http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:31:37 +0200 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:31:37 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/21/show-stopping-astrotourism-centre-with-stargazing-lodge-to-open-near-saudi-arabias-alula http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/21/show-stopping-astrotourism-centre-with-stargazing-lodge-to-open-near-saudi-arabias-alula Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:31:24 +0200 Located within a Dark Sky Park, AlUla Manara’s design was inspired by the spiralling forms of galaxies and planetary rings. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/21/this-cave-village-in-france-offers-a-natural-escape-from-extreme-heat http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/21/this-cave-village-in-france-offers-a-natural-escape-from-extreme-heat Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:14:28 +0200 Residents of the troglodyte village of Trôo say their cave homes remain naturally cool year-round, offering an energy-efficient refuge as heatwaves become more frequent across France. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/21/forget-the-camino-de-santiago-romanias-via-transilvanica-hiking-trail-is-wild-welcoming-an http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/21/forget-the-camino-de-santiago-romanias-via-transilvanica-hiking-trail-is-wild-welcoming-an Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:00:20 +0200 The hiking trail runs 1,600km across Romania through 400 villages in 20 different ethnic and cultural regions. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/20/andros-ai-heritage-and-tourism-technology-transforms-the-visitor-experience http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/20/andros-ai-heritage-and-tourism-technology-transforms-the-visitor-experience Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:59:40 +0200 Andros AI is the first AI tour guide created for a Greek destination. It is essentially a chat service where visitors can ask anything about the island. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/20/tired-of-jet-lag-experts-share-their-top-tips-for-travel-recovery http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/20/tired-of-jet-lag-experts-share-their-top-tips-for-travel-recovery Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:00:25 +0200 Jet lag can derail any trip, but experts say careful planning before, during and after a flight can help travellers adjust more quickly. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/19/would-you-pay-50-to-visit-venice-new-mayor-is-pushing-for-entry-fee-hike http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/19/would-you-pay-50-to-visit-venice-new-mayor-is-pushing-for-entry-fee-hike Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:26:51 +0200 The council is also evaluating whether to extend the fee to the entire year, or perhaps include more dates. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/19/is-it-now-safe-to-travel-to-the-middle-east-what-to-know-as-uk-downgrades-advisories http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/19/is-it-now-safe-to-travel-to-the-middle-east-what-to-know-as-uk-downgrades-advisories Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:35:27 +0200 The new advice makes it easier for British holidaymakers to travel to destinations like Dubai and Doha. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/19/from-oak-forests-to-steppe-lakes-central-europes-five-best-summer-destinations http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/19/from-oak-forests-to-steppe-lakes-central-europes-five-best-summer-destinations Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:00:13 +0200 Bored of the crowded seasides, the heat island big cities? Visit Central Europe's lakes, zoos and other exciting places that can unite all generations. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/middle-east-flights-update-which-airlines-are-returning-to-the-region-and-when http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/middle-east-flights-update-which-airlines-are-returning-to-the-region-and-when Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:59:52 +0200 While the US and Iran have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, European airlines are unlikely to restart flights until after the summer. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/worlds-longest-non-stop-flight-set-for-2027-take-off-as-qantas-confirms-sydney-london-rout http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/worlds-longest-non-stop-flight-set-for-2027-take-off-as-qantas-confirms-sydney-london-rout Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:28:34 +0200 Qantas’s long-awaited ‘Project Sunrise’ will see the world's longest non-stop passenger flight cover more than 16,000 kilometres between 19 and 22 hours. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/inside-the-ultra-luxe-swiss-mountainside-retreat-where-iran-and-the-us-are-set-to-meet http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/inside-the-ultra-luxe-swiss-mountainside-retreat-where-iran-and-the-us-are-set-to-meet Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:53:23 +0200 Initial negotiations between the US and Iran on the final agreement are set to take place at the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne this Friday. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/waldorf-astoria-to-open-in-londons-iconic-admiralty-arch-in-autumn-2026-in-pictures http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/waldorf-astoria-to-open-in-londons-iconic-admiralty-arch-in-autumn-2026-in-pictures Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:08:24 +0200 Located on The Mall, the restored Grade I-listed landmark has been transformed into a luxury hotel with 114 rooms and suites, a spa, and two signature restaurants. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/explore-lisbon-like-a-local-seven-tips-for-seven-hills http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/explore-lisbon-like-a-local-seven-tips-for-seven-hills Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:04:51 +0200 Venture off the beaten track and out of your comfort zone, dodge the crowds and, above all, steer clear of tourist traps. Here are seven ideas, one for each of Lisbon’s hills, devised by locals. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/the-worlds-best-skylines-have-just-been-named-and-none-of-the-top-10-are-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/the-worlds-best-skylines-have-just-been-named-and-none-of-the-top-10-are-in-europe Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:25 +0200 Asia dominated the list, with eight spots making the top 10 across China, Malaysia and Japan. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/these-luxury-european-hotels-have-been-included-in-a-new-hall-of-fame-list http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/18/these-luxury-european-hotels-have-been-included-in-a-new-hall-of-fame-list Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:00:48 +0200 From Paris and Monte Carlo to Lake Como and St Moritz, nine of Europe's most iconic luxury hotels have earned places in Esquire's Hotel Hall of Fame. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/this-hotel-chain-just-launched-an-anti-appy-hour-to-get-guests-off-their-phones http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/this-hotel-chain-just-launched-an-anti-appy-hour-to-get-guests-off-their-phones Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:43:28 +0200 Guests at YOTEL hotels will be able to block their access to social media apps on their phone using a Bloom card. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/four-seasons-has-just-opened-a-luxury-wellness-resort-on-the-red-sea http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/four-seasons-has-just-opened-a-luxury-wellness-resort-on-the-red-sea Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:17:29 +0200 Guests can book in for a wellness journey that includes sunrise yoga on the beach, sauna and cold plunge sessions and healthy plates throughout the day. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/new-fleet-of-electric-hydrofoil-boats-to-be-deployed-in-the-maldives http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/new-fleet-of-electric-hydrofoil-boats-to-be-deployed-in-the-maldives Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:33:05 +0200 The Maldives will introduce up to 100 electric hydrofoil boats, promising smoother and more sustainable transfers between its islands. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/coolcations-in-europe-new-index-reveals-the-best-places-to-escape-the-summer-heat http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/coolcations-in-europe-new-index-reveals-the-best-places-to-escape-the-summer-heat Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:52 +0200 A new summer heat escape index has ranked Europe's coolest destinations for summer travel in 2026, with Iceland, Finland and Norway leading the way. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/direct-trains-from-bucharest-to-istanbul-sofia-and-varna-have-restarted-until-october http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/17/direct-trains-from-bucharest-to-istanbul-sofia-and-varna-have-restarted-until-october Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:00:43 +0200 Romania's national railway has relaunched daily direct summer trains from Bucharest to destinations in Türkiye and Bulgaria, with fares starting from €27. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/europes-most-welcoming-countries-and-cities-for-expats http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/europes-most-welcoming-countries-and-cities-for-expats Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:50:46 +0200 A new report looks at factors including foreign-born employment rates, safety, and overall expat experience. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/the-best-fifa-world-cup-2026-aircraft-liveries http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/the-best-fifa-world-cup-2026-aircraft-liveries Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:46 +0200 National carriers have sent their teams to the world’s biggest stage in style aboard special themed planes. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/seaplanes-greece-albania-link-takes-off-with-more-international-routes-planned http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/seaplanes-greece-albania-link-takes-off-with-more-international-routes-planned Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:19:06 +0200 Hellenic Seaplanes is expanding its network, introducing new routes that will connect the city of Ioannina with Vlorë and Pogradec in neighbouring Albania. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/europes-top-listening-hotels-check-in-for-music-djs-and-vinyl http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/europes-top-listening-hotels-check-in-for-music-djs-and-vinyl Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:57:48 +0200 From vinyl-fuelled cocktail lounges in Athens and London to a luxury listening suite in Lake Como, European hotels are turning sound into the main attraction, blending analogue music, DJ culture and design-led hospitality into immersive stays. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/book-a-chefs-table-in-business-class-united-upgrades-dining-on-select-long-haul-flights http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/book-a-chefs-table-in-business-class-united-upgrades-dining-on-select-long-haul-flights Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:49 +0200 Ever wondered what happens when a streaming hit and an airline unite? US carrier United is collaborating with Netflix’s Chef’s Table to bring 30 new chef-curated dishes to its Polaris international business class. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/spain-italy-and-france-from-the-sea-inside-one-of-the-worlds-most-popular-cruises http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/16/spain-italy-and-france-from-the-sea-inside-one-of-the-worlds-most-popular-cruises Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:29:49 +0200 The western Mediterranean is one of the world’s most popular cruise routes, drawing thousands who visit three top European destinations in a single trip without ever packing or unpacking. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/the-worlds-most-beautiful-airports-2026-list-has-been-revealed-and-only-one-is-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/the-worlds-most-beautiful-airports-2026-list-has-been-revealed-and-only-one-is-in-europe Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:01:23 +0200 Prix Versailles has unveiled its list of the seven most beautiful airports in the world for 2026. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/want-to-book-a-life-changing-holiday-then-travel-to-these-destinations http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/want-to-book-a-life-changing-holiday-then-travel-to-these-destinations Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:00:46 +0200 Searching for more than a beach break? These are the places that travellers say transformed their lives when they returned home. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/greece-spain-and-italy-drive-surge-in-summer-2026-travel-demand http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/greece-spain-and-italy-drive-surge-in-summer-2026-travel-demand Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:20:03 +0200 New data shows that Southern Europe is the fastest-growing tourism region this summer, as travellers look towards destinations that feel ‘closer, more familiar and more accessible’, amid geopolitical uncertainty and aviation disruption. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/visit-the-cats-of-rome-on-this-new-running-tour-around-the-eternal-city http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/visit-the-cats-of-rome-on-this-new-running-tour-around-the-eternal-city Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:27:27 +0200 You’ll visit sights like the Colosseum and Pyramid of Cestius, passing by feline colonies along the way. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/from-the-caspian-to-the-balkans-what-air-serbias-baku-belgrade-route-is-really-like http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/from-the-caspian-to-the-balkans-what-air-serbias-baku-belgrade-route-is-really-like Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:10:58 +0200 Air Serbia’s new Baku to Belgrade route is offering travellers a smoother connection between the Caucasus, the Balkans and wider Europe. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/how-the-attenborough-effect-is-driving-a-surging-interest-in-rwandas-gorilla-tourism http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/how-the-attenborough-effect-is-driving-a-surging-interest-in-rwandas-gorilla-tourism Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:00:07 +0200 In Rwanda, access is capped, permits are limited, and growth is deliberately restricted to protect the species. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/fortaleza-and-recife-europes-closest-brazil-why-they-attract-more-travellers http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/fortaleza-and-recife-europes-closest-brazil-why-they-attract-more-travellers Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:56:41 +0200 Less than eight hours from Madrid, these two cities in northeast Brazil offer endless beaches, dunes, carnival, food and some of the country's most fascinating landscapes and stories. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/belgium-france-and-switzerland-to-trial-new-brussels-strasbourg-basel-rail-link http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/belgium-france-and-switzerland-to-trial-new-brussels-strasbourg-basel-rail-link Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:34:21 +0200 Rail operators will test a new TGV INOUI service linking Brussels, Strasbourg and Basel from July 2027, improving cross-border rail connections and offering new alternatives to air travel. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/fly-around-the-globe-with-google-earths-new-flight-simulator http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/fly-around-the-globe-with-google-earths-new-flight-simulator Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:45:59 +0200 The new tool allows you to explore the world from above. However, it’s harder than it looks… http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/what-makes-the-perfect-family-holiday-olympic-champ-greg-rutherford-says-let-the-kids-help http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/what-makes-the-perfect-family-holiday-olympic-champ-greg-rutherford-says-let-the-kids-help Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:14:35 +0200 The now-retired British long jump star speaks to Euronews Travel about how handing over the planning reins to children could be the secret to a smoother family getaway. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/sardinia-beach-shade-banned-for-adults-allowed-only-for-children-and-over-65s http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/sardinia-beach-shade-banned-for-adults-allowed-only-for-children-and-over-65s Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:32:27 +0200 After the fire that devastated Punta Molentis beach in 2025, local authorities have introduced very strict rules this year. Citizens, however, have criticised the measures, which also impose limited access. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/why-travellers-are-swapping-europes-capitals-for-these-lesser-known-second-cities http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/14/why-travellers-are-swapping-europes-capitals-for-these-lesser-known-second-cities Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:00:39 +0200 Forget crowded capitals and overdone itineraries – Europe’s lesser-known cities are quietly emerging as the continent’s more rewarding escapes. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/13/the-best-hotels-in-london-revealed-from-mayfair-mega-luxury-to-historic-five-star-icons http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/13/the-best-hotels-in-london-revealed-from-mayfair-mega-luxury-to-historic-five-star-icons Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:00:15 +0200 From the all-suite glamour of The Chancery Rosewood to the timeless elegance of The Ritz, a new ranking of the UK’s top hotels by The Telegraph highlights the capital’s finest places to stay. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/new-france-ireland-ferry-revives-boulognes-international-links http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/new-france-ireland-ferry-revives-boulognes-international-links Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:54:58 +0200 A new overnight service linking Cork and Boulogne-sur-Mer has begun operations, restoring international passenger ferries to the northern French port for the first time in 15 years and offering travellers another route that avoids the UK. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/from-florence-to-crete-11-european-hotels-among-the-worlds-best-new-stays http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/from-florence-to-crete-11-european-hotels-among-the-worlds-best-new-stays Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:14:21 +0200 From restored palaces in Rome and Bucharest to countryside retreats in Devon and Crete, travel magazine Afar has unveiled its annual ranking of the world's best new and revamped hotels - with 11 standout properties in Europe making the cut. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/brussels-joins-growing-list-of-european-cities-banning-shared-e-scooters-over-safety-conce http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/brussels-joins-growing-list-of-european-cities-banning-shared-e-scooters-over-safety-conce Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:36:59 +0200 The Belgian capital will remove rental e-scooters from its streets from January 2027, citing rising accident rates, pavement clutter and their increasing use by organised crime groups. Shared bikes and e-bikes will remain available instead. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/regulators-investigate-ryanair-over-controversial-family-seating-fees http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/regulators-investigate-ryanair-over-controversial-family-seating-fees Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:08:15 +0200 Europe’s largest low-cost airline is under investigation over its policy requiring families with young children to pay for seat reservations. UK regulators will examine whether the fees are unfair and whether they breach rules designed to prevent hidden charges. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/the-city-of-international-solidarity-and-kitsch-48-hours-in-skopje-north-macedonia http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/the-city-of-international-solidarity-and-kitsch-48-hours-in-skopje-north-macedonia Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:04 +0200 Ahead of Skopje’s stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2028, I headed to the city to learn more about its fascinating history. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/fortaleza-and-recife-brazil-looks-to-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/12/fortaleza-and-recife-brazil-looks-to-europe Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:52:20 +0200 With direct flights from several European capitals, the two major north-eastern Brazilian cities offer beaches, nature, culture and history in a region increasingly open to international tourism. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/these-underrated-natural-wonders-are-the-worlds-best-kept-secrets http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/these-underrated-natural-wonders-are-the-worlds-best-kept-secrets Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:14:54 +0200 From Alaska’s glaciers to a remote Scottish island famed for its puffins and dramatic sea cave, new research based on 54,000 reviews reveals the hidden natural wonders travellers say deserve far more attention – and the famous sites that fail to live up to the hype. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/four-seasons-reveals-second-ultra-luxury-yacht-with-sprawling-suites-and-one-to-one-servic http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/four-seasons-reveals-second-ultra-luxury-yacht-with-sprawling-suites-and-one-to-one-servic Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:36:14 +0200 Fresh from the launch of its first vessel, Four Seasons has revealed plans for Four Seasons II, a new ultra-luxury yacht set to debut in 2028. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/from-food-and-drink-to-seats-and-wifi-these-are-the-best-airlines-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/from-food-and-drink-to-seats-and-wifi-these-are-the-best-airlines-in-europe Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:28:49 +0200 The 2026 APEX Best Awards, which are based on passenger ratings, are out now. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/free-world-cup-tickets-airbnb-is-giving-away-seats-for-some-host-city-match-day-bookings http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/free-world-cup-tickets-airbnb-is-giving-away-seats-for-some-host-city-match-day-bookings Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:46:15 +0200 With the largest football event kicking off today, fans in the US, Mexico and Canada will be able to secure their seats without spending a dime by booking stays in one of the 16 host cities. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/fancy-owning-your-own-town-australias-smallest-settlement-is-on-the-market-for-243000 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/11/fancy-owning-your-own-town-australias-smallest-settlement-is-on-the-market-for-243000 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:20:34 +0200 With just two residents, a four-bed roadhouse and an unofficial mayor’s job description that includes running the post office and pouring pints, the outback town of Cooladdi is searching for new owners willing to embrace an unconventional way of life.