The hottest new hotels in Madrid you need to know about in 2026
Whether you’re looking to shop until you drop or are headed to the F1 in September, here’s where you should be resting your head in Madrid this year. Read More
Thinking about starting a life abroad? These are the best countries for expats in 2026
In Europe, Spain, Portugal and Luxembourg made it into the top ten – but Panama took the top spot for the third year in a row. Read More
Star bathing, goat yoga and beer spas: Quirky wellness trends worth travelling for
Forget spa weekends and standard yoga retreats. From being buried in volcanic sand and bathing in beer to cacao ceremonies and yoga with goats, these are the unusual wellness experiences…
Eurostar is launching a new direct route from London to Antwerp this December
The new route will allow travellers to skip the transfer in Brussels – but you won’t be able to take a direct return on the way back. Read More
Revealed: Italy’s most popular beaches for 2026 – and Sardinia dominates
Italy is home to thousands of kilometres of coastline, but Sardinia is stealing the show this summer. New research has revealed the country’s most popular beaches for 2026, with two-thirds…
Revealed: The best ‘trip-maxxing’ routes for a four-city European break
‘Trip-maxxing’ is the travel trend du jour, and new research has revealed the best multi-city routes across Europe, combining short journey times, affordable accommodation, vibrant nightlife and world-class attractions to…
Edinburgh’s tourist tax has now launched. Here’s how much you have to pay
Edinburgh is the first Scottish city to introduce such a scheme, and hopes to raise up to £50 million (€58 million) a year. Read More
German rail network to ban alcohol from 5,400 train stations by October, with some exemptions
Germany’s national railway operator Deutsche Bahn will introduce a ban on alcohol at all 5,400 stations by 15 October. There will be exemptions, however, including for station bars and restaurants.…
2026 most powerful passports in the world ranking sees 29 European countries in the top 10
Despite an impressive showing from Europe, Singapore claimed the top spot in the Henley Passport Index for a second year. Read More
9 in 10 Europeans would consider moving abroad – here’s where they would go
After polling 2,000 adults across France, Germany, Italy and the UK, Spain emerged as the top choice for would-be expats considering starting a new life in a different country. Read…