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Oak forests to steppe lakes: Central Europe's best summer destinations

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.

Travel News

An Olympic champ's holiday advice: Let the kids help with the planning

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.

Moments

El Niño: What the weather phenomenon means for travellers

The UN’s World Meteorological Organisation now warns there is an 80% chance El Niño develops this summer.

Destinations

The best holiday destinations for your first loved-up trip

The Couples’ Holiday Success index evaluates spots based on factors like affordability, safety and crowd stress.

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Looking to book a budget summer holiday? Experts share their top tips

Despite rising travel costs and ongoing economic uncertainty, Europeans’ appetites for a summer getaway hasn’t curbed in the least. With these tips, the long awaited holiday season can stretch euros further when abroad – even if that means being closer to home.

Moments

The holiday packing hacks travel experts swear by

Heading away this summer? These tips from seasoned packing experts and the team at Euronews Travel will make travelling smoother, lighter and far less stressful.

Destinations

Everything to see and do in İstanbul after dark

In partnership with GoTürkiye

İstanbul is a city that never stops. When the sun goes down, the streets light up with open-air clubs, raucous taverns and immersive Bosphorus cruises.

Europe News

Extreme weather: Pentecost heatwave expected, up to 30C

Compared with the long-term average, the first half of May has been too cool. Meteorologists say this is about to change as Germany’s weather pattern shifts.

Travel News

German tourist wins €900 in ‘sunbed wars’ case

A tourist has won compensation after claiming towel-hogging guests made sun loungers impossible to use on a Greek holiday – and the ruling could spell trouble for resorts that fail to tackle the “sunbed wars”.

Destinations

Why Greece is Europe’s top pick for a slower, more relaxing summer

As travellers turn away from overcrowded hotspots, new research points to Greece as Europe’s top destination for a relaxing summer holiday, where lesser-known islands and mainland escapes offer space, scenery and a much-needed change of pace.

Travel News

Explained: Rules around package holiday surcharges amid fuel crisis

EU rules limit how much prices can increase by, and for what reasons. Here’s what you need to know.

Moments

Ranked: Europe’s once-in-a-lifetime experiences worth travelling for

Tripadvisor releases an annual ranking of tours and experiences that impressed the site’s users.

Travel News

Revealed: Skyscanner’s guide to summer savings in Europe

With the summer holidays just around the corner, you don’t want to miss out on securing savings ahead of one of the busiest seasons in the travel calendar.

Residences

New hotels in Japan: The standout openings to book in 2026

From Kyoto heritage stays to a converted prison in Nara, Japan’s newest hotels reflect a shift towards design, identity and experience-led travel.

Europe in Motion

Planning a hiking trip? These are Europe's most unspoilt parks

Bulgaria, Spain, Slovenia and Austria are at the top of the list.

Moments

Travel smart: This year’s must-have holiday gadgets and accessories

From power banks to travel pillows, these are the essential items you need to pack for smoother trips around Europe this summer.

Residences

Travelling to train: fitness breaks at Europe's top sports resorts

Active holidays are on the rise, with travellers choosing destinations built for training, recovery and movement. Here are some of the most popular sports resorts shaping the trend across Europe.

Europe in Motion

Europe's airport chaos: Where are flights most likely to be delayed?

Although late takeoffs are decreasing, aviation authorities warn that too many travellers are still experiencing delays.

Europe in Motion

Summer holidays: What is Europe's new summer hotspot?

Many tend to think of France, Greece, Italy and Spain when booking their ideal European summer destination. But new figures suggest there's a new country on the scene.

Business

Public holidays: How much does a day off cost in Europe?

Europe takes double-digit public holidays a year on average — but as Denmark showed when it axed one to fund its military, every day off has a price tag.