ETIAS will become compulsory for Travel to EU by 2027
Foreign travellers who are permitted visa-free entry to the EU will not be required to obtain a travel authorisation – ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) – until…
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Cost concerns weigh in key markets for international travel plans to Europe in 2025: LHTB
Long-haul travel sentiment globally and to Europe has weakened for 2025, as reported in the latest Long-Haul Travel Barometer (LHTB) 1/2025, published by the European Travel Commission (ETC)…
Top 20 UNESCO Natural Wonders in Europe
Europe is home to the world’s largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 231 of which are listed as natural wonders.
a&o Heidelberg: Europe’s largest hostel group expands in Germany
After opening new hostels in Brighton (August 2024), Antwerp (October 2024), and Brussels (December 2024), a&o Hostels, Europe’s largest hostel chain, is expanding further with the…
TAP is the Safest Airline in Europe
TAP has reclaimed its place as Europe's safest airline in the top 25 of the world's safest carriers, drawn up by Airline Ratings.
Europe’s top five snowy hidden gems
A recent survey from Europe ferry operator DFDS found that 63% of British holidaymakers have experienced overcrowding at popular winter hotspots. A third now prefer to visit lesser-known…
Last minute offers on TTC Tour Brands Christmas Getaways
For clients looking for a last-minute festive getaway, holidaymakers are able to save up to 15% on select tours from TTC Tour Brands.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024 frenzy
Abu Dhabi is solidifying its status as a premier cultural and social hub in the Middle East, a reputation exemplified by the upcoming 2024 Formula 1 Grand Prix from December 6-8 at Yas…
Business Travel Industry reflects on a resilient 2024
New GBTA research highlights strong global optimism, increased budgets and shifting travel patterns across regions as companies navigate the future.
InterGlobe’s Miiro expands its footprint in Europe
InterGlobe’s new lifestyle hotel brand in Europe, Miiro, continues its expansion with the addition of The Mansard, Gstaad, to its growing portfolio.
Europe’s Travel Sector shows strong performance in Q3
The European tourism sector demonstrates a robust performance, surpassing pre-pandemic figures and showcasing resilience despite economic headwinds and geopolitical challenges.
Wizz Air reveals Europe’s least crowded Christmas Markets
Europe is home to popular Christmas market destinations like Berlin, Vienna, and Prague, but it also boasts many quieter, underrated markets that offer unique, local experiences without the…
World Nomads experience surge in European travel policies
New data from global travel insurer World Nomads reveals a marked shift towards more accessible destinations.
Discover Geneva, Europe’s ultimate hidden gem for solo travellers
Named as one of the best places to visit in 2024 by European Best Destinations and the New York Times, Geneva offers a range of activities to keep solo travellers entertained.
Wizz Air reveal the most and least overcrowded beaches in Europe
Europe is full of popular beach destinations like Ibiza, Tenerife, and the Algarve, but it also has numerous hidden gems that offer unique experiences without the overwhelming tourist…
The European cities most overloaded with tourists
Holidu, the holiday rental portal, discovered the cities with the highest number of tourists per inhabitant. Using data from Euromonitor International, a market research provider, this study…
Top European wedding destinations for Americans
QR Code Generator investigated which European destinations were most popular for weddings across America.
LOT Polish Airlines to fly to Lisbon from 3rd February 2025
Lisbon, capital of Portugal and a vibrant city full of history on the Atlantic coast, will soon become the latest addition to the worldwide route network of LOT Polish Airlines.
London tops Europe’s food market capitals
Radical Storage analysed more than 300,000 Google reviews and almost 1,100 establishments to determine which markets have the nicest food and offer the best value for money.
Discover the best hidden gems in Europe with Emirates
Emirates is offering a mid-year reboot for all travellers this July, with special fares from Singapore to Dubai and Europe.
