Travel News How to travel to Spain without taking a plane as flight prices soar Tension in the Strait of Hormuz is making jet fuel more expensive and has put air travel in a bind. Now a new debate has arisen: how you can travel to Spain without a plane. We analyse and note all the options available. 14/05/2026
Travel News Free entry offered at Canada’s national parks this summer Tourists can also get a 25% discount on camping and overnight stays operated by Parks Canada between June and September. 14/05/2026
Travel News Ryanair hits out at Fraport Greece and the ‘German monopoly’ Low-cost airline accuses airport operator Fraport of keeping for itself the tax cut decided by the Greek government and calls on Greece to 'break Fraport's monopoly'. 13/05/2026
Travel News One journey, one ticket: EU plans to simplify cross-border rail travel Passengers will have the right to compensation if they miss a connection, even if the service is operated by a different railway company. 13/05/2026
Travel News 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. 13/05/2026
Residences Revealed: Europe’s most beautiful new hotels Of the 16 global properties selected for the architectural award, seven are on the continent. 12/05/2026
Travel News Will airfares be easier on our wallets this summer? Cheaper flight prices may be tempting travellers back into the skies, but debates over surcharges and route disruptions still leave uncertainty for summer planning. 12/05/2026
Business Lufthansa to take control of ITA Airways in €325mn deal Lufthansa, one of Europe's top airlines, announced Tuesday its intention to expand its current minority stake in Italy's ITA Airways to 90%. 12/05/2026
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. 12/05/2026
Travel News Fancy exploring Europe by boat? Now you can via Uber Uber is setting sail for European waters this summer to offer travellers app-based access to boat rides and coastal getaways across major seaside hotspots. 11/05/2026
Culture news Beatles to open immersive experience at iconic London headquarters The Beatles are returning to one of their most iconic locations with a new seven-floor fan experience set inside their former Savile Row headquarters in central London. 11/05/2026
Travel News 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. 11/05/2026
Travel News National strikes ground all Charleroi Airport flights on Tuesday The strikes are expected to ripple across Belgium’s air and ground travel, as unions step up pressure over pensions, wages and work conditions. 11/05/2026
Travel News Greece unveils framework to curb overtourism and protect special areas The development of tourism on the islands 'must continue without altering their special characteristics', said the Environment Minister, and 'the plan is open to correction', said the Tourism Minister. 11/05/2026
Travel News Europe is home to some of the world's longest pedestrian walkways Some of the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridges are not in Asia, but Germany, Hungary and the Czech Republic. Here's a list of these spectacular, world-breaking structures and where to find them. 10/05/2026
Travel News Ryanair suspends the operation of its base in Thessaloniki in winter The low-cost airline announced that it will limit its operation in Athens and is eliminating 12 routes and discontinuing winter flights from Chania and Heraklion. 08/05/2026
Europe News Airlines cannot add fuel surcharges after ticket sales, EU says As fuel prices soar amid the Middle East crisis, Brussels warns airlines they cannot retroactively hike ticket prices — and says costly kerosene alone is no excuse for dodging passenger compensation. 08/05/2026
Europe News Europe’s airlines face jet fuel shift as safety concerns grow Potential jet fuel shortages due to the war in Iran could force a shift in fuel types, raising operational and safety risks across airlines and airports. 08/05/2026
Travel News Dublin to Belfast rail journeys set for major speed boost A major investment in the Enterprise rail service will bring new trains, faster journey times and more frequent departures between Dublin and Belfast, with the upgraded cross-border route set to launch by 2028. 08/05/2026
Travel News Should airports serve alcohol before morning flights? Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has questioned why people drink at this early hour, but Wetherspoon owner Tim Martin has hit back against a proposed two pint limit at airports. 08/05/2026
Travel News Tourist traffic in Cyprus down 30-40% but with signs of recovery Concerns remain for tourism in Cyprus due to the war in Iran, though there are smiles of optimism from the recovery trend of the last few days with an increase in bookings. 08/05/2026
Europe News Falling tourist numbers: Why Berlin is losing its appeal The German capital has significantly fewer overnight stays than just a few years ago. Visitors complain about rubbish, traffic problems and dwindling cultural offerings. 08/05/2026
Travel News Africa challenges Europe and Asia in global tourism race The war in the Middle East is shaking up the global tourism map. While some destinations are losing ground, Africa is emerging strongly as the new player in the sector. 08/05/2026
