Travel News Canary Islands plan new protests amid soaring visitor numbers On Tenerife, authorities have also announced that a new eco-tax will be introduced next year to protect a popular national park. 07/05/2025
Travel News What my trip to Barcelona taught me about treading lightly Groups across Europe are calling for a day of anti-tourism protests in June, foreshadowing another summer of unrest. 05/05/2025
Travel News AI, luxury travel and innovation top the agenda at ATM 2025 The annual tourism trade show returns to Dubai after a record-setting 2024 event, which saw 46,000 people attend. 28/04/2025
Travel News Travellers are waking up to tourism’s impact on local life Since 2016, the number of travellers who say they want to make more responsible choices has doubled. 24/04/2025
Travel News Egypt’s €45 million plan to improve visitor experience at Pyramids Egypt is taking steps to clean up the Pyramids of Giza - but the revamp has got off to a rocky start. 24/04/2025
Moments How wolf-tracking tourism could give rewilding projects a helping hand Organisers say these wildlife experiences benefit wolf conservation by teaching about peaceful coexistence and habitat preservation. 22/04/2025
Destinations This sustainable Galapagos Islands cruise is a wildlife lover’s dream Expedition yacht La Pinta brings the iconic wildlife, natural wonders and ecological warnings of the Galapagos into view. 19/04/2025
Travel News Venice daytripper fee relaunches this week. Here's how to pay Venice daytrippers face steep fines if they don’t pay the fee designed to combat overtourism. 15/04/2025
Travel News When will travellers have to pay Norway’s tourist tax? Norway is experiencing a surge in arrivals as holidaymakers seek cooler climes. 11/04/2025
Travel News Cinque Terre hikers face footwear checks and one-way paths this spring The Cinque Terre park authorities brought in a ban on open or smooth-soled footwear like flip-flops in 2019. 11/04/2025
Europe News Europe must adapt to stay competitive in tourism, sector leader says Travel and tourism are expected to continue growing in Europe, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council, which is calling for simplification of the bloc’s legislation to boost competitiveness. 09/04/2025
Travel News Barcelona plans Sagrada Familia selfie space to ease tourist chaos Until recently, Plaça Gaudí had been exploited by tourists for a TikTok trend that caused considerable disruption. 09/04/2025
Moments Spain’s anti-tourism sentiment is brewing again as peak season nears Residents say new government measures are not enough to combat the negative effects of mass tourism. 08/04/2025
Travel News New rail companies challenge Eurostar: Could ticket prices drop? Breaking Eurostar’s monopoly was never going to be easy, but a handful of courageous rail companies are keen to make it happen. 02/04/2025
Destinations These are Türkiye's best lakes In partnership with GoTürkiye Some of the most remarkable lakes in the world lie across Türkiye's beautiful and diverse landscapes, offering natural beauty, cultural heritage, and outdoor adventure. 01/04/2025
Travel News Visitors to London may soon pay extra as tourism tax gains traction British officials estimate that a 5 per cent tourist tax could generate €285 million annually for London. 21/03/2025
Travel News Mount Fuji hikers will have to pay €24 for all trails this summer Japan’s Yamanashi prefecture has brought in the toll to protect the UNESCO-designated environment. 17/03/2025
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
Nature Green corridors help elephants and rhinos regain a foothold in Kenya As wild animal populations increase, conservationists are calling for more routes to give them safe passage from conflict and wildfires. 03/03/2025
The Big Question ‘The future is not supersonic, but hypersonic,’ says Booking.com CEO Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel talks about the growing desire to travel, even as over tourism and sustainability concerns create challenges for travel companies. 03/03/2025