Uber makes waves across Europe with the launch of new boat services in six tourist hotspots
As millions of people around the world pack their bags for Europe, Uber has unveiled its summer travel products designed to help tourists go anywhere by boat in some of the most popular…
PLAY airlines celebrates 3rd Anniversary with up to 33% off on flights between North America and Europe
PLAY airlines is celebrating its 3rd anniversary with discounts of up to 33% on flights between North America and Europe
UK Travel Firm launches the UK’s First Wetherspoons holidays!
Famed for its cheap pints and unpretentious atmosphere, Spoons is the perfect place to savour a curry club special or sip on a reasonably priced ale, but also understand and appreciate the…
Pegasus launches direct route from Istanbul to Bratislava
Pegasus, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, has launched a new route between Istanbul, and the Slovakian capital, Bratislava.
TOP 5 BREATHTAKING VIEWPOINTS IN KRAKOW
Krakow, a city adorned with architectural wonders, unveils a wealth of breathtaking viewpoints. From historic towers to unconventional vantage points, exploring Krakow's skyline…
Ryanair and ‘On the Beach’ partnership takes off
Following the announcement of their “Approved OTA” (online travel agent) partnership Feb last, Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, announced that its low fare flights are now available to book…
Kempinski Hotels to make its Vietnam debut with a luxury hideaway on the banks of Saigon River
For the first time in its history, Kempinski Hotels, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel company, is venturing into Vietnam with an exquisite waterfront hideaway nestled in the folds of the Saigon…
SKY express strengthens its fleet by 17% and flies to Greece and Europe with brand new aircraft
With an average age of 1.6 years for ATR 72-600 type aircraft and 3.1 years for Airbusneo, SKY express retains the privilege of being the youngest fleet in Greece
NCL launches 2024 European Season
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 57-year history of breaking boundaries, launched its 2024 Europe travel season on 19 April 2024 with the arrival of…
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe presents L’Observatoire, a new carriage designed by artist JR
The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe remakes history by bringing L’Observatoire – a private and exclusive sleeper carriage designed by leading artist JR – to…
Best fishing destinations around Europe
Travellers looking for new fishing spots this year have been given tips on the best locations from across Europe. The travel experts at StressFreeCarRental.com have revealed the top spots…
2024’s Top 20 Sustainable Destinations in Europe
DiscoverCars.com have created a top 20 ranking of the most sustainable cities in Europe, based on the following criteria: closest airport, kg of CO2 produced in a round-trip from London…
Cheval Collection joins Global Hotel Alliance
Cheval Collection has signed an agreement with Global Hotel Alliance to be the first serviced apartment operator in Europe to join their loyalty programme, GHA DISCOVERY.
Top ten Europe’s best beer cities
From Prague’s Pilsner to Brussels’ UNESCO-worthy beer culture, there’s nothing like tasting local, traditional beer when travelling somewhere new.
Discover Airlines stations five aircraft at Munich Airport
Discover Airlines, a recent addition to the Lufthansa Group, is launching an extensive range of flights from Munich Airport to numerous vacation destinations in time for the summer 2024…
Travelex wins Munich Airport tender
Travelex, a market leading foreign exchange brand, has won the tender to operate foreign exchange and tax refund services for the Terminal 1 non-Schengen Terminal at Munich Airport.
Introducing The Luxury Chalet Company
The Luxury Chalet Company is a portfolio of some of the most super luxe ski properties available to rent across Europe, offering a money can buy experience to those who have the cash to…
APT unveils plans for two new ultra-luxury river ships in Europe for 2025
Entering its latest phase of investment, product innovation and fleet elevation, the luxury river cruise operator, APT has announced the forthcoming launch of two new vessels, the APT Solara…
Europe’s Best Internet Speeds for Digital Nomads
A study by BusinessComparison has revealed which countries around Europe will experience the fastest and slowest web page loading, on both desktop and mobile devices.
Bob W expands in the Nordics with two more properties in Finland
Tech-led serviced apartment brand Bob W has announced two more properties in Finland, as it continues to strengthen its foothold in Europe.
