Spain’s record 794 Blue Flags: The beaches and marinas travellers should visit in 2026
When choosing a beach in Spain, the Blue Flag label is a guarantee of a good day by the sea, with clean waters, accessibility and safe swimming. Read More
Florence’s iconic Villa San Michele hotel reopens with revamped spa, rooms and gardens
After an 18-month renovation, Belmond’s Villa San Michele has reopened in the hills above Florence with refreshed rooms, a new Guerlain spa and upgraded gardens, offering a quieter, more considered…
Aman’s Sveti Stefan resort in Montenegro 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. Read More
Travelling to Bosnia and Herzegovina? Here’s what visitors need to know
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s centuries-old heritage and a growing, creative hospitality scene are helping to establish the Balkan nation as one of Europe’s emerging travel destinations. Read More
Raves, cruises and historic train rides: Where to watch the 2026 eclipse this August
On 12 August, those in the path of totality will be plunged into darkness for up to two minutes. Read More
‘Broadening access to contemporary art’: The best art-inspired stays in Europe
With design-led rooms, on-site exhibitions and distinctive interiors, arty hotels offer unending guest experiences. Read More
Airlines cut 13,000 flights and two million seats in May due to jet fuel crisis
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…
World Cup hotel boom may ‘fall short of expectations’, US industry association warns
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. Read More
This airline will pay pilots up to $100,000 a year to move, not fly, aircraft
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…
Singapore Airlines to roll out Starlink internet connection on select aircraft from 2027
High-speed WiFi will be offered to all passengers for free, provided they are a member of the airline’s frequent flyer programme. Read More