Is coach travel underrated? Here are five journeys in Europe to take
Once seen as an old-fashioned way to travel, coach holidays are enjoying a revival. From luxury tours to DIY city-hopping, here are five European routes worth taking. Read More
Frecciarossa starting tests for new Rome and Milan high-speed rail links to Munich
Trial runs of Frecciarossa trains in Germany and Austria are paving the way for high-speed links between Rome, Milan and Munich. The first services are planned for summer 2027. Read…
Where is the best bar in Europe? It’s in Budapest according to a new ranking
From Budapest’s famous ruins to centuries-old Belgian boozers and wonderfully eccentric drinking dens, these are the European bars where atmosphere, character and local culture matter more than polish, according to…
Astrotourism: Two resorts in Saudi Arabia are the first to receive DarkSky certification
Looking for a stargazing escape? Desert Rock Resort and Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia have earned DarkSky’s Approved Lodgings & Resorts certification. Read More
The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026: 16 hotels in Europe feature on extended 50-100 list
Ahead of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 unveiling on 15 September, an extended ranking sees 16 properties in Europe included in the 50-100 list. Read More
Tenerife vs Lanzarote: How the two popular Canary Islands compare for a holiday
Both islands offer year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches and volcanic landscapes, but Tenerife and Lanzarote have very different personalities. Here’s what to expect from each, from outdoor adventures to culture, food…
Thailand confirms it will cut visa-free stays to 30 days for EU travellers
Travellers from EU countries will have less time to explore Thailand without a visa from 15 September, as the popular holiday destination halves its current 60-day allowance. Read More
Spain breaks tourism record: 58.1 million visitors by July
Spain welcomed 58.1 million foreign visitors between January and July, 4.6% more than a year ago. Tourist spending rose 7.8% to a record €82.05 billion. Read More
This private island in the Venice Lagoon is on sale for €5.5m – and comes with a Napoleonic-era fort
Ever dreamed of owning your own slice of Venice? This €5.5 million private island comes with lagoon views, boat moorings and has easy access to neighbouring islands of Murano, Burano…
French rail start-up Velvet gets green light to compete with SNCF on high-speed lines
A new French rail company has secured the first approval needed to launch high-speed services from Paris to cities including Bordeaux, Nantes and Angers, potentially bringing more choice and competition…