Top ten greenest countries in Europe
A new study by solar experts Hemsol reveals that Norway is the greenest country in Europe. The study used data from the European Environment Agency, the Odyssee-Mure Project and the Energy…
Wizz Air reaches new record with 60.3 million passengers in 2023
Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, today reveals they transported 60.3 million people in 2023.
Finnair puts European Capital of Culture 2024 – Tartu – on the map
Finnair is continuing its European expansion next summer, with the relaunch of direct flights between Helsinki and Tartu, Estonia.
Top ten best and worst locations to work remotely in Europe
With more people embracing remote working abroad, Brother UK, the office electronics supplier, has determined the best, worst, happiest and cheapest locations in Europe to work remotely.
Kickstart 2024 with a European wellness getaway to Geneva
Start 2024 on the right foot with a wellness escape to Europe’s leading city break destination, Geneva.
10 easiest European countries to gain citizenship
New research has revealed the hardest and easiest countries to gain citizenship, with the United Kingdom being the eighth easiest in Europe and third in Western Europe, behind the…
Ruby opens first hotel in Stuttgart
Ruby Hanna Hotel & Bar is the 17th hotel in Europe of the Munich-based group led by founder and CEO Michael Struck.
Top ten European cities with the highest number of castles
Visiting any of these 10 cities in the springtime is a guarantee for a holiday full of picturesque walks and outdoor sightseeing.
Top 10 capital cities in Europe for weekend getaways
London, Prague and Sofia are the top European capitals for weekend getaways this year, a new report has found. Britain’s capital also has the best-rated nightlife.
The top 10 cities in Europe for foodies
Women-only tour company Solo Female Travelers Tours analysed data from TripAdvisor, including the number of restaurants offering local cuisine, Michelin-star establishments, and vegetarian…
Europe is the top spot for “Tours”
A new survey of 1,000 Allianz Travel Insurance customers who included a tour in their 2023 travel itinerary has found that Europe is the most popular destination for travellers booking…
Top ten Europe’s best Christmas light displays to see this festive season
Christmas light displays make the festive season feel all the more magical as cities and towns across the globe light up with Christmas spirit.
Air Canada makes Europe easier to explore by offering customers convenient new Air-to-Rail connections
Air Canada announced new air-to-rail booking options for customers to connect at European airports with four major passenger rail systems, making it convenient to explore the continent.
Farnborough Airport named FBO of the Year for the third year in a row at the Air Charter Excellence Awards 2023
Farnborough Airport, Europe’s airport for premium air travel connectivity and the home of British aviation, announces that it has won the prestigious title of FBO of the Year at the Air…
Europalco back at IBTM World 2023, boosting Portugal as a Top MICE Destination
Europalco, the largest provider of solutions for events and shows in Southern Europe, will participate at IBTM World at Fira Barcelona Gran Via from 28-30 November 2023, at stand D80.
Top 10 Attractions that are “worth the wait” in Europe
New research by Accor has highlighted the crème de la crème of European destinations, based on a unique ‘Worth the wait’ score.
Data Appeal and Mabrian join forces to lead the Travel Intelligence market in Europe
The Italian company, a part of the Almawave Group, has signed a contractual agreement for the procurement of the 70% of the Spanish company Mabrian Technologies
Top ten best capitals in Europe to host a stag or hen party
London, Prague and Sofia are the top European capitals for stag and hen dos, a new report has found. Britain’s capital also has the best-rated nightlife.
Top 10 Christmas Markets in Europe
A new study for 2023, conducted by Christmas Tree World, has renewed its 2022 Christmas market rankings to create a brand newultimate European Christmas market guide for 2023.
Top six European small towns for the winter bucketlist
Travel experts Fred. Olsen deep-dived into thousands of TripAdvisor ratings to discover the best small towns across Europe to put on your winter bucket list.
