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Looking to book a budget summer holiday? Experts share their top tips

Despite rising travel costs and ongoing economic uncertainty, Europeans’ appetites for a summer getaway hasn’t curbed in the least. With these tips, the long awaited holiday season can stretch euros further when abroad – even if that means being closer to home.

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Europe’s cheapest and most expensive city breaks for 2026

New research has found which European cities offer the best value for travellers once they’re there – and which could leave visitors paying far more.

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Anime fans boost tourism across Asia with pilgrimages to attractions

An anime-inspired ‘set-jetting’ travel trend is surging in Asia, with Trip.com reporting a 195% year-on-year rise in searches for anime and comic-related tourism experiences.

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Everything to see and do in İstanbul after dark

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İstanbul is a city that never stops. When the sun goes down, the streets light up with open-air clubs, raucous taverns and immersive Bosphorus cruises.

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Grief travel is booming as mourners turn to healing retreats

From Greek spa retreats to psychedelic healing breaks in Jamaica, a growing number of travellers are booking grief-focused getaways to process loss, trauma and heartbreak away from everyday life.

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Short-haul trips on the rise for summer holidays – here’s where to go

Trending destinations this summer include rural Sweden, Vlorë in Albania and Normandy in France.

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The world’s best destinations for ‘dusking’ trips

'Dusking', the trend encouraging people to slow down and watch the sunset, is taking off, and a new ranking has revealed the world’s best destinations to experience it, from Santorini and Bali to the Amalfi Coast and the Maldives.

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‘Playcations’ emerge as the 'defining' summer travel trend in the US

Short-haul playcations are shaping US summer travel, as adults flock to unexpected destinations built around active hobbies and hands-on experiences.

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Cruise booking demand stays strong despite onboard illness outbreaks

Industry experts say the incidents are unlikely to dent demand – and cruise lines are still forecasting record passenger numbers worldwide this year.

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Portugal launches app for hidden river beaches

The free River Beaches app maps more than 130 inland swimming spots across Portugal, as travellers increasingly swap crowded coastal resorts for quieter freshwater escapes in mountains and forests.

Destinations

The world’s best places for cold-water dips revealed

Travellers are ditching heated pools for icy lakes and wild swims, as a new global ranking reveals the world’s most invigorating cold-water destinations.

Destinations

Tennis travel: Europe’s top resorts for a grand slam holiday

Europe is a dream for tennis fans, with five-star resorts boasting world-class facilities where players of all levels can get on court to train, practice and compete.

Destinations

Why brutalist architecture is the next big travel trend

The controversial style is best explored on a walking tour in Skopje in North Macedonia, but there are plenty of other cities where you can embrace the trend.

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These are the best cities for culture in Europe for 2026

London nabbed the top spot thanks to a slate of new openings including V&A East Storehouse.

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From dances to destinations: TikTok Go lets users book travel in-app

Launched initially for the US market, the new feature will allow TikTok users to discover and book hotels, attractions and tours directly within the platform.

Destinations

The best solo adventure destinations to visit in Europe

From whale watching in the Azores to kayaking Norway’s fjords, here’s all the solo trips you should be booking.

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These are all the 2026 travel trends to know about

From seeking out silence to letting your roots dictate your destinations, here are the trends that will dominate the headlines in the coming months.

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Stuck in the city over summer? Here’s how to have an urban calmcation

The 'calmcation' travel trend puts a focus on spending time in nature, taking a digital detox and participating in wellness practices.

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Inside the private members’ clubs changing the luxury hotel scene

Beyond offering pool and gym access, private members’ clubs are turning these properties into community hubs through event programming and networking opportunities.

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Holiday reading: The best travel books to inspire your next trip

From classic memoirs to modern fiction, these travel books capture the spirit of adventure and are perfect to pack for your next holiday.