Europe wants seamless international train travel. Deutsche Bahn says it’s getting there
The EU is expected to propose legislation this year to make passenger rights to rebooking and reimbursement mandatory. Read More
Türkiye to fine passengers who stand up before the seatbelt sign is switched off on planes
The practice not only disrupts other passengers, but also poses a safety risk. Read More
Espresso Riviera: This night train will whisk passengers from Rome to the French coast this summer
The blissfully named Espresso Riviera is returning to the rails after a successful summer season last year. Read More
No more samba on the strand? Rio de Janeiro aims to curb unauthorised vendors and noise on beaches
Set to come into force at the beginning of June, the new rules restrict live music, food and drink sales, chair rentals and even the name of kiosks. Read More
Travel insurance expert warns these common holiday activities often aren’t covered by standard plans
Snorkelling, camping and hiking are among the popular pursuits travellers typically don’t think twice about taking part in when on a trip. Read More
I rode through Taiwan’s cedar forests on this scenic 113-year-old mountain railway
The railway was originally built to transport cargo but this recently restored heritage route has since swapped timber for tourists. Read More
Walk this epic pilgrimage route around Rome to visit its seven most magnificent churches
For a particularly meaningful way to visit Rome’s major churches – and to sidestep the crowds – try following in the footsteps of a 16th-century saint. Read More
Throwing a party in an Airbnb this summer? Here’s how the platform plans to stop you
Spain recently removed 65,000 Airbnb listings amid mounting backlash against the platform. Read More
Can tourism be reimagined? New Saudi-led platform wants to future-proof global travel
Tourism is expected to contribute nearly €11 trillion – about 10 per cent of GDP – to the global economy this year. Read More
European budget airlines’ hand luggage fees ‘violate EU laws’, say consumer organisations
The consumer groups argue that the fees for hand luggage contravene a ruling from more than a decade ago by the European Court of Justice. Read More