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces a string of new voco hotels properties as it grows the brand across Europe
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels across 19 brands, announces a slate of voco™ hotels properties across its European markets as…
Carnival Cruise Line opens new sailings for Europe
Carnival Cruise Line announced new deployment plans today, including that Carnival Miracle will offer cruises in Europe in the summer of 2025 and that more cruises are opening for 2025-26…
2023 Has Been Another Year for ‘Revenge Travel’
With the pandemic far back in the rearview mirror, 2023 is proving to be another year of "revenge travel," while advance bookings continue to surge. Industry surveys show that travelers are…
SkiYodl expands further into Europe with seven new locations in Switzerland
Travel tech startup SkiYodl is gearing up to serve Britain’s thriving ski market for a second season with exciting news of further expansion into Europe, with seven new Swiss ski locations…
Eurowings focuses on northern lights as a tourist magnet
Eurowings, Germany's largest airline is offering a varied portfolio in the winter of 2023/24 for everyone who still has a few vacation days left.
Top ten cheapest European cities for food lovers
Sail Croatia experts' latest study compared the average costs of eating out in different restaurant categories in 10 most searched travel destinations in Europe by assessing data from 2023…
Swan Hellenic welcomes Anna Wolfsteiner to New European Role
Alfredo Spadon completes his pivotal contribution to relaunching the pioneering brand, passing the reins to Patrizia Iantorno in the expanded strategic role of Chief Commercial Officer
Top 10 most idyllic wild swimming spots in Europe
Adventurous tourists in search of idyllic destinations to travel to this summer have been told the top ten best wild swimming spots in Europe.
Norwegian Viva debuts in Europe, welcoming its first guests aboard for a nine-day voyage to the Mediterranean.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) welcomed the very first guests to sail aboard the all-new Norwegian Viva, NCL's highly anticipated new ship and second of the Prima Class, as it embarked on its…
Top ten cities for the best ice cream in Europe
Holidu, the holiday rental booking portal, together with Spain-Holiday, reveals the top European cities to enjoy the best-rated and most varied choice of ice cream this summer.
SITA delivers 400 new TS6 kiosks to Air France-KLM Group
SITA is upgrading Air France-KLM Group’s existing fleet of 400 self-service kiosks in Paris’ Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam’s Schiphol airports and other hub airports in Europe, delivering new…
Top 15 European destinations for most competitive Airbnb stays
Moneyzine unveil the European cities where Airbnb accommodations offer superior value compared to hotels for summer vacations.
Shopaholics must visit Outletcity, Metzingen while travelling in Germany
Outletcity Metzingen is one of the leading shopping destinations in Europe with luxury and premium brands.
Top ten most stressful European airports to fly from
A new study has ranked Europes' 10 biggest airports by how stressful they are for passengers to fly from, with Charles de Gaulle in Paris coming out on top.
Study reveals the most cinematic cities in Europe
The places we see on screen can spark wanderlust and inspire our travel choices. And Europe is a hotspot for film and TV production.
Maximum age for Australia’s Working Holiday Visa increases by five years
From 1 July, more than 16 million British adults will be able to live and work in Australia as the age range for the country’s popular Working Holiday Visa increases to 18-35 years…
Switzerland unveils Europe’s highest cable car crossing (3480m), ‘Matterhorn Alpine Crossing’
Switzerland has just opened its much-anticipated ‘Matterhorn Alpine Crossing’ – the Alps highest three string cable car and the highest border crossing in Europe – connecting Switzerland and…
Europe’s most punctual airlines in May 2023
As we approach the peak summer season for airlines in Europe, Cirium have revealed Europe’s most punctual airlines in May 2023, alongside the region’s current cancellation trends.
Finnair serves up 35 years of flights to China
Finnair is celebrating 35 years of flying to China and connecting Asia with Europe. This major milestone for the Nordic carrier comes as it also celebrates its centenary as one of the…
Stunning NEW Villa launches at Marpunta Resort, Alonnisos
A pristine island cloaked in pine forests and sweet-scented wild herbs, Alonnisos is encircled by Europe’s largest marine reserve, with endangered Mediterranean monk seals, turtles and…
Cirium’s Global On-Time Performance Report: April 2023
Cirium have revealed Europe’s most punctual airlines in April 2023, alongside the region’s current cancellation trends.
