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‘Race-cation’ boom: 24-hour city break searches rise by 500%

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Tourist arrivals soar in Moldova, Greece and Ireland in 2026

In the first half of 2026, Europe as a whole saw a 3% increase in tourists – but arrivals were down in Western Europe, partially due to heatwaves.

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Residents a ‘core’ focus of Spain’s 2030 sustainable tourism strategy

With 100 million international visitors expected this year, and ongoing concerns about overtourism, Spain is putting people and sustainability at the centre of its countrywide policy.

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Uzbekistan tourism grows as visitors stay longer and spend more

International arrivals to Uzbekistan rose 21.1% in the first eight months of 2026, while service exports climbed 53.5%. New rail links, visa-free access and expanding accommodation are reshaping the country’s travel market.

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Leaf-peeping by rail: Europe’s best autumn train journeys

Watch nature’s transformation from the comfort of your own seat with these highly-rated rail journeys that are perfect for autumn.

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European leisure travel to Saudi Arabia forecast to grow 130% by 2030

According to new research, Europe was also the fastest-growing long-haul region for Saudi leisure travellers between 2019 and 2025.

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‘Love letter to Nashville’: Dolly Parton’s hotel and museum to open

Opening at the end of September in the heart of Nashville, Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum will celebrate the country music icon’s life and career.

Destinations

Albania, Hong Kong and Egypt: Trending destinations to watch in 2027

New data predicts which destinations are tipped to take off in 2027, with major sporting events and a spectacular solar eclipse also set to shape where travellers choose to go next year.

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'Not Hot List': 10 lesser-known destinations to put on your radar

Intrepid Travel’s annual ‘Not Hot List’ highlights under-the-radar spots where your tourism spending could really make a difference.

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A guide to celebrating the grape harvest in Portugal's Douro region

The scent of crushed grapes fills the Douro in September. At harvest time, local producers invite tourists to roll up their sleeves and join an immersive journey from vine to glass.

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Privacy screens and sculpted headrests: What's new in premium economy?

Premium economy is getting an upgrade as airlines make flying more private, comfortable and luxurious – just without the hefty business class price tag.

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Croatia on wheels: The great Adriatic motorhome route

On a 25-day road trip we travel along a coastline of striking contrasts, from Roman cities and Venetian towns to pebble beaches, islands and roads overlooking some of Europe's most spectacular scenery.

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Paris flight searches surge ahead of Céline Dion's comeback concerts

Céline Dion is driving tourism to the French capital, with flight searches up 11% and bookings also on the rise as fans from the US, Brazil, Canada and beyond plan trips for the star’s long-awaited return to the stage.

Destinations

Exploring Taüll, Vall de Boí and Val d’Aran in the Spanish Pyrenees

From mountain walks and Romanesque churches to glacial lakes and medieval villages, discover a slower side of Spain on a journey through the spectacular Pyrenees.

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‘A Dubai invite’: Registrations close after 90,000 applications

More than 30,000 packages have already been distributed under the scheme, which offers discounts and perks for residents who invite friends and family from overseas to visit.

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The World’s 50 Best: 16 hotels in Europe feature on extended list

Ahead of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 unveiling on 15 September, an extended ranking sees 16 properties in Europe included in the 50-100 list.

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Astrotourism: Two Saudi resorts receive DarkSky certification

Looking for a stargazing escape? Desert Rock Resort and Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia have earned DarkSky’s Approved Lodgings & Resorts certification.