Italy’s La Dolce Vita train adds a New Year’s Eve trip with Brunello tastings and a party onboard
The three-day experience comes with a price tag to match its exclusivity, starting at €11,280 per passenger. Read More
Strikes threaten to paralyse travel across Portugal. Here’s what to expect
About half of the country’s workforce is expected to take part in the walkout. Read More
Lisbon airport queues spark security warnings as police unions cite pressure to speed up checks
Portuguese police unions have warned that government pressure to reduce airport queues is forcing the use of simplified border checks that bypass security databases. Read More
Thailand ends its afternoon alcohol ban: Here’s what travellers need to know
The afternoon alcohol sales ban dated to 1972, when it was passed to prevent civil servants from drinking during the workday. Read More
I spent a nearly silent weekend in a forest cabin in Sweden. Here’s what I learned
Visit Skåne launched its Stay Quiet campaign as a response to noise pollution. Read More
French Senate votes in favour of new €15 per passenger tax for cruise ships
Following other European countries such as Greece and Norway, France is the latest to clamp down on cruise ships with a new tax proposal. Read More
Eurostar on track to link Germany and UK. But, when will direct trains launch?
Direct train services linking Germany and the UK were unveiled earlier this year, but what progress has been made since? Read More
Milan bans self-check-in key boxes for short term rentals starting in 2026
From 2026, Milan is cracking down on short-term rentals with a ban on key boxes on public land. Read More
IndiGo flight chaos: Major Indian airports hit as country’s largest airline cancels services
India’s largest airline faces operational turmoil after new aviation safety rules limit crew working hours. Read More
Meet the luxury night bus company redefining overland travel across Europe
The 21 seats have been modelled on those found in business class on planes. Read More