Come rain or sunshine, the best time to visit Europe
Brits seeking sunshine on their European holidays this summer have been told the best and worst countries to visit based on weather patterns.
Dusit Suites Athens opens in Greece with 36 keys
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s hotel and property development companies, has continued its global expansion with the opening of Dusit Suites Athens –…
Tech and AI will challenge travel status quo
AI, robots and connected apps will improve the efficiency of the travel industry whilst also improving the customer experience, innovation leaders told attendees at the MarketHub Europe by…
Samoa hits the road across Europe to exhibit in four Trade Shows
The Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) European office showcased the best of what “Beautiful Samoa” has to offer to the European markets by meeting 63,000 consumers, 73 travel trade partners and…
MarketHub Europe to welcome 400 tourism leaders
Europe’s leading names in travel and tourism will gather in Amsterdam this week for the MarketHub Europe. Organised by Hotelbeds, the event combines a conference and trade show at the nhow…
Flight levels in each European nation bounce back post pandemic
Flight analysis from Cirium, the aviation analytics firm, reviews the recovery of flights from each European country and shows how each nation has bounced back from the pandemic.
SITA and Lufthansa automate bag reflight operations
SITA and Lufthansa have joined forces to explore ways to reduce mishandled baggage costs and improve the passenger experience by digitally automating baggage re-flight operations.
Top ten most congested cities in Europe for cars
The most congested cities in Europe have been revealed with some drivers spending almost half an hour to travel just 10 kilometres. Car rental experts at StressFreeCarRental.com have…
WebBeds promotes Lola Diaz to SVP Sales for Europe
WebBeds has bolstered its European leadership team by promoting Lola Diaz to SVP Sales, Europe, emphasising the importance of Europe as the largest source market region of its global…
Portugal ends Golden Visa Program
Portugal has become the second country in Europe to put to an end its Golden Visa Program this week, after earlier on 14 February, Ireland also announced it would close its Immigrant…
Top ten safest places to travel in Europe
A new study has revealed that Switzerland is the safest place in Europe. The study by Gamblino.com analysed 9 metrics that contribute towards how safe an area may be such as homicides,…
Distinct patterns in international travel intentions
GMO Research conducted an overseas travel survey in the last quarter of 2022 to understand the differences in travel patterns between Europe, North America, and the APAC region.
Lisbon, the most romantic capital city in Europe
New research has revealed which capital cities in Europe are the most romantic as the run-up to Valentine's Day approaches by analysing Trip Advisor for the number of romantic restaurants…
eDreams ODIGEO drives innovation with Tech Hub network expansion
eDreams ODIGEO (hereinafter, “The Company” or “eDO”), Europe’s largest online travel company, the largest in terms of flights globally outside of China and one of the largest European…
Málaga announced as Global Headquarters for the Future of Tourism Coalition
Málaga will become the seat of the first ever Future of Tourism Coalition (FoTC) global headquarters and will act as the FoTC’s European hub, following a multi-year agreement announced…
Work, live and travel in Europe with remote working visas
The Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has recently announced that 200 applicants have been granted a Digital Nomad Visa to live and work in the country, since the launch of the visa…
Eurowings flies at pre-Covid levels again with 140 destinations
January is traditionally the strongest booking month for summer vacations in Germany and, as of now, customers can also include the complete Eurowings flight schedule from the end of March…
Cirium: Iberia most on-time airline in Europe in 2022
Iberia has been named as the European leader for airline on-time performance for 2022 by Cirium, the global aviation analytics leader.
Top five countries for Thrill Seekers in Europe
Experts at LiveRugbyTickets.co.uk examined winter hiking trails across Europe. The factors considered were the number of trails, trails per 10,000km2 for snowshoeing, skiing and hot springs.
