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This Maldives hotel will have an entire island dedicated to wellness

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Residences

A private island in the Venice Lagoon is on sale for €5.5m

Ever dreamed of owning your own slice of Venice? This €5.5 million private island comes with lagoon views, boat moorings and has easy access to neighbouring islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello.

Japan

Russia test-fires missiles on disputed islands as Japan blasts drills

The Pacific Fleet conducted a Bastion missile test just days after Putin's visit to the islands prompted Tokyo to summon Russia's ambassador to Japan and drew a US statement of support for Japanese sovereignty.

Destinations

Revealed: Europe’s quietest islands for a true escape

As searches for “quiet destinations” soar, a new ranking has revealed the European islands where travellers can still escape the crowds – with a tiny Greek island coming out on top.

Travel News

Ithaca expects tourism surge after the release of The Odyssey

Next tourist season, the small island in the Ionian is expected to feature on the travel lists of thousands of tourists arriving from abroad.

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Climate

Meet the kayaking islanders determined to protect the sinking Maldives

From protesting against a mangrove-damaging reclamation project to organising beach clean ups, Maldivian youth are defending their home and identity.

Destinations

Porto Santo: Escape to one of Europe’s most underrated islands

Just a short ferry ride from Madeira, Porto Santo has long lived in its bigger neighbour’s shadow. But, with nine kilometres of golden sand, otherworldly dunes and a laidback pace of life, this tiny Portuguese island might just be Europe’s next big holiday hotspot.

Residences

Stunning new hotels set to open on islands across Europe

From Estonia and Malta to Greece and Italy, a host of new island hotels are opening across Europe.

Destinations

Ranked: The best European islands for a stress-free road trip

Whether you're chasing dramatic scenery, searching for solitude or looking for a calming adventure, here are the top recommendations.

Travel News

How Greece’s ‘door visa’ gives Turks easier entry to EU islands

Launched in 2024, the visa-on-arrival scheme covers 12 Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. Nearly 1.5 million Turks visited Greece in 2025, up from 1.2 million the previous year.

Ecotech

Inside the ‘magic’ tech that harvests water from dry air

Europe’s tourist islands are facing severe water stress. Is tech that harvests water from dry air a solution?

Destinations

Revealed: The European islands set to be 2026's hottest escapes

New research has revealed the world’s up-and-coming islands seeing the biggest rise in popularity, with three European gems featuring in the ranking.

Moments

Aqua adventures: Europe’s best islands for water sports

A new study has ranked the best islands in Europe for water sports based on search interest for activities such as surfing, diving, kayaking, sailing, snorkelling, windsurfing and kitesurfing.

Destinations

Skip the crowds: Under-the-radar European islands to visit now

Swap overcrowded hotspots for quieter shores with these lesser-known islands, where you'll find dramatic scenery, authentic local life and fewer tourists than their famous neighbours.

Travel News

Andros Routes: Paths leading to the island's natural heritage

The trails are systematically maintained and cleared, thanks to the ongoing efforts of the Andros Routes volunteer team.

Travel News

Europe’s best islands, ranked by weather, food and greenery

In a new study of Europe’s best island escapes for 2026, Spain and Croatia dominate the overall top 10 ranking.

Travel News

This Balkan country is now home to Europe's first Banyan Tree resort

Europe’s first Banyan Tree resort has opened on a secluded islet on the Bay of Kotor, revamping a centuries-old fortress into a luxury Adriatic escape.