Destinations What to see and do in Kraków – Europe’s ‘best leisure destination’ This Polish city offers affordable flights, board and dining, alongside stunning hikes, historical architectural landmarks and Renaissance-era works of art. 07/05/2026
Travel News German tourist wins €900 in ‘sunbed wars’ case A tourist has won compensation after claiming towel-hogging guests made sun loungers impossible to use on a Greek holiday – and the ruling could spell trouble for resorts that fail to tackle the “sunbed wars”. 07/05/2026
Travel News Airport habits exposed: The behaviours travellers hate most From queue-jumping to seat-hogging, a new global survey reveals the airport habits that annoy passengers most, alongside how early we really arrive and which boarding style we fall into. 07/05/2026
Residences Waldorf Astoria opens hotel in Morocco’s tallest building The new property is found within the 55-storey Mohammed VI Tower, which is also the third tallest skyscraper in Africa. 07/05/2026
Business Lufthansa hits record revenue as Iran war fuel costs eat into profits The German airline group posted its highest-ever revenue in 2025 and improved its first-quarter results, but soaring jet fuel costs linked to the Iran war are forcing route cuts and pushing annual profit below initial forecasts. 06/05/2026
Residences Aman’s Sveti Stefan resort to reopen five years after beach access row Local residents will now have free access to two of the three beaches near the luxury resort, while one remains exclusively for hotel guests. 06/05/2026
Moments Raves, cruises and train rides: Where to watch the 2026 eclipse On 12 August, those in the path of totality will be plunged into darkness for up to two minutes. 06/05/2026
Travel News Jet fuel crisis: Airlines cut 13,000 flights and two million seats Airlines across the world have cut thousands of May flights and scaled back capacity as the jet fuel shortage begins to bite, raising the risk of disruption for families travelling over the half term break. 05/05/2026
Travel News World Cup hotel boom may ‘fall short of expectations’ in US A new report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association says anticipated demand ‘has not translated into strong hotel bookings’ and that domestic travellers are ‘outpacing’ international visitors. 05/05/2026
Travel News Pilots wanted for $100k role, but they won’t leave the ground British Airways is recruiting experienced wide-body pilots to taxi aircraft between terminals at Chicago O’Hare, for one of the most unusual aviation jobs out there, offering a decent salary without ever taking off. 05/05/2026
Travel News Singapore Airlines to add Starlink from next year High-speed WiFi will be offered to all passengers for free, provided they are a member of the airline’s frequent flyer programme. 05/05/2026
Travel News Explained: Passenger rights after an airline collapses Some travel insurance policies may cover airline insolvency, and those who have booked with a credit card can initiate a chargeback. 04/05/2026
Travel News UK airlines to consolidate flights on same day to save on jet fuel Carriers will also be able to hand back ‘slots’ at airports without punishment, removing the need to operate controversial ‘ghost flights’. 04/05/2026
Travel News UAE airspace fully reopens as flights set to return to normal The UAE has restored full air operations after months of disruption caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran, marking a major step towards recovery for regional travel and key hubs, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. 04/05/2026
USA Spirit Airlines goes out of business after 34 years The budget airline had hoped for a government bailout to arrive on Friday to prevent it from going out of business. The Trump administration announced on Friday that it had offered the airline its final proposal, but a deal could not be reached. 02/05/2026
Travel News Explained: Rules around package holiday surcharges amid fuel crisis EU rules limit how much prices can increase by, and for what reasons. Here’s what you need to know. 01/05/2026
Travel News Direct Prague to Copenhagen train returns after more than a decade A new direct rail link from Prague to Copenhagen, via Berlin and Hamburg, is bringing back an easy, no-fly way to travel between some of Europe’s most popular cities – just in time for summer travel. 01/05/2026
Travel News World Cup travel demand rises, but not all cities will get the win While the tourism picture points to an increase in activity in the run-up to this summer's tournament, research suggests the broader impact may be far more limited. 01/05/2026
Travel News First direct flight from the US in seven years lands in Venezuela A Miami-Caracas flight reopens the direct route between the US and Venezuela after years of suspension due to political tensions and air restrictions. 01/05/2026
Travel News All the new UNESCO geoparks you can visit in Europe From a volcanic island in the Aegean Sea to Ireland’s only fjord, these geoparks tell the history of the world long before humans entered the picture. 30/04/2026
Travel News Turkey updates rules on power bank usage on flights Airlines and destinations across the world are imposing limits on how many you can carry, and whether or not you can use them in-flight. 30/04/2026