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'Maldives of the Middle East': Saudi's Red Sea project takes shape

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Moments

The chicest designer beach club pop-ups in Europe this summer

From Burberry and Dior to Jacquemus and Missoni, these are all the branded takeovers you need to know about in 2026.

Health news

Flesh-rotting bacteria: What is Vibrio and should you be worried?

As summer heatwaves push sea temperatures to record highs, a little-known bacterium could be thriving in Europe's coastal waters — but how worried should you be?

Earth News

'Flesh-rotting' bacteria could spread on Europe's beaches as seas warm

Warmer seas are bringing a little-known but potentially dangerous bacterium closer to European beaches, and authorities are paying attention.

Health news

Which European countries have the cleanest swimming water?

European countries score highly in bathing water quality standards, with most bathing waters considered safe for swimmers, according to a new report.

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Travel News

All of Sardinia's beach rules you need to know to avoid fines

Sardinia continues to cap the number of holidaymakers that can visit its famous beaches in summer.

Culture news

Pop-culture myth: 'Friends' lied to you about jellyfish stings

Rising temperatures often mean that there are more jellyfish in our oceans. If you’re heading to the beach soon and you get stung, don’t urinate on yourself (or have one of your friends do it for you), whatever you do. Because the beloved TV show Friends lied to you about jellyfish stings...

Residences

Luxury brand Aman is opening its first hotel in Mexico

Amanvari in Baja Sur California offers a coastal escape with three miles of swimmable shoreline.

Destinations

This beach in Portugal was just named the best in Europe

Monte Clérigo on the Costa Vicentina in Portugal’s south western tip was praised by European Best Destinations for its understated luxury and nature offering.

Destinations

Portugal launches app for hidden river beaches

The free River Beaches app maps more than 130 inland swimming spots across Portugal, as travellers increasingly swap crowded coastal resorts for quieter freshwater escapes in mountains and forests.

Earth News

Blue flag beaches: All the newly awarded sandy stretches in Europe

Mediterranean beaches have swept the Blue Flag awards again this year.

Australia

Australian developer says 'toxic' Trump hotel plan scrapped

The Australian developer's statement followed a report in the Australian Financial Review that the Trump Organisation had pulled out of the deal.

Destinations

Spain’s Blue Flag record: The beaches travellers should visit

When choosing a beach in Spain, the Blue Flag label is a guarantee of a good day by the sea, with clean waters, accessibility and safe swimming.

Destinations

Revealed: The best beaches in Europe in 2026

Sandy stretches in destinations including Greece, Spain, Portugal, Italy, France and Ireland all made the top 50 ranking this year.

Travel News

Greece has increased the number of beaches where sunbeds are banned

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.

Travel News

This Spanish city is Europe’s top trending destination for summer 2026

More travellers are heading to this Costa Blanca city this summer for its warm weather, delicious food and rich culture.

Destinations

Travelling to Albania? Here’s what’s new for visitors to see in 2026

From a range of upscale hotels to relaxed visa rules for some visitors, there’s plenty to look forward to in Albania this year.