http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:16:56 +0200 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:16:56 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/iberia-is-set-to-charter-a-plane-for-the-total-solar-eclipse-and-you-can-watch-it-online http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/iberia-is-set-to-charter-a-plane-for-the-total-solar-eclipse-and-you-can-watch-it-online Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:16:50 +0200 The Spanish flag carrier will livestream the entire celestial event, so you can see the solar corona from 30,000 feet. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/the-ebay-of-travel-you-can-list-your-non-refundable-holiday-bookings-on-this-resale-platfo http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/the-ebay-of-travel-you-can-list-your-non-refundable-holiday-bookings-on-this-resale-platfo Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:51:34 +0200 You can snap up a bargain on a last-minute trip, with everything from cruises to safaris listed on this website. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/freedom-safety-and-self-development-the-top-solo-travel-trends-to-know-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/freedom-safety-and-self-development-the-top-solo-travel-trends-to-know-in-2026 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:25:54 +0200 A new survey shows more UK travellers are opting for solo adventures as they seek freedom, more confidence and the opportunity to carve out experiences on their own terms while abroad. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/banyan-trees-new-luxury-mountainside-resort-in-china-has-hot-spring-pools-and-a-bamboo-for http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/banyan-trees-new-luxury-mountainside-resort-in-china-has-hot-spring-pools-and-a-bamboo-for Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:35:20 +0200 Offering access to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site in China's Sichuan province, the new Banyan Tree Mount Emei resort features 130 rooms and villas, private hot spring pools, a bamboo forest trail and a spa. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/these-are-the-worlds-greatest-luxury-hotels-according-to-robb-report http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/04/these-are-the-worlds-greatest-luxury-hotels-according-to-robb-report Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:00:18 +0200 In Europe, a former hunting lodge turned hotel in the Scottish Highlands ranked highest, coming out third overall. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/revealed-new-york-and-paris-top-global-tourism-city-attractiveness-index http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/revealed-new-york-and-paris-top-global-tourism-city-attractiveness-index Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:56:56 +0200 A new ranking has named the world’s most attractive cities for 2026, with American and Asian destinations taking the lead for being globally recognisable and offering distinct visitor experiences. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/trains-over-planes-the-european-routes-where-rail-is-faster-than-air http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/trains-over-planes-the-european-routes-where-rail-is-faster-than-air Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:52:40 +0200 These are the European routes where taking the train is faster than flying between popular destinations, including Brussels to Paris and Madrid to Seville. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/this-baltic-state-was-just-named-the-worlds-best-place-to-relocate-to-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/this-baltic-state-was-just-named-the-worlds-best-place-to-relocate-to-in-2026 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:44:11 +0200 The Global Relocation Index looks at metrics including general affordability, street safety, air quality and climate comfort. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/new-ships-true-crime-voyages-and-chocolate-cruise-travel-trends-to-know-in-2026-and-2027 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/03/new-ships-true-crime-voyages-and-chocolate-cruise-travel-trends-to-know-in-2026-and-2027 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:00:06 +0200 Cruise travel continues to evolve with a host of new ships joining the fleets as well as themed voyages and unique experiences at sea and on the rivers. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/01/germanys-small-islands-nature-and-slow-living-almost-on-your-doorstep http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/08/01/germanys-small-islands-nature-and-slow-living-almost-on-your-doorstep Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:20:09 +0200 When Germans talk about islands, many think of Sylt, Rügen or Usedom. Yet beyond these classics lie small islands ideal for short breaks, offering peace, nature and unique landscapes far from crowds. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/solar-eclipse-accommodation-demand-surges-in-spain-and-iceland-is-it-too-late-to-book http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/solar-eclipse-accommodation-demand-surges-in-spain-and-iceland-is-it-too-late-to-book Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:47:29 +0200 Unlike most travel trends, eclipse demand is remarkably concentrated in a brief period and geographic zone. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/summer-2026-ferragosto-brings-175m-tourists-to-italy-and-9bn-in-direct-spend http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/summer-2026-ferragosto-brings-175m-tourists-to-italy-and-9bn-in-direct-spend Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:46:40 +0200 Latest forecasts for the August bank holiday say 17.5 million tourists will visit Italy, spending €9 billion. But how do Italians travel, and where do visitors come from and how much do they spend? http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/how-greeces-door-visa-gives-turkish-visitors-easier-entry-to-islands-in-the-eu http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/31/how-greeces-door-visa-gives-turkish-visitors-easier-entry-to-islands-in-the-eu Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:46:33 +0200 Launched in 2024, the visa-on-arrival scheme covers 12 Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. Nearly 1.5 million Turks visited Greece in 2025, up from 1.2 million the previous year. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/which-european-airports-have-the-most-direct-flight-connections http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/which-european-airports-have-the-most-direct-flight-connections Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:12:57 +0200 Serving 294 destinations, Türkiye’s Istanbul Airport came out on top, followed by Paris Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam Schiphol. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/cuba-tourism-crisis-an-industry-brought-to-almost-total-paralysis http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/cuba-tourism-crisis-an-industry-brought-to-almost-total-paralysis Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:46:08 +0200 Cuba’s tourism industry has been hit hard by US sanctions and fuel shortages, with nearly three-quarters of hotels now closed on the island. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/the-worlds-top-10-cities-for-street-food-have-been-revealed http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/the-worlds-top-10-cities-for-street-food-have-been-revealed Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:50:58 +0200 Surprisingly, Europe dominates the top 10 list, with Paris claiming the number one spot for its street food options. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/will-the-coolcation-travel-trend-change-the-geography-of-international-tourism http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/30/will-the-coolcation-travel-trend-change-the-geography-of-international-tourism Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:00:47 +0200 Cooler summer holidays are proving popular as peak heat sways travellers’ choices beyond the Mediterranean. Experts weigh in on whether this seasonal trend might last. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/nobu-to-launch-new-hotel-restaurant-and-residences-in-portugals-algarve-region http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/nobu-to-launch-new-hotel-restaurant-and-residences-in-portugals-algarve-region Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:02:13 +0200 With its second destination in Portugal, the Nobu hospitality brand will introduce a new hotel, restaurant and residential offerings at the Monte Rei resort in the eastern Algarve region. The first guests are expected to be welcomed in 2029. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/these-are-the-most-welcoming-cities-for-tourists-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/these-are-the-most-welcoming-cities-for-tourists-in-europe Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:23:17 +0200 In the global ranking, nine cities on the continent made the top 20 and it was an Asian city-state which claimed the top spot. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/czechia-iceland-and-spain-among-europes-top-trending-destinations-for-2026-new-data-reveal http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/czechia-iceland-and-spain-among-europes-top-trending-destinations-for-2026-new-data-reveal Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:08:23 +0200 A new survey by Amadeus Travel Intelligence and UN Tourism reveals the European destinations that travellers are keen to explore, the markets fuelling demand and the regions expanding air connectivity. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/parisian-spot-with-five-step-seasonal-menu-was-just-named-the-best-new-cocktail-bar-in-the http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/29/parisian-spot-with-five-step-seasonal-menu-was-just-named-the-best-new-cocktail-bar-in-the Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:49:21 +0200 De Vie in the French capital’s Montorgueil quarter was praised for its innovative concoctions having opened last year. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/world-cup-drives-tourism-norway-benefits-from-haaland-and-viral-viking-trend http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/world-cup-drives-tourism-norway-benefits-from-haaland-and-viral-viking-trend Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:28:09 +0200 Can sporting success boost tourism and deliver tangible economic gains? Norway suggests it can: this year's World Cup brought not only social media buzz but a clear rise in travel interest. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/last-minute-holidays-boom-among-british-travellers-as-next-day-bookings-jump-26 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/last-minute-holidays-boom-among-british-travellers-as-next-day-bookings-jump-26 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:31:21 +0200 New data has revealed that Brits are embracing spur-of-the-moment escapes this summer, but to tried-and-tested destinations in Spain and Türkiye. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/spain-breaks-tourism-records-while-one-in-three-spaniards-cannot-afford-a-holiday http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/spain-breaks-tourism-records-while-one-in-three-spaniards-cannot-afford-a-holiday Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:37:51 +0200 As Spain nears a record for foreign tourists, OCU tells Euronews that "holidays should not be a luxury" as rising living costs force many families to skip a break. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/this-picturesque-beach-in-the-us-virgin-islands-was-just-named-the-best-in-the-world http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/28/this-picturesque-beach-in-the-us-virgin-islands-was-just-named-the-best-in-the-world Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:21 +0200 Researchers looked at the colour and clarity of the water, Google Maps reviews, and climate data to rank the best beaches in the world. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/you-can-visit-every-bridge-on-the-back-of-euro-banknotes-and-theyre-all-in-one-town http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/you-can-visit-every-bridge-on-the-back-of-euro-banknotes-and-theyre-all-in-one-town Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:38:05 +0200 The original design wasn’t based on any actual bridges, but a town in the Netherlands decided to turn them into reality. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/this-european-airline-is-offering-free-teddy-trackers-for-families-travelling-this-summer http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/this-european-airline-is-offering-free-teddy-trackers-for-families-travelling-this-summer Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:45:45 +0200 Giving them one less thing to worry about when travelling, parents can keep track of their child’s beloved stuffed toy using this complimentary tile tracker. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/thinking-about-starting-a-life-abroad-these-are-the-best-countries-for-expats-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/thinking-about-starting-a-life-abroad-these-are-the-best-countries-for-expats-in-2026 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:00:22 +0200 In Europe, Spain, Portugal and Luxembourg made it into the top 10 – but Panama took the top spot for the third year in a row. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/26/eurostar-is-launching-a-new-direct-route-from-london-to-antwerp-this-december http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/26/eurostar-is-launching-a-new-direct-route-from-london-to-antwerp-this-december Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:25:07 +0200 The new route will allow travellers to skip the transfer in Brussels – but you won’t be able to take a direct return on the way back. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/25/revealed-the-best-trip-maxxing-routes-for-a-four-city-european-break http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/25/revealed-the-best-trip-maxxing-routes-for-a-four-city-european-break Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:00:32 +0200 ‘Trip-maxxing’ is the travel trend du jour, and new research has revealed the best multi-city routes across Europe, combining short journey times, affordable accommodation, vibrant nightlife and world-class attractions to help travellers make the most of a single trip. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/edinburghs-tourist-tax-has-now-launched-heres-how-much-you-have-to-pay http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/edinburghs-tourist-tax-has-now-launched-heres-how-much-you-have-to-pay Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:52:36 +0200 Edinburgh is the first Scottish city to introduce such a scheme, and hopes to raise up to £50 million (€58 million) a year. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/europe-once-again-dominates-passport-power-ranking-with-30-countries-in-the-top-10 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/europe-once-again-dominates-passport-power-ranking-with-30-countries-in-the-top-10 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:04:44 +0200 Despite an impressive showing from Europe, Singapore claimed the top spot in the Henley Passport Index for a second year. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/only-one-in-10-europeans-would-not-consider-moving-abroad-new-survey-reveals http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/only-one-in-10-europeans-would-not-consider-moving-abroad-new-survey-reveals Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:30:43 +0200 After polling 2,000 adults across France, Germany, Italy and the UK, Spain emerged as the top choice for would-be expats considering starting a new life in a different country. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/short-breaks-set-the-tone-for-greek-travellers-new-data-reveals http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/short-breaks-set-the-tone-for-greek-travellers-new-data-reveals Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:43:07 +0200 Data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority show that trips of up to three nights recorded the strongest growth in 2025. Citizens over 65 emerged as the age group with the sharpest increase in travel. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/respect-the-city-how-dubrovnik-is-managing-overtourism-without-losing-its-charm http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/respect-the-city-how-dubrovnik-is-managing-overtourism-without-losing-its-charm Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:00:53 +0200 Mayor of Dubrovnik Mato Franković tells Euronews Travel how the popular Croatian city is utilising data, staggered arrival flows and planning to reshape local tourism to preserve one of Europe’s best-known destinations for the future. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/world-cup-boosts-chinese-tourists-interest-in-spain-flight-searches-up-33-fold http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/world-cup-boosts-chinese-tourists-interest-in-spain-flight-searches-up-33-fold Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:58:44 +0200 Spain’s World Cup triumph has sparked a surge in flight searches from China to Barcelona, Tenerife and Malaga, with increases of up to 33-fold. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/national-disgrace-uk-airports-hike-drop-off-fees-while-continental-europe-keeps-them-free http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/national-disgrace-uk-airports-hike-drop-off-fees-while-continental-europe-keeps-them-free Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:54:24 +0200 Earlier in the year, London Gatwick raised its 'kiss and fly' fee to become the most expensive in the UK and now Stansted has increased its drop-off charge. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/want-to-buy-a-plane-for-10-an-abandoned-aircraft-at-seville-airport-is-now-up-for-auction http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/want-to-buy-a-plane-for-10-an-abandoned-aircraft-at-seville-airport-is-now-up-for-auction Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:40:18 +0200 A Piper PA-23 Apache aircraft has been sitting at Seville Airport since at least 2018. Now up for auction, the new owner could walk away with it for a very low price, although don’t expect it to fly you home… http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/these-are-the-safest-solo-travel-destinations-around-the-world-and-seven-are-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/these-are-the-safest-solo-travel-destinations-around-the-world-and-seven-are-in-europe Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:24:05 +0200 Microstate San Marino came out on top, with a risk index of just 0.78 out of 10, while Andorra, Austria and Czechia also finished high in the rankings. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/rural-bike-conecta-new-2180km-cycling-route-links-168-municipalities-in-castilla-la-mancha http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/rural-bike-conecta-new-2180km-cycling-route-links-168-municipalities-in-castilla-la-mancha Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:39:06 +0200 Castilla La-Mancha has launched a new cycling network for travellers to explore the region’s array of national parks and UNESCO Global Geoparks across 168 municipalities. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/tanzania-reshapes-tourism-with-serengeti-golf-course-amid-wildlife http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/tanzania-reshapes-tourism-with-serengeti-golf-course-amid-wildlife Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:37:32 +0200 For decades, Tanzania has built its tourist appeal on safaris, Kilimanjaro and the beaches of Zanzibar. It now wants to diversify by opening a golf course in the Serengeti. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/ranked-which-countries-gained-the-most-tourists-from-2019-to-2025 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/ranked-which-countries-gained-the-most-tourists-from-2019-to-2025 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:36:52 +0200 New data reveals where international tourism has bounced back strongest since the pandemic, with Saudi Arabia, Morocco and Egypt among the biggest winners – while some popular destinations are still struggling to recover. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/dubai-for-less-emirate-to-offer-700-worth-of-discounts-in-new-invite-a-friend-scheme http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/dubai-for-less-emirate-to-offer-700-worth-of-discounts-in-new-invite-a-friend-scheme Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:24:39 +0200 Residents who nominate friends and family members to come to Dubai before 31 October can get offers such as 45% off hotel stays and free tickets to theme parks. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/follow-in-the-footsteps-of-the-odyssey-in-turkiye-and-italy-on-this-luxurious-new-tour http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/follow-in-the-footsteps-of-the-odyssey-in-turkiye-and-italy-on-this-luxurious-new-tour Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:27:25 +0200 Priced at €88,000 per person, travellers will sail on a private yacht around islands featured in the Homeric epic and visit historic sites like the ancient city of Troy. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/social-media-is-ruining-travels-element-of-surprise-heres-what-you-can-do-to-combat-it http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/social-media-is-ruining-travels-element-of-surprise-heres-what-you-can-do-to-combat-it Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:05:44 +0200 More than two-thirds of travellers have arrived at a destination for the first time only to find it feels familiar because of the amount of research they did before their trip. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/trek-from-poland-to-italy-new-3500km-hiking-trail-crosses-six-european-countries http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/22/trek-from-poland-to-italy-new-3500km-hiking-trail-crosses-six-european-countries Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:00:48 +0200 From Poland’s Baltic coast to Italy’s Adriatic shores, the new Wolf Trail takes hikers on a mammoth journey through six European countries, crossing mountains, forests and historic cities along the way. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/middle-east-flights-air-france-suspends-routes-to-riyadh-dubai-and-beirut http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/middle-east-flights-air-france-suspends-routes-to-riyadh-dubai-and-beirut Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:19:09 +0200 Air France said it is ‘monitoring the situation’ in ‘real time’ while other carriers including KLM, British Airways, Aegean and Singapore Airlines have also issued recent updates on their Middle East flights. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/this-new-luxury-hotel-in-cappadocia-has-panoramic-views-of-fairy-chimneys-and-valleys http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/this-new-luxury-hotel-in-cappadocia-has-panoramic-views-of-fairy-chimneys-and-valleys Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:35:26 +0200 The new Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection hotel offers travellers a heritage-inspired retreat among the Turkish region’s famed sweeping valleys and rock formations. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/new-saudi-visa-lets-umrah-pilgrims-visit-multiple-times-within-a-year http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/new-saudi-visa-lets-umrah-pilgrims-visit-multiple-times-within-a-year Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:17:39 +0200 Saudi Arabia has launched a new one-year multiple-entry visa, which will allow Umrah pilgrims to make repeated visits. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/the-venice-few-tourists-know-sunrise-runs-and-crafting-your-own-venetian-mask http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/the-venice-few-tourists-know-sunrise-runs-and-crafting-your-own-venetian-mask Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:58:31 +0200 Millions of tourists visit Venice every year, yet only a few discover the city of artisans, age-old traditions and hidden corners that still preserve its true soul.