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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

EuroVerify

Fact check: Which European country has the most public holidays?

A proposal by France's prime minister to get rid of two public holidays has prompted a discussion as to where in Europe workers get the most additional days off.

21/07/2025

Economy

42 million EU workers can’t afford holiday: Which countries are worst?

15% of working people in the EU — around 42 million individuals — cannot afford a one-week holiday away from home. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the issue of holiday poverty.

19/07/2025

Lifestyle

Bal des Pompiers: Is this France’s hottest Bastille Day party?

Videos from France’s Fireman’s Balls have become a viral sensation but, as an almost 100 year old tradition, is it really worth the hype?

14/07/2025

Destinations

Follow Pope Leo to this lakeside retreat just 45 minutes from Rome

Escape the heat in Rome in this lakeside town where popes have holidayed for centuries.

08/07/2025

North Korea

Which tourists is North Korea hoping to attract with new resort?

Plans for North Korea's mega resort remain unclear, as the country is unlikely to fully reopen its borders and embrace Western tourists anytime soon. Instead, it could turn to Russian and Chinese tourists.

02/07/2025

Destinations

Europe’s best city breaks for budget travellers this summer

The report found that prices have fallen in half the cities surveyed.

20/05/2025

Destinations

When is the best time to book a flight to save money this summer?

Choosing the right dates to travel over summer can also save you hundreds.

14/05/2025

Destinations

I explored Europe’s ‘booziest’ city without touching a drop of beer

Despite its reputation for rowdy pub crawls and unruly Stag dos, this European city has so much more to offer

26/04/2025

Europe News

Divided by holidays: How Easter breaks across the EU

If you’re planning your spring getaway - or just nursing holiday envy - remember: when it comes to Easter in Europe, no two calendars are quite the same.

18/04/2025

Culture news

The perfect Easter playlist: Hidden stories behind ‘Jesus’ songs

Once you're chocolated out this Easter, how about kicking back with some tunes featuring the word ‘Jesus’ in their titles? Especially because these lyrics often hide meanings that may surprise you...

17/04/2025

Destinations

European destinations where your money will go the furthest

80 per cent of British holidaymakers said deals and prices in travel adverts were their main inspiration.

13/03/2025

Experiences

How to avoid paying a ‘singles tax’ when travelling solo

Solo travellers can find themselves paying over €2,000 more for their holiday package, but more travel agents are now catering for single adventurers.

12/03/2025

Travel News

How you can win a €1 holiday in this sunny seaside town in Italy

Siculiana is offering a handful of lucky travellers an all-expenses paid escape - all they have to fork out for is Sicily’s €1 tourist tax.

12/03/2025

Travel News

New travel tool helps you map the perfect European train journey

The EU’s high-speed railway network has nearly doubled in a decade, but international journeys remain a challenge.

05/03/2025