US transport chief urges passengers to ‘dress with respect’. Critics say clothes aren’t the problem
Transport Secretary Sean Duffy’s video campaign romanticises an era that never truly existed, critics say. Read More
Is Vienna dull? Austria invites entire Scottish village to find out
Vienna is so eager to bust its ‘dull’ reputation, it has invited 100 Scots to experience the city’s highlights. Read More
Patagonia trekking deaths raise urgent questions over safety at Torres del Paine National Park
An absence of park rangers, and issues with weather forecasting, led a group of tourists to embark on the tricky O Circuit trek despite worsening weather conditions. Read More
‘America-first’ pricing: Higher fees for foreigners at US national parks stoke tourism concerns
The US Interior Department says new charges will fund park upkeep, but businesses fear international travellers will be put off visiting. Read More
Volcanic disruptions are one of the greatest threats to air travel. Could new forecasts change that?
Advances in volcanic ash forecasting could transform the aviation industry, avoiding the mass cancellation of flights. Read More
Venezuela withdraws operating permits for six airlines after ultimatum over suspended flights
The Maduro government has revoked the operating permits of Iberia, TAP, Avianca, Latam Colombia, Turkish Airlines and Gol after a 48-hour ultimatum expired. The airlines had suspended their routes following…
Italy faces travel disruption as unions call for a nationwide strikes in November and December
Four transport walkouts, including national strikes on 28 November and 12 December, may affect holiday travel. Read More
Tourist tax to be introduced across England. Here’s what it means for travellers
A new proposal would allow tourist taxes on overnight stays in the UK, bringing English cities in line with others across Europe. Read More
Dark skies and empty itineraries: Why Sweden wants travellers to embrace ‘boredom’
Whether it’s long walks or nights spent stargazing, Sweden wants travellers to embrace blissful nothingness. Read More
Ski helmets are now mandatory in Italy: Why the law changed and how it affects visitors
Ski helmet laws widely exist for children in many other nations in Europe. Read More