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Travellers are making more sustainable choices to ‘enhance’ journeys

Sustainability is playing a larger role in how and where we travel, with a new study revealing that exploring the outdoors, scenic rail journeys and visiting lesser-known destinations can enhance experiences abroad.

28 October 2026

Moments

Halloween fans seek the ‘real’ thing on paranormal tours

From former psychiatric hospitals to funeral homes, US attractions offer ghost hunts and overnight stays for Halloween fans seeking an otherworldly encounter.

27 October 2026

Travel News

Europe to remain the ‘powerhouse’ of global travel for the next decade

What will shape Europe’s tourism industry over the next 10 years? A new study predicts the continent’s appeal will continue to grow, with domestic and international demand set to rise across the board.

27 October 2026

Destinations

Graveyard tourism: Why Europe’s cemeteries are on the must-visit list

From Jim Morrison’s grave in Paris to the overgrown Gothic tombs of London, these historic burial grounds offer an alternative to Halloween’s usual tourist attractions.

25 October 2026

Moments

Take on Europe’s ‘slowest marathon’ in Vilnius this Christmas

Lithuania’s capital city Vilnius will host a slower kind of 'race-cation' this festive season where participants can forget about watching their pace and instead enjoy a leisurely walk among festive settings.

22 October 2026

Travel News

20 restaurants in Europe included on the 50 Best extended list

Ahead of next month’s 50 Best Restaurants announcement in Lima, Peru, an extended list has been unveiled for 2026 with 20 European eateries included.

21 October 2026

Travel News

You can now book an entirely child-free holiday – including the flight

JetBlue Vacations has teamed up with Virgin Voyages for a four-night trip on board Brilliant Lady which includes a dedicated adults-only flight from New York.

21 October 2026

Residences

A chilled stay: Europe’s coolest ice hotels to visit this winter

If you’re planning a winter escape, why not embrace the cold and check into an ice, snow or igloo hotel? From seasonal ‘properties’ in Swedish and Finnish Lapland to a year-round icy stay in Norway, here are five places in Europe for a cool getaway.

21 October 2026

Travel News

Travellers use AI to check room rates, not for planning itineraries

Just 44% of travellers feel comfortable letting artificial intelligence plan out their holidays.

19 October 2026

Travel News

Why 2027 is set to be the year for birdwatching holidays

We’re now heading into the ‘birdwatching era’ with a new generation picking up the binoculars and travelling for birding holidays.

19 October 2026

Destinations

Tee off in Europe’s most underrated golf holiday destinations

If you’re looking to book a European golfing holiday away from the traditional hotspots, then pack your clubs and head to underrated destinations like Varna on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, Gimsøya in Norway or Costa Navarino in Greece.

18 October 2026

Moments

From trip designers to privacy: What's trending in luxury travel?

Next year, the luxury travel sector is set to be less about grand displays of opulence, and more about being intentional. From slower itineraries to privacy and dining experiences, here’s what the discerning traveller should know.

17 October 2026

Moments

‘Plot twist trips’: Why going off-script is the ultimate travel flex

In its 2027 predictions report, Booking.com says travellers look set to break out of their comfort zones by taking a trip to do something that’s completely out of character.

15 October 2026

Travel News

Holidays still a ‘priority’, but cost-conscious travel is on the rise

Travellers are planning on booking cheaper accommodation and eating out less while away, rather than giving up holidays completely.

14 October 2026

Travel News

The best European holiday destinations for longevity lifestyles

Put down the red light masks in favour of walking more, socialising over a glass of wine and eating plant-based food at these longevity hot spots on the continent.

14 October 2026

Travel News

Two European spots named among Expedia’s 2027 destinations of the year

Just 10 cities and regions made the cut, with South Lake Tahoe in California topping the list ahead of Hyogo in Japan and Punta del Este in Uruguay.

14 October 2026