among Europeans may have climbed, but tensions in the Middle East mean more travellers are concerned about safety when considering going abroad. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/here-are-all-the-new-european-flight-paths-on-the-horizon-this-summer http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/here-are-all-the-new-european-flight-paths-on-the-horizon-this-summer Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:10:14 +0200 For travellers still undecided about where to venture to in the coming months, these new routes could be the answer. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/ryanair-customers-will-have-to-get-to-bag-drop-20-minutes-earlier-from-november http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/ryanair-customers-will-have-to-get-to-bag-drop-20-minutes-earlier-from-november Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:10:15 +0200 Europe’s largest airline has made the change to accommodate long airport security and passport queues. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/what-to-see-in-rabat-the-new-world-book-capital-as-a-bibliophile http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/what-to-see-in-rabat-the-new-world-book-capital-as-a-bibliophile Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:28:19 +0200 From hidden bookstores to historic libraries, Rabat offers many delights for book lovers. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/can-the-deadzoning-trend-be-a-way-to-improve-our-wellbeing-while-travelling http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/23/can-the-deadzoning-trend-be-a-way-to-improve-our-wellbeing-while-travelling Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:00:15 +0200 This new travel craze is sweeping through millennials and Gen Z, who are intentionally becoming disconnected in an era of being chronically online. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/from-bulgari-to-the-ritz-carlton-the-dreamy-hotel-scents-you-can-now-buy http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/from-bulgari-to-the-ritz-carlton-the-dreamy-hotel-scents-you-can-now-buy Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:40:14 +0200 Bring back more of your stay than just memories through these luxurious fragrances. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/lufthansa-group-cancels-20000-flights-as-jet-fuel-prices-soar http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/lufthansa-group-cancels-20000-flights-as-jet-fuel-prices-soar Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:16:53 +0200 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. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/lions-mascots-and-robots-macao-displays-its-charms-to-captivate-audiences-in-madrid http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/lions-mascots-and-robots-macao-displays-its-charms-to-captivate-audiences-in-madrid Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:07:42 +0200 The Experience Macao Roadshow has brought culture, gastronomy and entertainment to the Madrid public, with an open-air nighttime closing. The initiative is part of the region's strategy to attract European tourists and diversify its market. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/why-this-spanish-city-is-the-among-the-top-trending-destinations-in-europe-this-summer http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/why-this-spanish-city-is-the-among-the-top-trending-destinations-in-europe-this-summer Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:16:20 +0200 More travellers are heading to this Costa Blanca city this summer for its warm weather, delicious food and rich culture. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/frankfurt-airports-new-terminal-3-is-opening-heres-what-to-expect http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/frankfurt-airports-new-terminal-3-is-opening-heres-what-to-expect Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:14:11 +0200 Airlines in Terminal 2 will move operations to the new building over the next three months. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/cruise-tourism-boom-boosts-employment-one-job-for-every-20-passengers http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/22/cruise-tourism-boom-boosts-employment-one-job-for-every-20-passengers Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:00:33 +0200 The cruise tourism sector is establishing itself as a global engine capable of generating millions of jobs and billions in economic activity. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/this-central-asian-destination-is-growing-its-national-parks-and-adventure-offerings http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/this-central-asian-destination-is-growing-its-national-parks-and-adventure-offerings Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:14:32 +0200 This move is expected to open up new birdwatching, wildlife tracking and hiking opportunities for eco-tourists, as Kazakhstan attempts to restore ecological balance. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/we-must-not-become-barcelona-athens-considers-banning-new-hotels-mayor-says http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/we-must-not-become-barcelona-athens-considers-banning-new-hotels-mayor-says Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:13:06 +0200 After the 'freezing' of short-term rentals in the centre of Athens, the discussion about 'freezing' the licenses for new hotels opens. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/looking-inland-portugal-to-boost-regional-tourism-with-11-million-projects http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/looking-inland-portugal-to-boost-regional-tourism-with-11-million-projects Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:48:43 +0200 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. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/one-of-the-worlds-longest-pedestrian-bridges-just-opened-in-helsinki http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/one-of-the-worlds-longest-pedestrian-bridges-just-opened-in-helsinki Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:22:28 +0200 Spanning 1,191 metres, Kruunuvuorensilta bridge in Finland connects Korkeasaari and Kruunuvuorenranta. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/these-are-the-best-airports-in-the-world-for-dining-and-four-are-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/these-are-the-best-airports-in-the-world-for-dining-and-four-are-in-europe Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:00:01 +0200 From Roman pizzerias at Fiumicino Airport to taxiway views in Munich, these airports take pre-flight food and drink up a notch. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/foreign-airlines-to-gradually-resume-flight-operations-at-qatars-hamad-international-airpo http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/foreign-airlines-to-gradually-resume-flight-operations-at-qatars-hamad-international-airpo Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:48:06 +0200 Qatar Airways also ramps up its global routes for summer as the Gulf state’s aviation sector moves to restore normality following regional tensions. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/you-can-now-track-the-prices-of-individual-hotels-with-google http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/you-can-now-track-the-prices-of-individual-hotels-with-google Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:42:31 +0200 Would-be guests can get email updates on the costs of their choice of hotel for their preferred travel dates. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/greece-eases-entryexit-system-ees-border-checks-for-british-travellers http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/20/greece-eases-entryexit-system-ees-border-checks-for-british-travellers Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:21:12 +0200 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.