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Gothic getaways, un-adulting and trip snacking: Travel trends to know

Travellers will be going full Kate Bush, indulging their inner child and taking shorter breaks in between their bigger holidays next year and beyond.

14 October 2026

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Lufthansa Group boosts Japan network with up to 50 flights per week

Due to a ‘strong increase in demand’, the group’s airlines will offer up to 50 weekly flights to four Japanese airports next summer.

13 October 2026

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What you need to know about the ‘pilgra-merch’ travel trend

Tourists are showing off how well-travelled they are through destination-specific grocery tote bags or branded hotel caps.

12 October 2026

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Selfies and inspiration: European travellers’ social habits revealed

Research by Opodo has revealed how social media is impacting the way we travel. From choosing what to post to not being engaged at all, here are the trends identified by the study.

10 October 2026

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Here’s why history-inspired travel will take off in 2027

Skyscanner’s 2027 travel trends report points to growing demand for historic trails, ancient ruins and iconic destinations brought to life on screen, as travellers look to the past for a sense of connection in a fast-paced world.

Destinations

Revealed: The most popular luxury honeymoon destinations for 2027

Greece tops the ranking of the world’s most popular honeymoon destinations for 2027 in Virtuoso’s latest Luxe Report, ahead of Bali and the Maldives.

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The world's best 50 bars have been revealed – and 18 are in Europe

Europe dominates this year’s 50 Best ranking, with 18 bars making the top 50 and Paris overtaking London as the continent’s best-represented city. Hong Kong’s Bar Leone retains the global crown, while Milan’s Moebius Milano and Athens’ Line also break into the top five.

Destinations

Interlaken vs Innsbruck: Europe’s winter adventure hotspots compared

These Alpine adventure destinations offers snow-covered slopes, unique hotels and local delicacies. But between Interlaken and Innsbruck, where should you choose to travel this winter?

Moments

Simpler itineraries, longer stays: How travellers embrace doing less

From slower, less-planned breaks to AI scepticism and the rise of nearby escapes, travellers are expected to prioritise deeper and more meaningful experiences in 2027.

Moments

The top experiences that will shape ultra-luxury travel in 2027

Planning next year’s ultra-luxury escape? All-inclusives, celebrations and privacy are among the experiences driving high-end traveller habits.

Travel News

How luxury travel has evolved and ‘doesn’t look one way’

The fusion of food and hospitality is a major driving force in the world of luxury travel. We spoke to Michelin Guide's Marie-France Perrel about how the sector is changing.

Destinations

‘Set-jetting’ trips: Holiday like the Gilmore Girls in Stars Hollow

From the fictional Connecticut town of Gilmore Girls' Stars Hollow to destinations closer to home in Europe, the set-jetting trend continues to turn film and TV locations into travel experiences.

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Rise of ‘micro-travel’ and other 2027 trends you need to know about

Next year, travellers will be taking more frequent, but shorter, trips, booking onto 'growth getaways' and prioritising spending time in nature for wellness purposes.

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Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit: The key takeaways

Figures from across the travel industry joined Euronews in Brussels on 29 September. Here’s the most important things to know.

29 September 2026

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Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO: Baku-Brussels flights on horizon in 2027

Azerbaijan is boosting connectivity with four-weekly flights between Baku and Brussels. But beyond the capital, Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO Florian Sengstschmid told Euronews that visitors should discover the country’s hidden villages.

29 September 2026

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ETC chief: 'Climate change is the biggest threat to tourism right now'

While Europe remains the world’s tourism playground, Eduardo Santander of the European Travel Commission told Euronews that the continent needs to coordinate better to tackle climate challenges and congestion.

29 September 2026

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US Global Entry for Belgians could come by the end of 2026

Bill White, Ambassador of the United States to Belgium, told Euronews that Belgian travellers could soon breeze through major US airports as Global Entry plans move forward.

29 September 2026

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Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026 – watch again

The Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026 in Brussels brought together political leaders, policymakers and industry experts to debate the biggest issues shaping the future of travel.

29 September 2026

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Travel in 2027: Euronews Travel’s top trends and predictions

From holidays within a holiday to undertourism and longevity retreats, the Euronews Travel team picks out some of the trends and destinations for travel in 2027.

29 September 2026

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Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit: Speakers, topics and how to watch

The Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit on 29 September brings together policymakers and industry experts to debate the biggest issues shaping the future of travel.

28 September 2026