sea travel

Europe in Motion

Clear waters: The cleanest and least safe bathing spots in Europe

The Mediterranean tops the latest ranking, which features some notable surprises from the Black Sea and the Alps.

30/07/2025

Experiences

Expert tips on how to cruise around Europe responsibly

Travellers looking to cruise responsibly don’t have to avoid destinations with restrictions or taxes.

03/07/2025

Travel News

Direct ferry linking Scotland to France sets sights on 2025 launch

‘Project Brave’ aims to launch a passenger and freight ferry service between Scotland and France, but when?

27/02/2025

Travel News

Can the cruise industry become more sustainable?

Many cruise lines have pledged to have net zero emissions by 2050.

03/11/2024

Albania

Turkish ship carrying hazardous waste blocked by Albanian authorities

A Turkish-flagged ship with 102 containers of suspected hazardous waste was blocked from docking in Albania by authorities following a watchdog's warning.

28/10/2024

Experiences

‘Dream’ round-the-world cruise leaves passengers stranded in Belfast

Despite being scheduled to leave at the end of May, the vessel is still stationary in Belfast port - along with hundreds of stranded passengers.

30/09/2024

Travel News

Three-year cruise stuck in Belfast finally due to set sail

When it gets going, the Odyssey is scheduled to visit 425 ports in 147 countries on seven continents.

02/09/2024

Experiences

What is the Ferragosto bank holiday and how do Italians celebrate it?

15 August is traditionally celebrated with pasta bake on the beach.

13/08/2024

People

Why this couple is joining an endless cruise around the world

They say living on a ship is ‘no more expensive than living on land’.

28/05/2024

Travel News

Durban pins tourism hopes on growing cruise market

Durban espère que sa nouvelle infrastructure portuaire attirera davantage de touristes dans la ville sud-africaine.

06/04/2023

Eco-Innovation

World’s first ‘zero particle’ ferry launches in Marseille

The ferry boasts an innovative filter that reduces particle pollution by 99.9 per cent.

07/09/2022

United Kingdom

Outcry as P&O Ferries boss admits breaking law in sacking nearly 800

Corporate behaviour and government responsibility are under scrutiny after Peter Hebblethwaite told a parliamentary committee the ferry company failed to consult unions.

24/03/2022

Travel News

Is it safe to go on a cruise right now?

With travel restrictions easing around the world, cruise liners are trying to tempt tourists back. But is it safe?

27/02/2022

Experiences

This icebreaker ship takes you deep into the frozen Baltic sea

These icebreaker ships are the only way to explore the frozen Baltic sea in this part of Sweden.

31/01/2022

Destinations

Why Venezuela should be on your travel bucket list

Welcome to Venezuela, one of the wildest, most beautiful places on earth. Here's what to do and where to go when you're there.

28/11/2021

Destinations

7 places to visit in the UK instead of Cornwall this summer

Skip the long queues and crowds with these underrated beach and seaside resorts.

18/07/2021

Living

How to reduce the environmental impact of your summer holiday

From accommodation to what to pack, here’s your definitive guide to travelling without hurting the planet.

07/07/2021

Angola

A weekend in Luanda: “Africa’s Manhattan” waits to be discovered

In partnership with Governo de Angola

Rica en cultura, ya en tiempos remotos, y más tarde con gran influencia portuguesa en el siglo XVI, Angola tiene mucho que celebrar en torno a su patrimonio, su gastronomía y sus tradiciones.

27/05/2021

Travel News

New brand of cruises are combining luxury with authentic travel

A new brand of cruises is starting to blend luxury with more authentic travel experiences.

15/12/2020