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Climate

Will Scotland’s carbon neutral flight scheme actually work?

Although efforts to reduce the carbon impact on international flights are welcome, there are still questions around the benefit of carbon offsetting schemes.

Travel News

Greece's tourism sector made the best recovery this summer

Nearly 480,000 flights took off in the EU last month, compared to 696,000 in August 2019.

Europe News

Brussels demands bankrupt Alitalia repays €900mln 'illegal state aid'

The EU's anti-trust watchdog has found Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A. (ITA) is not the economic successor of Alitalia.

Mobility

Euronews debates | Will flying ever be green?

As part of European Mobility Week, Euronews hosted a live debate on the future of aviation, with experts helping us to answer this pressing question: 'Will flying ever be green?'

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Travel News

Alitalia closure: How can I refund, rebook or reroute my flight?

Got a flight booked with Alitalia? Got unused MilleMiglia air milies? Here are your refund, rebooking and rerouting options.

United Kingdom

Brexit has hit UK's position as a gateway to Europe, say freight firms

“We, as Thatcher said, were the gateway to Europe [...] there’s now no point. Unless it’s going to terminate in the UK, what’s the point in bringing it here?"

Travel News

Man avoids travel restrictions by dressing up as his wife

The man covered his face and checked in on his wife's ID to board the domestic flight. But his trick was discovered by a flight attendant onboard.

Travel News

European travel demand drives easyJet summer comeback

The budget airline plans to reach 60 per cent of its pre-pandemic capacity this summer, as demand for travel rises.

Green News

Carbon offsetting: What is it and how do you do it?

There is one thing you can do to substantially reduce your carbon footprint the next time you fly.

Travel News

European airlines warn EU Digital COVID Certificate will cause chaos

The airline industry has warned of long queues at airports if EU countries don't have a coordinated approach.

Travel News

Ryanair sees red over UK's traffic light system for travel

Ryanair have said they will take legal action to force the British government to reveal how the traffic light system is determined.

Tech News

Global internet outages: Banks, airlines and other services affected

Brief internet outages hit the websites and apps of dozens of financial institutions, airlines and other companies due in part to an issue with web services provider Akamai.

Experiences

Singapore Airlines' new sonic signature is inspired by flowers

This summer, Singapore Airlines is jetting off passengers to a new tune. Find out more.

Green News

Private jet pollution: Who is the worst in Europe?

CO2 emissions in Europe increased by nearly a third between 2005 and 2019, according to new research.

Partner content

Dubai conference spells start of new chapter for tourism industry

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Leading travel companies, airlines and tourism boards from over 80 countries showcased at the exhibition, with 10,000 people attending the event - a feat that would have been unimaginable 12 months ago.

Austria

Flights cancelled after Russia rejects Belarus rerouting

Air France and Austrian Airlines have both cancelled flights as Moscow digs in its heels to protect its ally in Minsk.

Experiences

From upgrades to drunk passengers: Here are 9 things your flight attendants want you to know

Hayley-Rogue Ashworth lifts the lid on what it's really like to be a flight attendant - giving us the lowdown on what passengers need to know.

Green News

A frequent flyer tax could be the aviation industry’s only solution

The majority of Europe’s flights are taken by a wealthy minority that need to start taking responsibility.

Travel News

The 6 airlines with the highest COVID safety ratings

Feeling anxious about travelling by air again? Airlines are upping their game when it comes to COVID. These are rated the safest options.

My Europe Series

As Europe gives billions to airlines, is rail being left behind?

While the European Commission has given the green light to billions in state aid to Air France, the rail sector says companies such as Eurostar are not seeing the same level of government support.