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Which European countries are becoming the most hostile to travellers?

As tourism surges across Europe, tensions with local communities are mounting over access to housing and rising costs. Which countries are seeing the biggest backlash?

04/06/2026

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The most beautiful restaurants in Europe for 2026

The Prix Versailles architecture and design awards have revealed the World’s Most Beautiful Restaurants for 2026. Five European venues made the prestigious list, celebrating restaurants where striking interiors are every bit as memorable as the food.

04/06/2026

Residences

Could this giant floating city become the world's biggest cruise ship?

The proposed Freedom Ship would be unlike anything currently sailing the seas. Designed as a permanent floating city for up to 80,000 people, the mile-long vessel would feature homes, schools, hotels, parks, a hospital and even a sports stadium as it slowly circles the globe.

04/06/2026

Travel News

Trump sanctions force Meliá to quit 15 hotels in Cuba

Meliá has announced that it is halting operations at 15 Cuban hotels. Iberostar did so on 1 June at 12 hotels, bowing to US sanctions on Gaesa, the military group controlling tourism.

03/06/2026

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World Cup fuels tourism boom in North America with Canada in the lead

This month’s football World Cup puts North America at the heart of global tourism and is set to trigger an economic boom across the region, with Canada leading the way, ahead of Mexico and the United States, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council.

03/06/2026

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‘If you throw trash, you lose cash’: Tokyo tourists face fines

Visitors caught dropping rubbish in Tokyo’s popular Shibuya ward will now be fined on the spot as authorities battle the side effects of Japan’s record tourism boom.

03/06/2026

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UK considers airline blacklist for disruptive passengers

The UK government is exploring proposals for a national airline blacklist that could prevent abusive, violent or persistently disruptive passengers from flying with any carrier. The move comes as airlines report rising levels of bad behaviour during peak holiday periods and push for tougher measures

02/06/2026

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US and UK ease Cyprus travel advice: boost for tourism

The two countries had raised the security level for Cyprus after drone attacks on the British base at Akrotiri, moving it to level three at the time – 'reconsider your travel'

02/06/2026

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Iberia joins Air France and Air Canada in suspending Cuba flights

The Spanish airline is temporarily suspending its direct route to the island due to fuel supply problems. The move adds to recent suspensions by Air France, Turkish Airlines and Air Canada.

02/06/2026

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EES delays: Wizz Air tells Brits to arrive three hours early

Budget airline Wizz Air says passengers should arrive three hours early as new EU border checks trigger long airport queues, with some travellers already missing flights amid fears of summer travel disruption.

01/06/2026

Business

EasyJet shares rally as Castlelake weighs possible takeover offer

The budget airline's stock rose more than 12% after Castlelake said it was considering a possible offer. Prior to the rally, easyJet shares had fallen by around 23% over the past year against a backdrop of higher fuel costs and uncertainty linked to tensions in the Middle East.

01/06/2026

Travel News

Iran conflict threatens Southeast Asia’s summer tourism season

Tourism across Southeast Asia was finally recovering from the pandemic. Now, soaring fuel prices, flight disruptions, and growing economic uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict are threatening to slow demand just as the region enters its crucial summer travel season.

01/06/2026

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One of Europe’s longest train routes is set to launch this month

With seats from Poland to Germany starting at €10, this inter-European train service will offer travellers one of the continent’s longest direct routes.

01/06/2026

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Want to live for free on a dream island in Greece? Here's how

Fancy living rent-free on this dream island in Greece? There’s just one catch: you’ll have to meet a strict condition.

31/05/2026

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‘Hellish’ bus 666 returns as FlixBus launches route to Hel

Three years after the disappearance of the famous 666 bus to the Hel Peninsula, the route will return to Polish roads, this time operated by FlixBus.

30/05/2026

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Where in Europe is tap water guaranteed for customers?

A Supreme Court ruling has found that Italian businesses are not required to provide drinking water from the tap, unlike in much of Europe. Here is an overview of the different national rules.

29/05/2026

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48 more police officers deployed to Lisbon airport from Friday

Lisbon airport has recently seen long queues at border control, with delays increasingly blamed on the new Europe-wide Entry/Exit System.

29/05/2026

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Greece vs Türkiye: Which is more affordable for European tourists?

Türkiye still tops the charts for bargain all-inclusive breaks and low day-to-day costs but, as more Turkish tourists head to Greece in search of better value, Euronews Travel compares where travellers can really get the most for their money in 2026.

28/05/2026

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Europe's best destination for stargazing

The Dark Sky Alqueva reserve has been recognised at the 2026 Tourism Leaders Awards, but investment in astrotourism remains far below its full potential.

28/05/2026

Destinations

Machu Picchu overtourism: Bucket list dream turning into a ‘nightmare’

A global heritage foundation has offered to work with Peruvian authorities to improve conditions at Machu Picchu as tourists face overcrowding, long queues and transport problems.

28/05/2026