Taking the train can be almost twice as fast as flying for some journeys in France
In 2023, France introduced a ban on domestic short-haul flights where there is a rail alternative of under two and a half hours. Read More
Travel mayhem in Spain and Portugal as power outage grounds flights and paralyses train networks
Airport are urging passengers to monitor local travel advice and flight trackers for updates. Read More
Travel update: Brussels Airport cancels 30% of flights amid nationwide strike
Brussels Airport and Charleroi Airport have warned travellers to expect cancellations and delays, particularly for departing flights. Read More
Sistine Chapel closes for conclave: What to know about visiting Rome following Pope Francis’ death
Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions. Read More
AI, innovation and emerging markets: What to expect from Arabian Travel Market 2025
The annual tourism trade show returns to Dubai after a record-setting 2024 event, which saw 46,000 people attend. Read More
‘I’m glad we didn’t fly’: How I Interrailed across Europe with my two kids
Booking and making a cross-border train trip can be more challenging than opting for a flight, but it has its benefits. Read More
Has Europe’s ‘booziest’ city turned dry? Exploring Prague’s sober side
Despite its reputation for rowdy pub crawls and unruly Stag dos, this European city has so much more to offer Read More
Brew festivals and ethical cafes: Why coffee-lovers should head to Helsinki this year
An increasingly diverse coffee culture has taken root in the Finnish city over the last decade. Read More
Egypt travel: Pyramids of Giza revamp project hopes to curb congestion and aggressive vendors
Egypt is taking steps to clean up the Pyramids of Giza – but the revamp has got off to a rocky start. Read More
From rising rents to rewilding: How tourists are rethinking their impact on the places they visit
Since 2016, the number of travellers who say they want to make more responsible choices has doubled. Read More