IRIS announces hospitality partnership with FreedomPay
IRIS has announced a strategic partnership with FreedomPay, the global leader in Next Level Commerce technology that is powering the leading hospitality brands across the globe.
Spain to launch digital nomad visa in January 2023
Spain is planning to launch its Digital Nomad visa for international remote workers in January 2023 as part of the new Startup Act, which is also expected to pass in January next year
TAP flies half a million customers between Brazil and Europe over Summer 2022
Customers travelling on TAP Air Portugal flights between Brazil and Europe reached more than half a million in the three months leading up to October 2022.
City of Dreams Mediterranean to Open in Q2 2023
City of Dreams Mediterranean, scheduled to open in Q2 2023, will be the first integrated resort in Europe, bringing a first-of-its-kind development to Cyprus.
River cruises market to grow to USD 1.71 bn by 2032
The river cruises market is expected to reach USD 1.71 Billion in 2032, likely to surge at a vigorous 2% CAGR during the forecast period of 2022 – 2032.
Travel demand continues to grow: Trip.com
An analysis by global travel service provider Trip.com, of October bookings for popular winter sun destinations, shows travel in many parts of the world is becoming consistently busy, and…
Europe’s most festive cities for a magical Christmas
Cities around the world transform into festive wonderlands during the Christmas season, and the cities in Europe are among some of the most impressive
Tourism in Europe to recover 75% of 2019 Travel Volumes in 2022
The European Travel Commission (ETC) has revealed that Europe is expected to recover almost 75 per cent of 2019 travel volumes by the end of this year
Ukrainian refugees select EU destination on viable job breaks
As many as half of the refugees from Ukraine that are now settled in one of the European Union Member States say that the main reason why they chose to seek asylum in that particular country…
Wizz Air celebrates arrival of 170th airbus aircraft
Wizz Air celebrated the arrival of its 170th Airbus aircraft, which will support operations at Catania International Airport.
Luxury travel is rebounding at an incredible rate
"Luxury travel is rebounding at an incredible rate, and we're ready to serve the demand," says Martin Froggatt, executive vice president of destination management – he adds, "A&K's…
The Travel Foundation partners with 4VI
The Travel Foundation and 4VI (formerly Tourism Vancouver Island) have agreed to a deep, multi-year partnership founded on a shared mission: to demonstrate new approaches in the global…
Hotel bookings boom
Trip.com has revealed encouraging data showing hotel bookings boom across Europe and parts of Asia, as countries continue to relax pandemic travel restrictions which have dampened demand.
Zip zap vroom to your next European adventure
Thanks to the EU, the ultimate European road trip adventure is far more easy to execute. But move over the casual and look for alternative and fun itineraries that match you interests to…
Hertz reveals 100 alternative attractions with interactive maps
To celebrate a hundred year of hiring cars, Hertz Europe has compiled a tourist guide with interactive maps revealing 100 alternative attractions in Europe.
Holidays Barometer: A detailed forecast of the world’s travel plans
Europ Assistance, a company that provides healthcare assistance and mobility services, has released the 18th edition of the Holidays Barometer, shedding perspective on the holiday plans of…
Start-up carves its own niche in the alternative accommodations scene
We recently touched base with Valéry Linÿer, CEO and founder of MagicStay, to show us how a rental platform dedicated to business travellers holds its own.
Virgin Hotels breaks new ground with its first property in the UK
Virgin Hotels breaks new ground as it arrives in Europe with its first property in Edinburgh set to open in 2020.
MagicStay accelerates growth securing EUR 1.5 million investment
B2B alternative accommodations rental platform for business tourism recently earned EUR 1.5 million (US$1.86 million) in its latest fundraiser.
Expedia expands through ANIXE partnership
The deal makes EAN's API, with more than 350,000 hotels worldwide, accessible to Polish travel tech solutions provider ANIXE and its partners.
