holidays

Travel News

Blue Monday: How a travel agency’s PR stunt continues to sell holidays

Each time Blue Monday comes around, travel agencies seize the opportunity to market escapist holiday deals to beach destinations or cruises to sunnier climes.

19/01/2026

Destinations

Europe’s most-recommended travel destinations for 2026

While every list is different, we’ve rounded up the places that have been mentioned again and again.

17/01/2026

France

French Riviera — no more sunshine for foreign pensioners?

“Boys, boys, boys. Sun shines down, so come to town. Set your body free” was how the summer 1987 hit song goes. If you remember this tune, boys and girls, we have news for you.

02/12/2025

Destinations

Visit these little-known European Christmas markets this year

Euronews Travel rounds up some relatively lesser-known European Christmas markets which are adding a touch of magic to the holidays.

16/11/2025

Destinations

Christmas comes early for travellers at Munich Airport

The Christmas and Winter Market brings food, drinks and festivities to the Munich Airport, starting this week.

13/11/2025

Travel News

Jamaica tourism rebuilds as December high season approaches

Airports are up and running while cruise ports eye a return to normal in mid-December.

06/11/2025

Poland

Polish army to mark 1920 military victory with large Warsaw parade

Some NATO troops will also attend Friday's commemoration of the defeat of the Red Army at the Battle of Warsaw.

14/08/2025

Destinations

Why Italians are swapping their beloved beach holidays for mountains

Italians are snubbing the beaches in droves this year, with as much as a 25 per cent drop in visitors along some coastlines.

14/08/2025

Moments

Is personalised pricing making your holiday more expensive?

Experts say travel providers are using consumers’ personal data to tailor prices to individual customers.

13/08/2025

Moments

How to prepare for a holiday in Europe’s wildfire-prone destinations

Summer blazes are common in Europe, where experts warn that climate change is exacerbating the situation.

12/08/2025

Travel News

New report reveals which European beaches tourists regret visiting

UK’s Bournemouth Beach is Europe's most complained about stretch of sand, according to a report based on TripAdvisor reviews.

07/08/2025

wellbeing

How do mineral and chemical sunscreens affect our health?

Mineral and chemical sunscreens work differently, but both are considered safe when used correctly.

03/08/2025

Europe in Motion

As tourism season peaks, are hotels ready to welcome visitors?

While 63% of European accommodations expect growth, vacancies for high-skilled roles are difficult to fill. High salary expectations and a lack of work-life balance are among the reasons for this.

31/07/2025

Travel News

Airlines demand answers after UK air traffic control outage

An air traffic control outage sent UK airports into chaos on Wednesday, with warnings that disruption could continue for days.

31/07/2025

EuroVerify

Debunking claims that sunscreen is harmful and causes cancer

Summer is officially here. While many Europeans have been swapping their computers and desk chairs for beachside sun loungers, the longstanding online debate about sunscreen persists.

28/07/2025

Travel News

Popular Romanian Black Sea resort sees sharp decline in tourists

The decline is likely a result of the government’s decision to cut the value of holiday vouchers which were used by tourists to pay for hotel accommodation, food, drink, activities and entertainment.

22/07/2025